Istanbul Mehmet 15" Paper Thin Crash Tradit.

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Istanbul Mehmet 15" Paper Thin Crash Tradit.

Istanbul Mehmet

15" Paper Thin Crash Tradit.

5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 311600
Model: 15" Paper Thin Crash Tradit.
Price: $236.50

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This 15 in Istanbul Mehmet Tradit crash is a real gem for players seeking a delicate, expressive crash. Its paper-thin profile and traditional bronze alloy create a beautifully nuanced sound, perfect for jazz, bebop, and quieter styles where subtlety is key. It's not a powerhouse, but a beautifully voiced cymbal for the discerning player.

Product Description

  • Istanbul Mehmet 15" Paper Thin Crash Tradit.
  • 15" Paper Thin Crash Cymbal
  • Traditional Series
  • Regular model
  • Extremely fast responsive crash with very fast decay time
  • The Traditional Series can be played in just about any genre of music
  • The classical concept of this cymbal has proven itself over the years
  • from the earliest jazz drummers and bebop pioneers all the way to heavy metal and the latest stylistic developments
PROS
  • • Exceptionally fast response and decay for delicate cymbal work
  • • Hand-hammered construction yields a warm, complex tonal character
  • • Paper-thin profile offers incredible sensitivity and dynamic range
  • • Traditional series bronze alloy delivers a vintage, nuanced sound
CONS
  • • Extremely thin construction makes it fragile and prone to cracking
  • • Limited versatility; not ideal for aggressive, heavy-hitting styles
  • • Paper-thin nature may require more careful handling and maintenance

Product Video

Key Features

Size 15 in
Material B20 Bronze Alloy
Finish Natural/Traditional
Sound Character Warm, complex, vintage, responsive
Weight Paper Thin

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Frequently Asked Questions

The B20 alloy in the Traditional series offers a warmer, more complex vintage tone compared to the brighter, more modern sounds of the Artist or Noir series.
While it sounds fantastic, the paper-thin nature demands careful handling, so it's best suited for intermediate to advanced players who understand cymbal care.
Due to its thinness and quick decay, it's not really designed for high-volume rock or metal – it's better suited for quieter genres.

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