Istanbul Mehmet 18" Dark Crash Traditional
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Istanbul Mehmet
18" Dark Crash Traditional
Product Info
Article Number:
311561
Brand:
Istanbul Mehmet
Model:
18" Dark Crash Traditional
Category:
18" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$313.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Istanbul Mehmet Dark Crash is a beautifully crafted cymbal with a really lovely, controlled sound. It's a fantastic choice for drummers seeking a vintage vibe and a more subtle, musical crash—perfect for jazz, acoustic, or even more nuanced rock and pop. It offers a lot of character without being overly splashy.
Product Description
- Istanbul Mehmet 18" Dark Crash Traditional
- Dark Crash Cymbal
- Size: 18"
- Traditional series
- Regular model
- Quick-reaction crash
- Deep
- dry root
- The Traditional series is suited for any style of music
- The classical concept of this cymbal has been proven over the years
- it was used by the earliest jazz drummers and bebop pioneers all the way to heavy metal drummers as well as in the latest developments in musical styles.
PROS
- • Warm, dry fundamental tone ideal for jazz and quieter styles
- • Hand-hammered construction provides nuanced, complex overtones
- • B20 bronze alloy delivers a darker, more vintage character
- • Quick response makes it highly versatile across different playing dynamics
CONS
- • Can lack the projection needed for very loud, aggressive music
- • Darker sound may not suit all genres like bright, shimmering crashes
- • Traditional finish can be more susceptible to tarnishing over time
Product Video
Key Features
Size
18 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Traditional (Hand-Hammered)
Sound Character
Dark, Dry, Warm, Complex
Weight
Medium-Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Mehmet offers a slightly drier, more complex undertone than the Avedis, with a more pronounced hand-hammered feel and a bit quicker response.
Yes, the Traditional finish will darken naturally with use and exposure to air, which is part of its character, but regular cleaning can minimize it.
While versatile, its darker tone and medium weight might get lost in a very loud, aggressive rock mix; consider a brighter crash for those scenarios.
