Istanbul Mehmet 18" Medium Crash Traditional
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Istanbul Mehmet
18" Medium Crash Traditional
Product Info
Article Number:
311584
Brand:
Istanbul Mehmet
Model:
18" Medium Crash Traditional
Category:
18" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$313.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Istanbul Mehmet 18 in Medium Crash is a beautifully crafted cymbal with a classic Turkish tone. It’s a great choice for drummers seeking a responsive, warm crash that isn’t overly splashy - perfect for those playing jazz, blues, or classic rock where nuanced cymbal work is key.
Product Description
- Istanbul Mehmet 18" Medium Crash Traditional
- 18" Medium Crash Cymbal
- Traditional series
- Quick-reaction crash
- Deep tone
- The Traditional Series is suited for virtually 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, complex overtones characteristic of hand-hammered Turkish bronze
- • Quick response and relatively light weight make it very playable
- • Versatile enough for jazz, rock, and even some funk applications
- • Solid construction; clearly built to withstand regular gigging
CONS
- • The 'medium' weight leans a bit closer to light, limiting extreme dynamic range
- • Traditional finish can be prone to spotting and oxidation with improper care
- • May lack the aggressive shimmer some modern crash cymbals offer
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Key Features
Size
18 in
Material
B20 Bronze (80% Copper, 20% Tin)
Finish
Traditional (unlathed, hand-hammered)
Sound Character
Warm, complex, responsive, medium sustain
Weight
Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions
The unlathed finish provides a unique sonic character but requires more diligent cleaning to prevent tarnish and oxidation.
It's warmer and more complex than most A series crashes, with less pronounced shimmer and a more vintage-inspired tone.
While versatile, its medium weight and warm tone make it better suited for rock and metal styles where a more controlled crash is desired, rather than a loud, piercing one.
