Istanbul Mehmet 18" Thin Crash Traditional
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Istanbul Mehmet
18" Thin Crash Traditional
Product Info
Article Number:
311619
Brand:
Istanbul Mehmet
Model:
18" Thin Crash Traditional
Category:
18" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$313.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Istanbul Mehmet 18 in Thin Crash is a fantastic choice for players seeking a responsive and musically rich crash. It's perfect for jazz, blues, and lighter rock styles where you want a quick, expressive sound without overpowering the kit. The traditional construction gives it a unique character that's hard to replicate.
Product Description
- Istanbul Mehmet 18" Thin Crash Traditional
- 18" Thin Crash Cymbal
- Traditional series
- Regular model
- Quick-reaction crash with faster decay
- The traditional series is suitable for just about any type 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
- • B20 bronze alloy delivers a warm, complex fundamental tone.
- • Thin profile facilitates exceptionally quick response and easy playability.
- • Traditional hammering creates nuanced overtones and a shimmering decay.
- • Versatile sound suitable for jazz, rock, and a wide range of styles.
CONS
- • Thinness makes it less durable; prone to cracking with aggressive playing.
- • The 'traditional' finish offers minimal protection against tarnishing.
- • While versatile, it lacks the powerful projection needed for very loud genres.
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Key Features
Size
18 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Traditional (unlathed, hand-hammered)
Sound Character
Warm, complex, shimmering, quick decay
Weight
Thin
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Frequently Asked Questions
The unlathed finish provides a beautiful aesthetic but lacks the protective layer of a modern finish, so it will tarnish and requires more diligent care.
While it’s versatile, its thinness and lighter weight make it less ideal for extremely aggressive playing styles; it won't cut through as well as a heavier crash.
B20 bronze provides a warmer, more complex tone than B8 bronze, offering a more nuanced and musically interesting sound with richer overtones.
