Istanbul Mehmet 19" Jazz Ride Turk Series
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Istanbul Mehmet
19" Jazz Ride Turk Series
Product Info
Article Number:
311586
Brand:
Istanbul Mehmet
Model:
19" Jazz Ride Turk Series
Category:
19" Ride Cymbals
Price:
$357.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Istanbul Mehmet Turk Jazz Ride is a beautifully crafted cymbal, perfect for jazz, small ensemble, and studio work. The unlathed design and lower bell create a warm, controlled sound with fantastic stick definition – it's a real gem for drummers seeking a vintage vibe without the vintage price tag.
Product Description
- Istanbul Mehmet 19" Jazz Ride Turk Series
- 19" Jazz Ride Cymbal
- Turk Jazz Rides are lighter and have a lower bell for darker
- faded sound
- These unlathed Cymbals have been designed to fulfil the needs of drummers searching for a dry and compact sound combined with excellent low overtones
- Ideal for rock and jazz
- Regular model
PROS
- • Unlathed construction delivers a uniquely dry, controlled wash, avoiding excessive sustain.
- • Lower bell profile creates a warmer, more intimate tone ideal for jazz and quieter settings.
- • Turk series bronze alloy provides a complex harmonic spectrum with subtle shimmering undertones.
- • Excellent stick definition and response even at lower dynamic levels, very articulate.
CONS
- • Lighter weight might feel 'washy' for drummers preferring a more powerful, cutting ride.
- • Limited versatility; not ideal for heavier genres demanding a brighter, more explosive sound.
- • The darker, drier sound isn't universally appealing – some may find it lacking brightness.
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Key Features
Size
19 in
Material
B20 Bronze Alloy
Finish
Natural/Unlathed
Sound Character
Dry, Dark, Warm, Articulate
Bell Size
Smaller than average, low profile
Weight
Thin to Medium
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Mehmet has a slightly drier, more controlled sound than the K Custom Dark, offering a bit more clarity and articulation, but both share a similar warm character.
It's absolutely crucial to the sound. Leaving the cymbal unlathed allows the bronze to vibrate more freely, contributing to the drier, more complex tone.
While versatile, its primary strength lies in quieter settings; it’s likely to be too subdued for high-energy rock without significant playing adjustments.
