Istanbul Mehmet 19" Medium Ride Sultan Series
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Istanbul Mehmet
19" Medium Ride Sultan Series
Product Info
Article Number:
312378
Brand:
Istanbul Mehmet
Model:
19" Medium Ride Sultan Series
Category:
19" Ride Cymbals
Price:
$357.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Istanbul Mehmet Sultan 19' Medium Ride is a beautifully crafted cymbal that delivers a warm, dark, and musical tone. It’s a great choice for drummers seeking a more traditional, controlled sound – perfect for jazz, acoustic, and even softer rock applications where a splashy, bright ride isn't desired.
Product Description
- Istanbul Mehmet 19" Medium Ride Sultan Series
- 19" Medium Ride Cymbal
- Sultan series
- Sound: Defined
- dark
- very warm and musical
- Sultan cymbals are a combination of the Traditional and the Turk Series.
- The sound has unique brilliant characteristics of the Traditional cymbal sounds and the dry and woody sound of the unlathed Turk cymbal series
- Great stick definition with controlled overtones
PROS
- • Warm, dark tone blends beautifully across genres.
- • Excellent stick definition with surprisingly controlled overtones.
- • Hand-hammered construction yields nuanced, complex sound.
- • B20 bronze alloy provides a unique tonal character.
CONS
- • Can be a bit too dark for brighter, more modern styles.
- • The 'dry' nature might lack sustain for some players.
- • Sultan series sits in a mid-range price bracket; not budget-friendly.
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Key Features
Size
19 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Natural
Sound Character
Defined, dry, dark, warm, musical
Bell Size
6 in
Weight
Medium (approx. 1700g)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Sultan series combines elements of both Traditional and Turk series, offering the dryness of the Turk with more brilliance than the fully unlathed Turk models.
While it has good definition, its darker, drier sound isn't ideal for aggressive, high-volume rock or metal styles; a brighter ride would cut through better.
A nylon tip or a lighter wood tip will allow the cymbal’s natural warmth and complexity to shine, avoiding harshness.
