Istanbul Mehmet 20" Black Sea 1623 Ride
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Istanbul Mehmet
20" Black Sea 1623 Ride
Product Info
Article Number:
468522
Brand:
Istanbul Mehmet
Model:
20" Black Sea 1623 Ride
Category:
20" Ride Cymbals
Price:
$416.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Black Sea 1623 is a beautifully crafted ride that nails that vintage Turkish cymbal vibe. It’s perfect for players seeking a darker, more controlled sound—think jazz, neo-soul, or even atmospheric rock—where you want to hear the stick without overwhelming the mix. Mehmet’s attention to detail really shines here.
Product Description
- Istanbul Mehmet 20" Black Sea 1623 Ride
- Ride Cymbal
- Series: Black Sea 1623
- Size: 20"
- BS-R20
- Hand-hammered
- Made from B20 bronze
- Dark
- dry sound
- Mehmet Tamdeter's homage to the legendary Turkish art of cymbal making and to his own roots
- Ideal for any music style where dark sounds with feeling are sought after
PROS
- • Exceptional dark, dry articulation thanks to hand-hammering.
- • B20 bronze provides a complex, shimmering undertone.
- • Well-defined stick definition, cuts through dense mixes.
- • The bell delivers a controlled, musical 'ping' without being overpowering.
CONS
- • The dark, dry sound isn't ideal for brighter, more splashy genres.
- • Can feel slightly heavy for extended playing sessions.
- • Price point places it in a premium-priced category.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
20 in
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Hand-Hammered, Dark
Sound Character
Dark, Dry, Musical
Bell Size
Approximately 6 in
Weight
Approximately 2200g
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's drier than the K Custom Dark and has a more focused stick definition than the HHX Dark Energy; the Black Sea leans towards a more vintage, nuanced tone.
While it *can* be used, its dark and dry nature means it won't have the cut or sustain preferred for high-energy rock or metal; it’s best suited for more controlled styles.
The hand-hammering process is carefully executed, and the B20 bronze is robust, so it's durable, but avoid excessive abuse to preserve its unique character.
