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Istanbul Mehmet 20" Dark Crash Traditional

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Istanbul Mehmet 20" Dark Crash Traditional

Istanbul Mehmet

20" Dark Crash Traditional

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 311567
Brand: Istanbul Mehmet
Model: 20" Dark Crash Traditional
Category: 20" Crash Cymbals
Price: $405.90

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This Istanbul Mehmet Dark Crash is a fantastic all-rounder – it's got that classic Turkish warmth and responsiveness, making it ideal for players who need a reliable crash that cuts through without being overly splashy. It’s a real step up from entry-level cymbals and a great choice for gigging musicians across a wide range of styles.

Product Description

  • Istanbul Mehmet 20" Dark Crash Traditional
  • 20" Dark Crash Cymbal
  • Regular finish
  • Traditional series
  • Fast-response crash
  • Deep dry basic tone
  • The Traditional Series is suitable for just about any type of music
  • The classical concept of these cymbals has proven itself over the years
  • from the earliest jazz drummers and bebop pioneers to heavy metal and the latest stylistic developments
PROS
  • • Hand-hammered bronze provides complex overtones and a warm wash
  • • Traditional profile yields quick response and excellent stick definition
  • • Regular finish balances brilliance with a controlled, dark timbre
  • • Versatile enough for jazz, rock, and beyond; a true workhorse cymbal
CONS
  • • The 'dark' sound might lack the shimmer preferred by some modern players
  • • Hand-hammering can introduce slight inconsistencies in sound across multiple cymbals
  • • Price point positions it as a premium-priced option for many drummers

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Key Features

Size 20 in
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Regular
Sound Character Deep, dry, fast-response
Weight Medium

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Dark series is noticeably drier and darker in tone, lacking the bright, shimmering sustain of the Brilliant series. Think of the Brilliant as more modern and cutting, while the Dark is more traditional and nuanced.
Absolutely. The hand-hammering contributes to the cymbal’s complex overtones and gives it a unique, slightly uneven feel – it’s part of its character and adds to its organic sound.
While versatile, its darker, drier tone may get buried in very aggressive, high-volume metal. It’ll work fine, but a brighter crash might cut through better.

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