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Istanbul Mehmet 20" Thin Crash Traditional

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Istanbul Mehmet 20" Thin Crash Traditional

Istanbul Mehmet

20" Thin Crash Traditional

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 542704
Brand: Istanbul Mehmet
Model: 20" Thin Crash Traditional
Category: 20" Crash Cymbals
Price: $412.50

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This Istanbul Mehmet 20" Thin Traditional Crash is a beautifully crafted cymbal perfect for jazz, blues, and lighter rock styles where nuance and quick response are key. Its hand-hammered construction gives it a truly unique, vintage voice that’s a welcome departure from the sterile sound of many mass-produced cymbals. If you’re seeking a delicate yet expressive crash, this is a superb choice.

Product Description

  • Istanbul Mehmet 20" Thin Crash Traditional
  • Crash Cymbal
  • Size: 20"
  • Traditional series
  • Fast responding crash with fast decay
  • Suitable for any style of music
  • The classic concept of these cymbals has stood the test of time
  • from the earliest jazz drummers and bebop pioneers to heavy metal and the latest stylistic developments
PROS
  • • Hand-hammered bronze creates a complex, shimmering wash unlike machine-made cymbals.
  • • Thin profile delivers incredibly fast response and a short, controlled decay.
  • • Traditional hammering pattern provides a warm, vintage tone with excellent articulation.
  • • B12 bronze alloy offers a balanced tonal character, avoiding excessive brightness or harshness.
CONS
  • • Thinness makes it less durable than heavier crash cymbals; prone to cracking with aggressive playing.
  • • The vintage voicing might be too mellow for drummers seeking a modern, cutting crash sound.
  • • While versatile, excels in quieter genres; may get lost in high-volume, aggressive metal mixes.

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Key Features

Size 20"
Material B12 Bronze
Finish Natural (unlathed)
Sound Character Warm, vintage, shimmering, articulate, fast decay
Weight Thin

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Frequently Asked Questions

It has a more complex, warmer tone than many modern thin crashes, avoiding the overly bright or brittle character some manufacturers produce.
Each cymbal in the Traditional series receives a unique, hand-hammering pattern, meaning no two are exactly alike; this contributes to its individual character.
Gentle to moderate playing is ideal; avoid aggressive hitting or rimshots to prevent cracking and preserve its delicate nature.

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