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Istanbul Mehmet 17″ Traditional Crash Cymbal – Dark
$389.00$213.95Fast crashing, dark responses are dry and moody. Every Istanbul cymbal is made using traditional hand hammering methods that Masters have used for over 835 […] -
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Istanbul Mehmet 17″ Marmara Emirhan China Cymbal
$449.00$246.95Very controlled, full, exotic and complex mixed sound. Fast, responsive, loud, and explosive crash tone – very different. The Marmara Emirhan series features a controlled […] -
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Istanbul Mehmet 17″ Marmara Onurhan China Cymbal
$449.00$246.95Dark, full, raw, energetic. Very explosive crash sound. Extremely loud for higher-volume playing. The Marmara Onurhan series features a medium feel with a strong, spanking […] -
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Istanbul Mehmet 10″ Traditional Splash Cymbal
$209.00$114.95Quick, short, full bodied. Fast response. Every Istanbul cymbal is made using traditional hand hammering methods that Masters have used for over 835 years. So […] -
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Wuhan 14″ Bao Gong w/ Nipple
$155.75$79.95Traditionally used in Chinese temples for worship. Includes mallet. Please note: Gong stand is not included and can be ordered separately. -
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Wuhan 15″ Pasi Gong
$190.00$99.95Traditionally used to announce the start of a performance such as a play or circus. Includes mallet. Please note: Gong stand is not included and […] -
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Istanbul Mehmet 16″ Traditional Crash Cymbal – Medium Thin
$359.00$197.45Cutting power – higher pitched with additional brightness for fast crashes. Every Istanbul cymbal is made using traditional hand hammering methods that Masters have used […] -
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Istanbul Mehmet 14″ Traditional Hi-Hat Cymbals – Matched Medium
$599.00$329.45Fast, clear, and precise. Tight,.dry sound and aggresive. Every Istanbul cymbal is made using traditional hand hammering methods that Masters have used for over 835 […] -
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Istanbul Mehmet 20″ Traditional Ride Cymbal
$554.00$304.70Warm, dark. Soft tone when used as crash ride. Every Istanbul cymbal is made using traditional hand hammering methods that Masters have used for over […] -
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Wuhan 8″ & 9″ Opera Gongs
$53.50$29.95Used in traditional Chinese operas. Offered in both 8″ and 9″ sizes. Mallet included. (Note: in the “comments” box of your shopping cart please specify […] -
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Wuhan 12″ Chau Gong
$87.80$57.95Traditionally used to announce the arrival of a government official, warning people to clear the street, much as a police siren is used today to […] -
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Wuhan 10″ Chung Cymbal
$141.90$69.95Each size Jing or Chung cymbal has a different sound. Starting with the smallest 6″ Jing cymbal with its light clang bell sound, working up […] -
Istanbul Mehmet 20″ Sultan Crash Cymbal
Call usAdd To Cart »PRICE CORRECTION COMING SOON! PLEASE CALL. (BONUS: Pitch-Match Service – Buy 2 or more Istanbul cymbals and we’ll pitch-match the set to make sure they’re compatible). Mixes power […] -
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Istanbul Mehmet 17″ Traditional Crash Cymbal – Rock
$389.00$213.95A bright, punchy and powerful crash that cuts throught the loudest music. Every Istanbul cymbal is made using traditional hand hammering methods that Masters have […] -
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Istanbul Mehmet 16″ Nostalgia Crash Cymbal – Dark
$419.00$230.45Thin, very musical sound. Dark and warm – full-bodied response with lots of impact.
Choose Your Cymbals Carefully
Cymbals, unlike drums, can’t be tuned with a key to change their pitch, nor do they have changeable parts to alter their sound. That’s why whether you’re a professional, intermediate or beginner choosing the right cymbal needs as much attentive care as choosing the right drum. The main types of cymbals are hi-hat, ride and crash and for accents and effects the splash and China have become quite popular. Each one of these play a different role in the drum set. Cymbal packs come in varying combinations.
Some Points About Sounds
•A smaller size has a higher pitch, shorter sustain, less volume and faster response than a larger size which has a lower pitch, more sustain, greater volume and slower response.
•Cast cymbals are made one at a time from poured, raw molten metal and then shaped, hammered and lathed. This process produces a cymbal with a complex and interesting mix of sounds preferred by semi-pro and pro drummers.
•Sheet cymbals are cut from large sheets of metal. This results in uniform thickness around the entire playing surface and reduced mix of overtones. They’re less expensive than the cast type.
•Brands made in Turkey as well as vintage Zildjian (1960’s and earlier) are known for their warmer, darker tone and higher mix of complex sounds. They’re usually medium thin to thin in weight and are preferred by many jazz and acoustical drummers.
•Rock drummers who need greater volume, cutting power and durability prefer medium to heavy weight models.
Our founder and President, Ned Ingberman is an experienced drummer and drum technician and is ready to help you select the right cymbal for your venue and style, call Ned at 800-729-3111.
