Top has Unlathed Concentric Circle on the Bow and Unlathed Cup/Completely Unlathed. Bottom
Available in 6", 8", 10", 12"
Details: 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 & woody sound of the unlathed Turk cymbal series. The top of the cymbal has an unlathed cup producing a strong, compact bell sound and an unlathed concentric circle on the bow reducing overtone and drying the sound. The bottom of the cymbal is completely unlathed. Mellow Tone. Great Stick Definition. Controlled Overtones. ABOUT ISTANBUL MEHMET CYMBALS - Mehmet Tamdeger learned his art from Mikhail Zilcan, the grandson of Kerope Zilcan, after whom the Zilcan K series is named. In the 1950s, he worked in the K. Zilcan factory in Istanbul. At the age of nine Mehmet Tamdeğer started to work for Mikhail Zilcan. Mikhail Zilcan and Kirkor Küçükyan taught him every aspect of this ancient Turkish art, based on a history that stems back to the early 17th century. The Istanbul brand name was adopted by a cymbal works established by two cymbal smiths, Mehmet Tamdeger and Agop Tomurcuk. At that time, they had over three decades of cymbal making experience. Mehmet and Agop named their company after the city that has been home to the epitome of high quality cymbals for many, many years: Istanbul. These cymbals were first exported to the U.S. in 1984, first under the name "Zildjiler", and soon afterwards as "Istanbul". Both craftsmen signed each cymbal and many of these cymbals are now collectors' items. After Agop Tomurcuk's unexpected death in July 1996, Mehmet decided to continue the production of cymbals under his own name, İstanbul Mehmet. A lot has changed since then, but his belief in the richness and the character of a handmade cymbal will always remain. Machines don't have ears. That's why we continue to make our cymbals according to the ancient tradition - with an open eye towards the music that's being made now, and in the future.
It's good ride. the ping is present, but not too dry. The bell also. I often play jazz with, but the ride can offer all range from calypso to samba, ... I have to play it more to be able to explore all irs capabilities ... Thanks
Lovely cymbal. I have not really used the rivets. The cymbal itself has the distinctive Bosphorus complex wash as well as great stick definition. It is pretty loud compared to the Masters or Black Pearl series. Nice bell.
Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Communication was excellent, every request was handled with care, and they genuinely went above and beyond throughout the entire order. Shipping was quick, and the cymbals arrived beautifully packed and in perfect condition. They look and sound amazing, and the thoughtful extra surprise made it even more special. Exceptional product and exceptional service. Thank you, Istanbul Mehmet!
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