Description
Istanbul Traditional Thin Crash Cymbals
Unleash Instant Sound Dynamics
Indulge in the instant, explosive sound of the Istanbul Traditional Series Thin Crash cymbals, favoured by players for their quick response and dynamic character. With their low, dark characteristics and musical tone, these cymbals closely resemble the sound of the early Zildjian thin-weight cymbals – a homage to the rich history of cymbal making.
Forged with decades of cymbal-smith craftsmanship, the Istanbul Traditional Thin Crash cymbals deliver a versatile sound palette that transcends genres. However, due to their thinner structure, we caution heavy-handed players from choosing Thin Crash cymbals, as they may not withstand the force required for Metal or Rock performances. For those genres, consider thicker cymbals better suited to withstand the intensity of your playing style.
Now we’ve got that out of the way, let’s hear some of them in action…
Traditional Thin Crash Range
A list of their wares…
20in Thin Crash
Let’s start with the biggest and best (the ADC boyos aren’t too keen on diddy little crash/splash sizes!)
This one’s got it all – explosive crash and all the warmth of a quieter, but full crash when played lighter. So let’s go down a size…
19in Thin Crash
Our mate Albie’s Lad, won’t go any bigger that 19 inches for his crashes – so this one’s for him!
Not a million miles away from its 20 inch big-sis, but a quite jazzy workout reveals where you might go with this. Maybe not really for Albie’s Lad and a night in Eric’s club…
18in Thin Crash
Jokes aside, 18 inches is where most people start with their crash cymbal diameters so this is your ‘bread-and-butter’ type of cymbal…
This is a really beautiful sounding cymbal. It deserves some great songwriting to go with it.
17in Thin Crash
We can remember the days of Zildjian’s 17 inch K crashes made in the 1980s; so can the guys at Istanbul…
Zildjian, eat ya heart out…but now let’s hit the small-fry…
16in Thin Crash
Quite splashy like you would expect from a thin 16 inch cymbal; probably best for quieter, light playing or as one half of an experimental Hi-Hat pairing.
15in Thin Crash
Fifteen inches of anything in the drumming world can be quite a specialist taste, but Istanbul aren’t afraid of being a bit quirky…
100% an ‘accent’ cymbal in our opinion – but we love the Hi-Hats used in the demo!
14in Thin Crash
If you must then, here it is…
It’ll definitely be useful for somebody – though likely in an extra-quiet setting. More oversized ‘splash’ than ‘crash’, but if it pulls your pickle, then so be it! Buy it from us and we’ll even find out the weights available.
Heritage of Excellence
As part of Istanbul’s esteemed Traditional Series, these cymbals uphold a legacy of excellence that spans generations. From jazz drummers and Be-Bop pioneers to modern heavy-metal players, the classic concept of fully lathed cymbals has proven its value over time, providing a foundation for musical expression across diverse genres.
Continuing to push boundaries, Istanbul Traditional cymbals evolve to meet the needs of contemporary players, exploring new sonic territories while maintaining the dark, responsive, and pleasingly controllable qualities that define their sound.
Founded by Mehmet Tamdeğer and Agop Tomurcuk, Istanbul cymbals epitomize the pinnacle of high-quality craftsmanship. Named after the city synonymous with fine cymbals, Istanbul continues to uphold its legacy as a beacon of excellence in the world of cymbal production. Experience the enduring legacy of Istanbul with the Traditional Thin Crash cymbals – a timeless companion for your musical journey.
Credits
Because we’re a bunch of rascal scousers, we’ve used freely available YouTube videos (“man!”) within this listing to help you with your choice. But we’re not total scoundrels and always give credit where it’s due. In this case, we’d like to thank the following American drum emporiums for posting:
- The Drum Centre of Portsmouth’s YouTube channel
- The Drum Shop Portland Maine’s YouTube channel
- The Memphis Drum Shop’s YouTube channel
If you’re ever on holiday near any of those shops, please visit and support them!
