Istanbul Mehmet Traditional Series Splash Turk SPT8 Cymbal, 8-inch, Finish,

Istanbul Mehmet, a long-established Turkish cymbal manufacturer, is known for its deep, pleasant, and powerful sound, attracting attention from drummers and other musicians around the world. Traditional Series: This is a standard model that has been produced faithfully using traditional Turkish methods by Istanbul Mehmet, the most traditional workshop in Istanbul, the birthplace of cymbals. Each cymbal is carefully hammered by hand by artisans using a specially formulated alloy that is kept secret, giving it the breath of life as a cymbal. The standard model has a Turk finish that does not involve razing the surface, but instead makes use of the hammered marks to create a rich texture.