The Istanbul Hamer China 18" (Natural) is a handmade cymbal from Turkey, made of B20 bronze. The characteristic feature of the Hamer series from Istanbul is the extra-large hammer marks on the cymbal. The Hamer series gives you the typical warm sound of Turkish drum cymbals, combined with a shorter sustain and a little more trash factor. The basic sound is warm and balanced, with short sustain and fast response. The Istanbul Hamer Cymbals are also available in different finishes, so everyone will find their ideal cymbal sound.
Like all Istanbul Mehmet Cymbals, the Hamer Series is 100% handcrafted in Turkey. Old tradition meets their modern and innovative approaches to achieve the best results.
The main features of the Istanbul Hamer China 18" Traditional Finish include: