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Istanbul Mehmet Tony Williams Tribute Cymbal Set 22" 18" 14" TW Cymbals w/ VIDEO
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Description Condition: New: A brand-new, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging (where packaging is applicable). Packaging should be the same as what is found in a retail store, unless the item is handmade or was packaged by the manufacturer in non-retail packaging, such as an unprinted box or plastic bag. See the seller's listing for full details. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Brand: Istanbul Mehmet Type: Set MPN: Does not apply UPC: Does not apply
This is the Tony Williams Tribute Cymbal Set number 232 out of 250: 14" Hi Hats (987 & 1163g)
18" Crash (1299g)
22" Ride (2233g) Regarded as one of the most influential drummers of all time by Jazz and Rock drummers alike, Tony Williams simply revolutionized the art of drumming in the 60s as a member of the Miles Davis “Second Great” Quintet. Not only did Tony's drumming with this transformative group set a new standard, but the very sound of his instrument, and in particular that of his cymbals, would become equally as influential. Today, Tony's cymbal sounds on the recordings of the Miles Davis Quintet are regarded as the epitome of the authentic handmade Turkish cymbal sound and have set a benchmark to which, still to this day, all others aspire. Now the Istanbul Mehmet Co has been granted exclusive access to the actual cymbals played by Tony Williams on these historic recordings, and as faithful replicas of these now iconic cymbals have created this extraordinary Tony Williams Tribute Cymbal set. To ensure absolute integrity in the recreation process, Colleen Williams, Tony’s wife, personally hand carried the original cymbals to the Istanbul Mehmet factory in Istanbul. Every aspect of these legendary cymbals has been meticulously replicated by the Istanbul Mehmet master artisans to ensure that the Tribute models be as close in sound as possible to the originals. The Tony Williams Tribute Cymbal Limited Edition Set features 22’’ Ride, 18’’ Crash and 14’’ HiHats, together with deluxe leather cymbal bag, a selection of rare Tony Williams photographs and a Certificate of Authenticity. Limited to 250 serialized sets. 22" Ride The most celebrated ride in history? Undoubtedly. Long regarded as the epitome of the ideal old Turkish cymbal Ride sound. Used by Tony on all the Quintet recordings up to 'Sorcerer', after which it was forced into retirement due to increasing fragility, this magnificent cymbal now bears the scars of the most intense Ride cymbal playing in history. Drilled out repeatedly in several places over they years, to halt the spread of cracks, with a piece flung off at the edge under his furious assault, Tony still refused to surrender his prize. Despite, and 'because of', these historic characteristics, this cymbal retains its utterly remarkable sound and all the attributes for which it became so famous. Its unique combination of dry, clean stick sound, with complex, dark, orchestral overtones, presented the greatest challenge to the Istanbul Mehmet artisans, and they met it. 18" Crash Just slightly larger than 18", the crash has a crack in the body and a smaller crack at the edge. Mysteriously, however, there is no discernible buzz or noise from these cracks. The crack in the body does, however, act as an in-built 'attenuator' accelerating the decay of the crash. These sonic characteristics have been replicated through a careful combination of hammering and specific lathing. 14" Hi-Hats Simply a stunningly beautiful pair of old Turkish made Hi-Hats. The top and bottom cymbal are perfectly nested from a lifetime of playing. The chick is gorgeous, the stick sound ... sublime. But the cymbal masters at Istanbul Mehmet were not to be daunted and the replica Hi-Hats were, in fact, the first of the models to be approved. See and hear these cymbals in our Video Vault (TM) and buy with confidence!
Description
| Condition: | New: A brand-new, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging (where packaging is applicable). Packaging should be the same as what is found in a retail store, unless the item is handmade or was packaged by the manufacturer in non-retail packaging, such as an unprinted box or plastic bag. See the seller's listing for full details. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Brand: | Istanbul Mehmet |
| Type: | Set | MPN: | Does not apply |
| UPC: | Does not apply |
18" Crash (1299g)
22" Ride (2233g) Regarded as one of the most influential drummers of all time by Jazz and Rock drummers alike, Tony Williams simply revolutionized the art of drumming in the 60s as a member of the Miles Davis “Second Great” Quintet. Not only did Tony's drumming with this transformative group set a new standard, but the very sound of his instrument, and in particular that of his cymbals, would become equally as influential. Today, Tony's cymbal sounds on the recordings of the Miles Davis Quintet are regarded as the epitome of the authentic handmade Turkish cymbal sound and have set a benchmark to which, still to this day, all others aspire. Now the Istanbul Mehmet Co has been granted exclusive access to the actual cymbals played by Tony Williams on these historic recordings, and as faithful replicas of these now iconic cymbals have created this extraordinary Tony Williams Tribute Cymbal set. To ensure absolute integrity in the recreation process, Colleen Williams, Tony’s wife, personally hand carried the original cymbals to the Istanbul Mehmet factory in Istanbul. Every aspect of these legendary cymbals has been meticulously replicated by the Istanbul Mehmet master artisans to ensure that the Tribute models be as close in sound as possible to the originals. The Tony Williams Tribute Cymbal Limited Edition Set features 22’’ Ride, 18’’ Crash and 14’’ HiHats, together with deluxe leather cymbal bag, a selection of rare Tony Williams photographs and a Certificate of Authenticity. Limited to 250 serialized sets. 22" Ride The most celebrated ride in history? Undoubtedly. Long regarded as the epitome of the ideal old Turkish cymbal Ride sound. Used by Tony on all the Quintet recordings up to 'Sorcerer', after which it was forced into retirement due to increasing fragility, this magnificent cymbal now bears the scars of the most intense Ride cymbal playing in history. Drilled out repeatedly in several places over they years, to halt the spread of cracks, with a piece flung off at the edge under his furious assault, Tony still refused to surrender his prize. Despite, and 'because of', these historic characteristics, this cymbal retains its utterly remarkable sound and all the attributes for which it became so famous. Its unique combination of dry, clean stick sound, with complex, dark, orchestral overtones, presented the greatest challenge to the Istanbul Mehmet artisans, and they met it. 18" Crash Just slightly larger than 18", the crash has a crack in the body and a smaller crack at the edge. Mysteriously, however, there is no discernible buzz or noise from these cracks. The crack in the body does, however, act as an in-built 'attenuator' accelerating the decay of the crash. These sonic characteristics have been replicated through a careful combination of hammering and specific lathing. 14" Hi-Hats Simply a stunningly beautiful pair of old Turkish made Hi-Hats. The top and bottom cymbal are perfectly nested from a lifetime of playing. The chick is gorgeous, the stick sound ... sublime. But the cymbal masters at Istanbul Mehmet were not to be daunted and the replica Hi-Hats were, in fact, the first of the models to be approved. See and hear these cymbals in our Video Vault (TM) and buy with confidence!