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Black Pearl Series
Master Series
Bosphorus Cymbals was
established in 1996 by three
master cymbal smiths, Hasan
Seker, Ibrahim Yakici and Hasan
Ozdemir. They are called Masters
because they are the most
experienced cymbal smiths in
Turkey who are still working
actively.
Introducing the newborn sister of the Master family.
The Black Pearl Series is designed to have the
clear stick definition of the Master Vintage
Series combined with the rich sound of the
legendary Master Series. The cymbals’
controlled response and remarkable
playablity create the ultimate
combination of tone and feel.
All Master Series cymbals utilize a
proprietary alloy that gives the entire
line a soft and distinctly playable
feel. The Master Series transcends
genre specific music and offers a
dark warm mysterious sound that
makes them the perfect choice
for everything from traditional
Jazz to R&B.
The founders of Bosphorus were
three good friends who grew up
in the same neighborhood. Their
common thread was being sent
to work in a neighborhood cymbal
workshop. Their humble beginings
included cleaning the workshop and
other menial tasks, but in time they
were trained in the art of making
cymbals. In the early ages of their
youth they became cymbal smiths.
Their teachers were the masters
who manufactured the legendary
cymbals of 60’s and 70’s.
Todd
ISLER
International Orange
Hammer Series
Articulate the language of Jazz with the Hammer
Series. These modern treasures offer a pure
voice that speaks with clear distinction and
authority. Crisp and clean, yet explosive
when needed. Experience true finesse,
experience the Hammer Series.
Ari
HOENIG
Independent
After 16 years at
the same workshop
the friends ventured
off on their own and
established their
own company. Today
they maintain good
relationships with their
former employers. The
Masters continue to
respect their teachers
to this day.
Antique Series
The Antique Series marries the two lathing
patterns of the Traditional Series and the
Turk Series. This Unique family combines the
brilliance of a classic, lathed cymbals and
the complex dryness of a raw, unlathed
cymbals. Expect strong definition and
ample but controlled overtones from
the rides. The varied playing surfaces
provide a wide range of sonic textures.
Bosphorus Cymbals has 16 cymbal smiths, 8 of which have been in
training since day one. The Masters continue to craft in the workshop with
their workers, guiding them to create the perfect cymbals with their nearly
30 years of experience.
Graham
MORGAN
Independent
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Sean
JEFFERSON
www.bosphoruscymbals.com.tr
Sean Jefferson 4tet/
Rochester Contemporary School of Music
12/26/2012 3:44:50 AM
New Orleans Series
Turk Series
This series captures the pure raw sound of
historic New Orleans. Hand hammered and
completed, top and bottom, with a continuous
spiral from center to edge. This pronounced
wide lathing technique results in a cymbal
that produces focused woody ride sounds
and quick, dry crashes. A must-have
cymbal for the studio musician.
Mehmet
IKIZ
Fusio Group/Loop Doctors
Master
Vintage Series
The Master Vintage Series is the
Gold Series
Karl
STAMEY
Two-Five-One Jazz Trio
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Ty
DENNIS
The Doors of the 21st Century
The Groove Series Cymbals capture a funky and
earthy quality. The tops are traditionally lathed
with warm tonal grooves, while the bottoms
are lathed with the distinctive wider ridges
associated with the Bosphorus New Orleans
series. The sound is raw and aggressive
but always musical and extremely funky.
Alfredo
GOLINO
Independent
Independent
Samba Series
Handmade cymbals with a modern
sound.These cymbals are bright, crisp
and clean without sounding harsh
or brittle. The Gold series fuses the
“old world” warmth of handmade
cymbals with the cutting-power,
projection, and durability
desired by drummers playing in
contemporary settings.
embodiment of our philosophy and
represents our absolute finest work.
A true hand forged instrument of
uncompromising quality, beauty and
aural nuance. These rare treasures
offer up a dark, dry fundamental
tone, precise articulation, and an
organic earthy response.
Groove Series
Designed for extreme versatility in any
musical setting. These cymbals embody
the perfect fusion of South American
Folk Music and traditional Jazz.
Maguinho
ALCANTARA
BRECHT
Peter
SZENDOFI
Nils Landgren Funk Unit/
Tilling-Ikiz-Kling
Latin Series
The Turk Series offers a dark raw voice with
a completely unlathed and hand hammered
finish. Exotic stick sound makes this cymbal a
perfect addition to any traditional setup as an
effects cymbal or as a primary instrument
for the player seeking a dark esoteric
sound. The Turk series provides the
sophisticated player with an instrument
that delivers heightened response and
intense aural nuance.
Traditional Series
“If you play in a lot of acoustic settings (or
even amplified music at lower to medium
volumes), you’d be hard pressed to find a
finer or more musical set of cymbals. For
many styles beyond just Samba, these
cymbals have a complex, aged tone with
an expressive responsiveness that will
make for an immensely satisfying playing
experience.” –David E. Libman / DRUM!
Magazine-Jan. 2013
Douglas
LAS CASAS
Tres de Paus
Our most diverse family of cymbals, the
Traditional series offers classic Turkish cymbals
in a vast array of sizes to match any musical
situation. Their sounds range from dark
and delicate to bright and penetrating.
Traditional, yet far from ordinary.
Robert
BRIAN
Siouxsie Sioux/Simple Minds/
Peter Gabriel
12/26/2012 3:44:54 AM