Turkish Cymbals John Blackwell Signature Crash Thin

Turkish Cymbals John Blackwell Signature Crash Thin – Explosive Precision

The John Blackwell Signature Series by Turkish Cymbals is a tribute to one of the most expressive drummers in modern music history. John Blackwell Jr. (1973–2017) – known as Prince's drummer in the New Power Generation for over 12 years, and as a sideman for Justin Timberlake, Patti LaBelle, D'Angelo and Bootsy Collins – developed this series in close collaboration with Turkish Cymbals to embody his unmistakable style: funk precision, musical depth and flawless groove. Blackwell himself was enthusiastic: "I am happy to be part of Turkish Cymbals, the new best cymbal. You won't regret."

Construction: Thin, Traditional Finish and Raw Bell

The John Blackwell Signature Crash Thin cymbals in 18" and 19" share the same constructional philosophy as the Jazz Ride 22": thin construction, traditional finish and raw, unlathed bell. This combination produces a crash cymbal that responds instantly and fully, develops a warm, musical sonic character and fades quickly – without uncontrolled wash, without excessive shimmer, just pure, precise crash sound with organic depth. The 18" model is somewhat drier and more direct, the 19" model offers somewhat more body and sustain.

Sound Character: Fast, Warm and Musical

The Crash Thin cymbals respond fully to the lightest touches and deliver a warm, open sonic character with natural decay. The raw bell contributes organic depth to the overall sound. For drummers seeking a responsive crash cymbal with musical character – neither too brilliant nor too dark, but exactly where warmth meets precision.

Applications: Soul, R'n'B, Jazz-Fusion, Funk and Contemporary

The John Blackwell Crash Thin cymbals are ideal for drummers wanting to place precise, musical crash accents in dynamic setups. In Soul and R'n'B they deliver heartfelt crash moments with warm character. In Jazz-Fusion the fast response is ideal for expressive, dynamic accents. In Funk and Contemporary the controlled crash without excessive wash places precise accents in the groove.

Craftsmanship from Istanbul – At the Best Price

Every cymbal in the John Blackwell Signature Series is crafted in the workshops of Turkish Cymbals in Istanbul from B20 bronze – 80% copper, 20% tin – hand-cast, heated and carefully hand-hammered by experienced master craftsmen. The characteristic combination of raw, unlathed bell and the individual surface treatment of each model creates a unique visual and acoustic identity. We at Cymballand are proud, as the official partner of Turkish Cymbals, to bring this legacy directly to you – without intermediaries, at the best price.