Turkish Cymbals Kurak Hi-Hat
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Turkish Cymbals Kurak Hi-Hat – Earthy Chick
“Kurak” is the Turkish word for “dry” – and no name could describe this sonic character more aptly. The Kurak series by Turkish Cymbals is the most uncompromising realisation of a raw, untreated sound: both sides of every cymbal are completely raw and unlathed – no lathing, no polishing, just pure B20 bronze in its most natural form. This approach produces a dark, earthy and dry sound reminiscent of ancient Anatolian music – organic, direct and of unique depth. The Kurak models (Medium-Heavy) have a larger bell and more weight for projection and power. The Jazz and Thin versions are lighter and thinner – more responsive and designed for more sensitive playing.
Sound character
The Kurak Hi-Hat in 14” and 15” is a hi-hat with a character rarely found in this form. The chick sound is dark, grounded and heavy – no bright hiss, but an earthy, compressed sonic moment with organic resonance. Played closed the Medium-Heavy construction delivers a powerful, stable stick sound with clear articulation. Played open a dark, voluminous wash unfolds that creates broad, organic sound tapestries. The 14” model is more direct, the 15” model more voluminous and deeper.
Applications: Soul, R’n’B, Rock, Latin, Jazz-Fusion and Funk
The Kurak Hi-Hat is the ideal instrument for drummers seeking a dark, earthy hi-hat sound in powerful setups. In Rock the Medium-Heavy hi-hat projects with power and depth. In Soul, R’n’B and Funk the dark chick gives the groove warmth and character. In Latin and Jazz-Fusion the organic character is ideal for nuanced, musical hi-hat playing.
Craftsmanship from Istanbul – At the Best Price
Every Kurak cymbal is crafted in the workshops of Turkish Cymbals in Istanbul from the secret B20 bronze alloy – 80% copper, 20% tin – hand-cast, heated and carefully hammered by experienced master craftsmen. No lathing, no high-gloss finish – the raw bronze retains its original surface. The result is a cymbal that looks as if it were made centuries ago and sounds like the earth itself. We at Cymballand are proud, as the official partner of Turkish Cymbals, to bring this authentic craftsmanship directly to you – without intermediaries, at the best price.
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Would you like to try this cymbal personally? Use "Cymballand Virtual"
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How it works: Click or tap on the grey areas of the cymbal – Edge, Bow or Bell – to hear different surface sounds. For hi-hats, use the green "FOOT" button at the bottom left to switch between open and closed position and try the chick sound.
Tip: Select a size above – Cymballand Virtual updates automatically.
For the best experience with the B20 bronze nuances, we recommend headphones.
Experience the authentic sound directly from Istanbul – interactive, unfiltered and transparent.
Your Benefits at Cymballand
| 💰 Best Price Guarantee | Direct from the partner, without expensive middlemen. |
| 📦 Free Shipping | Fast delivery, free within the EU. |
| 🛡️ Warranty | Turkish Cymbals Warranty: Hi-Hats & Rides 2 years | Crashes & Splashes 1 year – against manufacturing defects. |
| 🎓 Expert Team | Over 25 years of experience go into every consultation. |
Let customers speak for us
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Wie immer ein sehr angenehmer Ablauf der Bestellung, Lieferung sehr schnell und zuverlässig (auch wie immer) und das Becken von Turkish ist, wie immer wundervoll musikalisch! Bei Cymballand ist man in den besten Händen!
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Mein absoluter Favoritin meiner Ride Selection. Jazz - Fusion - Acoustic - selbst Funk, Latin und Pop lässt sichkreativ damit gestalten. Super dynamisch, crisp - und auch angecrasht super.
