Turkish Cymbals Ephesus Crash – Powerful Shimmer

The Ephesus Crash by Turkish Cymbals is no ordinary crash cymbal. It opens with a shimmer effect that unfolds like a canopy over the entire attack – fast, full and immediate – then fades on a curve as rich and multi-layered as few other crash cymbals in this category. Anyone who has played an Ephesus Crash immediately understands: this cymbal has personality.

The Secret of the Ephesus Series: Double-Sided Hammering and Raw Bell

At the heart of the Ephesus series is a manufacturing process that no other Turkish Cymbals series implements as consistently: every cymbal is hand-hammered on both sides – top and bottom. This labour-intensive process gives the cymbal an extraordinary sonic saturation that runs through all frequency ranges. On both sides, the bell is deliberately left raw and unlathed – the hammer strikes remain visible and acoustically effective. The result is a dark, powerful bell with organic character that differs fundamentally from the clear, bright bell sounds of lathed bells. In the final step, all Ephesus cymbals are fine-hammered with special tools – a finishing refinement that gives the overall sound depth and complexity.

Sound Character: Shimmering, Powerful and Expressive

The sonic character of the Ephesus Crash is the direct result of its unique manufacturing process: the initial attack opens with a wide shimmer effect that instantly reaches full volume. The subsequent decay is long, warm and rich in overtones – a sound tapestry that settles slowly and in a controlled manner. Thanks to the heavy and thicker construction, the cymbal projects powerfully and without compromise: it penetrates even the loudest setups with ease. The raw, unlathed bell contributes a darker, earthier overall sound that gives the typical shimmer an organic depth. In sizes 16" to 19", the sonic character grows with the size: from the direct, dry 16" model to the voluminous, long-sustaining 19" model.

Applications: Metal, Progressive Rock and Hard Rock

The Ephesus Crash is the first choice for drummers who need a powerful, expressive crash sound in loud setups. In Metal it delivers explosive, penetrating crashes that hold their own against any amplifier wall. In Progressive Rock the nuanced shimmer effect impresses – dynamic from light to powerful accents. In Hard Rock the Ephesus Crash is a reliable instrument for drummers who want to be heard at every crash accent.

Craftsmanship from Istanbul – At the Best Price

Every Ephesus cymbal is crafted in the workshops of Turkish Cymbals in Istanbul following a tradition that reaches back centuries. The B20 bronze alloy – 80% copper, 20% tin – is hand-cast, heated and hammered thousands of times on both sides by experienced master craftsmen. The raw, unlathed bell is no compromise – it is a deliberate design decision for warmth, darkness and organic character. We at Cymballand are proud, as the official partner of Turkish Cymbals, to bring this masterwork directly to you – without intermediaries, at the best price.