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.
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&rsquo;s and 70&rsquo;s.
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.
Bosphorus Cymbals has a strong team of cymbal smiths whom are trained at the Bosphorus Factory and most of them working for the company since day one. The Masters continue to craft in the workshop with their workers, guiding them to create the perfect cymbals with their 36 years of experience.

Bosphorus

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.

Bosphorus Cymbals at Cymbal Swap

Master Series

Originally developed by jazz great Neal Smith, Master Series are perfect for recreating the sound and atmosphere found on jazz, blues, and big band stages and recordings. Crashes respond to each stroke with a low, generous wash that sound the exact right kind of out of the way. Rides are dark, warm, mellow and low-pitched with generous cushion of sound. A wash of smoky undertones support the stick definition even during up tempo passages. Hats are the perfect companion to the rides which are crisp and tight with sticks and extremely articulate with brushes. When played half-opened the hats breathe a thick blanket of sound and when closed the chick is warm and silvery.

14" Bosphorus Master Series Hi-Hats

Technical Specifications

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