{"product_id":"871036","title":"Bosphorus USED Master Series Crash 18 [1200g]","description":"[Used Bosphorus Master Series 18-inch crash cymbal now in stock!]\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Bosphorus\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Bosphorus Cymbals was founded in 1996 by three cymbal makers: Hasan Seker, Ibrahim Yakici, and Hasan Ozdemir. These three are among the most experienced and active cymbal makers in Turkey and are known as \"masters.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The three founders of Bosphorus were close childhood friends who became cymbal makers at a very young age, diligently training and mastering every step of the cymbal-making process. Their mentors were masters who created legendary cymbals in the 1960s and 70s, and they learned traditional manufacturing methods from them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e After working at that workshop for 16 years, the three men established their own company. They still maintain good relationships with their former employees and continue to work on cymbal making with respect for the mentor who taught them the craft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Bosphorus Cymbals currently employs 16 cymbal makers, eight of whom are apprentices. Three cymbal masters, drawing on nearly 30 years of experience, continue to handcraft cymbals in the workshop, helping their apprentices create perfect cymbals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cmaster series\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Master Series cymbals utilize a unique alloy formulation developed by Bosphorus, resulting in cymbals characterized by a soft, supple, vintage sound. It is Bosphorus' most popular series, highly favored by acoustic drummers for its dark, warm, and complex tone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Size: 18 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e *Please note that this is a used item and may have scratches, stains, and other signs of wear.\u003c\/master\u003e","brand":"Bosphorus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67871636553841,"sku":"871036","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/4173\/0673\/files\/871036_01.jpg?v=1793098401","url":"https:\/\/global.ikebe-gakki.com\/fr\/products\/871036","provider":"Ikebe Musical Instruments Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}