Leon Cymbals offers custom cymbal work for drummers looking for a more specific sound, feel or visual character.
Every custom cymbal is made by hand in Istanbul and individually voiced according to the target concept.
What We Can Customize
We can usually discuss:
- Size
- Cymbal type
- Weight and feel
- Bell shape and response
- Finish
- Lathing style
- Hammering approach
- Dryness, sustain and stick definition
- Sound references
- Visual character
How to Request a Custom Cymbal
When contacting us, please include as much detail as possible:
- Desired size and cymbal type
- Target weight or weight class
- Music style and playing context
- Cymbals or recordings you like
- What you want more or less of in the sound
- Any visual preferences
- Your country for shipping
Production Time
Custom cymbals usually require more time than regular catalog production. Timing depends on the complexity of the request, current workshop schedule and the number of revisions needed to reach the target sound.
Important Note
Because cymbals are handmade instruments, exact copies are not always possible. The goal is to create a cymbal that reaches the target character, feel and musical response as closely as possible.
Custom Shop Models
Some special concepts are available through Leon Custom Shop, including semi-lathed dark cymbals, flatbell cymbals and selected custom-inspired models.
Contact
To request a custom cymbal, please contact us with your idea and sound references.