19” Flatbell Classic Paper Thin Ride
Custom Shop
19” Flatbell Classic Paper Thin Ride
- Handmade in Istanbul, Turkey
- Premium B20+ bronze
- Worldwide shipping
Preparation time is separate from shipping transit time.
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About This Cymbal
The 19” Flatbell Classic Paper Thin Ride is a handmade Turkish ride cymbal. Flatbell Classic applies the flatbell concept to a more open and traditional Leon voice, balancing clarity, control and musical sustain.
The Custom Shop is Leon’s special production area for distinctive models, extended concepts and cymbals built around more specific sound targets.
Each Leon cymbal is individually shaped, hammered, lathed and voiced by hand in Istanbul using premium B20+ bronze. Final weight and visual details may vary slightly within the target character of the model.
Usually ready to ship in 2–4 weeks. Production time is separate from shipping time.
Sound Character
- Dark
- Dry
- Complex
- Controlled
19” Flatbell Classic Paper Thin Ride is a handmade Turkish ride cymbal with very light feel, fast response and wide-open decay, clear stick definition and musical wash. Classic flatbell cymbal voice with smooth response, balanced dryness and musical stick definition.
Specifications
Sound & Craft
Weight class
Paper Thin
Typical weight range
Exact weight varies by individual handmade cymbal.
Product type
Ride Cymbal
Recommended for
Custom setups, advanced drummers, boutique studio work, expressive live performance. Especially useful for ride patterns and dynamic control.
Craftsmanship
Every Leon cymbal is individually shaped, hammered, lathed and voiced by hand. Small variations in weight, appearance and tone are part of its individual character.
- Hand hammered
- Handmade in Istanbul, Turkey
- Premium B20+ bronze
- Individually shaped and voiced
- Natural handmade variation
Sound library
Hear This Cymbal
Hear how the Dark Turk line sounds in this reference recording.
This clip represents the line's sound character and may not be the exact cymbal you receive.
Cymbal line
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Dark, earthy and complex handmade cymbals with raw texture and controlled wash.