Designed in collaboration with Norwegian drummer, Erik Smith, the Istanbul Mehmet Erik Smith series of cymbals pays homage to a long time endorser of Istanbul Mehmet Cymbals. Erik is recognised as a versatile and seasoned drummer who has had a long and fruitful drumming career playing alongside the likes of Donna Summer an Josh Groban to name but a few. The Istanbul Mehmet 22" Erik Smith Swish Ride is a versatile cymbal which has been created using a high grade B20 bronze alloy which features an X-Cast finish and 18 rivets on the bell side of the cymbal. The X-Cast finish has a bigger bell which makes for a weightier ride sound with more volume and overtones whilst the rivets allow for a flawlessly smooth swish sound. Overall the sound produced by this ride cymbal is dark yet punchy perfect for slick, smooth jazz performances.