Hand crafted in Istanbul, Turkey. Offered in several weights, Fast Gold crashes are lighter and open quickly while the Power crashes have a higher pitch, more volume, and a longer decay. Full crashes have a fuller response. These cymbals are the ideal choice for high volume settings.The Gold Series fuses the "Old World" warmth of handmade cymbals with the cutting power, projection, and durability desired by drummers playing in contemporary settings.They work great for rock, pop, and other mother styles. Each Gold Series cymbal is buffed to a brilliant finish.