bold. timeless. inspired.

  • Holy Grail model cymbal with distinctive patina

    Holy Grail®

    Dark, complex, warm, and smoky with a woody stick definition.

  • Mersey Beat model 20" crash/rde cymbal

    Mersey Beat™

    Bright, cutting, and slightly trashy with a vintage British Invasion vibe.

  • A top view of a large, round, metallic cymbal with numerous small holes arranged in concentric circles.

    Revival

    Vintage warmth with a modern touch. Balanced blend of dark, complex overtones and clear stick articulation.

  • Top view of two concentric metallic discs with a brushed finish and small central hole, creating a reflective and circular pattern.

    Janavar™

    Bright, shimmering, and slightly explosive.

  • Two rusty, blackened metal objects, possibly discs or plates, stacked with a dark, textured surface.

    Midnight Lamp™

    Dark, moody, and expressive. Midnight Lamp cymbals feature deep, complex overtones with a dry attack and a slightly trashy wash.

  • Close-up image of a weathered bronze cymbal with green oxidation spots, showing concentric circles and a central hole, mounted on a black background.

    Custom

    The Custom series varies depending on individual designs.

  • A metallic cymbal with a brushed finish, viewed from above.

    American Artist™

    Balanced, versatile, and articulate with a clean stick definition and controlled wash.

  • A circular brass cymbal with a small cut-out section on the edge, viewed from above.

    China

    Explosive, raw, and trashy. Cymbal & Gong’s China cymbals have a fast attack, quick decay, and a signature cutting tone.

  • Top view of a metallic cymbal with a central hole, showing a brushed gold surface with concentric circular patterns.

    Splash

    Quick, bright, and crisp. These small cymbals provide short, high-pitched accents with a fast decay.

our story

Our journey began 20 years ago when we started sourcing handmade cymbals directly from Istanbul, often bringing back as many as our baggage allowance—and overhead bins—would allow. As our passion grew, we realized we needed to take a deeper step: to create our own brand and unique sounds. Over the years, we’ve forged partnerships with some of the top artisans and masters in the Istanbul cymbal industry, allowing us to craft a distinctive musical experience.

Collage of six images: top left shows fire glowing under a grill, top right has stacked firewood, middle left features a blue industrial machine part, middle right shows gears and machinery, bottom left displays a row of vintage tools, and bottom right has a polished metal surface.
Three large brass cymbals with circular patterns and small protrusions, resting on a concrete floor against a concrete wall.
A large brass hi-hat cymbal from a drum set with a small handwritten note below it reading "14" Hi hat HG."

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HOLY GRAIL®

DRY•SMOKY•DARK•COMPLEX

Holy Grail cymbals embody the essence of vintage, coveted instruments. Each piece stands out with a unique sound and striking appearance, defined by its rich, dark brown and verdigris patina. This finish isn’t just for show—it’s the final touch that shapes their complex tone.

Close-up of a brass cymbal with a label reading 'Cymbal & Gong Holy Grail' in the center.