Name: Istanbul Agop 22" Xist Dry Dark Crash Cymbal
SKU: IXDDC22
Price: 307.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Istanbul Agop 22″ Xist Dry Dark Crash Cymbal

£307.00

The Istanbul Agop 22″ Xist Dry Dark Crash Cymbal delivers a papery-thin, explosive crash sound with a trashy attack and fast, controlled decay. Despite its larger diameter, it remains quick and responsive, making it a powerful yet highly controlled effect crash that excels in modern, texture-focused setups.

Key Features:

Size: 22″ – Large diameter with explosive response and fast decay
Series: Xist – Modern production blended with traditional Turkish cymbal making
Alloy: B20 bronze (80% copper, 20% tin)
Finish: Dry Dark – Reduced wash with an earthy, controlled tone
Sound Profile: Papery, trashy attack with quick decay
Versatility: Suitable for stacks, hi-hat stacks or use as an alternate hi-hat bottom

Availability: In stock with our supplier

Estimated Delivery Date 14/02/2026

SKU: IXDDC22

Description
Delivery & Returns
Warranty & 30-Day Money Back Guarantee

Description

Part of the Istanbul Agop Xist Series, the Dry Dark Crash reflects Istanbul’s historic cymbal-making heritage dating back to the 16th century and Agop Tomurcuk’s legacy. Using modern production techniques alongside traditional concepts, it delivers professional quality with distinctive character at an accessible price.

Sound & Feel:

Explosive, trashy crash response
Papery texture with controlled projection
Fast decay that stays tight and musical
Dark voicing that avoids excessive wash
Highly effective for accents and layered textures

Built to Perform:

Cast B20 bronze construction for durability and tonal depth
Machine hammered for consistency and reliability
Dry dark voicing reduces harsh overtones
Designed for creative stacking and alternative configurations
Professional performance with modern versatility

Ideal For:

Drummers seeking a large, fast-decaying crash effect
Modern rock, alternative, experimental and electronic styles
Stacked crash and hi-hat stack configurations
Alternate hi-hat bottom or texture-based setups
Studio and live use where control and character are key

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More Delivery & Return Information

At Drum Central we want you to be able to shop with confidence and are happy to offer a 2 year warranty and 30 day money back guarantee on all of our new products. (All products sold are considered new unless clearly stated. This includes ex display models.)

If within 30 days of receiving your purchase you decide it is not right for you providing it is returned in “as new” condition within its unopened original packing we will refund or exchange your item as desired. In cases where packaging has been opened we may be unable to offer a refund but in some cases will offer a refund that reflects the reduced resale value of the item.

We do our best to make sure every aspect of your Drum Central order goes smoothly but in the event that an item arrives either damaged or incorrect then notify us within 14 days and we will arrange a free collection so as to get the item swapped or replaced.

If your purchase develops a fault within the 2 year warranty period you can return it to us and we will repair or replace it. A fault is defined as a defect that you would not normally expect to occur through normal wear and tear and that has not been caused by improper use.