Name: Istanbul Agop 22" Xist Dry Dark Ride Cymbal
SKU: IXDDR22
Price: 307.00 GBP
Availability: BackOrder

Istanbul Agop 22″ Xist Dry Dark Ride Cymbal

£307.00

The Istanbul Agop 22″ Xist Dry Dark Ride Cymbal delivers a dry, well-defined stick attack with a quick, musical decay and a mellow, controlled crash. Its dark, earthy character evokes the sound of many classic breakbeats and highly sought-after jazz ride tones, offering articulation and feel that remain musical and expressive across a wide dynamic range.

Key Features:

Size: 22″ – Balanced diameter for control, definition and versatility
Series: Xist – Modern production blended with traditional Turkish cymbal making
Alloy: B20 bronze (80% copper, 20% tin)
Finish: Dark, dry finish for reduced wash and focused response
Sound Profile: Dry, articulate attack with quick, musical decay
Crash Character: Mellow and controlled when opened up

Availability: Available to order

Estimated Delivery Date 28/02/2026

SKU: IXDDR22

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

Description

Part of the Istanbul Agop Xist Series, the Dry Dark Ride draws on Istanbul’s historic cymbal-making heritage dating back to the 16th century and Agop Tomurcuk’s legacy. Using modern production methods alongside traditional concepts, it delivers professional quality and characterful tone at an accessible price.

Sound & Feel:

Clear, well-defined stick articulation
Dry, dark tonality with minimal wash
Quick, musical decay that stays controlled
Mellow crash response without overpowering the mix
Classic feel inspired by jazz and breakbeat recordings

Built to Perform:

Cast B20 bronze construction for depth and durability
Machine hammered for consistency and reliability
Dark voicing enhances control and reduces harsh overtones
Designed for expressive, articulate ride playing
Balances vintage character with modern consistency

Ideal For:

Drummers seeking dry, articulate ride definition
Jazz, funk, hip-hop, breakbeat and downtempo styles
Situations where controlled decay is essential
Players wanting a mellow, musical crash option
Studio and live use where nuance and feel matter

Any items held at our warehouse and ordered before 12pm will be dispatched same-day. For any special order items, we will be in touch directly with tracking information. Delivery is free for most of the U.K. on all orders over £250 and others start from just £3.59. We offer 'Express Shipping' on all items meaning that, for most parts of the U.K., your order will be with you next working day. In some areas, such as the Highlands and Islands, delivery will be two days (this will be reflected in your estimated delivery date at checkout). Most items are shipped with DPD meaning you will be given a one hour delivery window on the day of delivery. Smaller items are sent First Class with Royal Mail. If you are in a hurry or need a more specific delivery date and time delivery upgrades such as Next Day before 10am, Next Day before 12pm and Saturday or Sunday delivery can be selected at checkout. Our DPD deliveries are carbon neutral and, where possible, we reuse packing to cut down on waste.

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.