Browse a full range of Istanbul Agop Cymbals at Drum Central. Including the best selling Xist range and the classic sounding Traditional range. We offer great value and fast delivery.
Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal making world with the tradition of hand making cymbals dating back to the 16th Century there. Formed by Agop Tomurcuk around 1978 after the original K factory where he was foreman closed down, Istanbul Agop helped keep alive the art of hand made cymbals when the efficiency of mechanised production lines had all but replaced it. Istanbul Agop Cymbals embrace the ancient traditions of Turkish, hand-hammered cymbals but take a progressive approach toward sound, design and manufacturing.
The Traditional Range of Istanbul Agop cymbals are arguably some of the finest cymbals we have in store. Oozing with class and sophistication each cymbal is a work of art. You’ll even find it hand signed by the artisan that created it.
Ironically one of their most popular ranges is one of Istanbul Agop’s machine finished cymbal ranges. Istanbul Agop Xist offer a chance for drummers to have a shot of this sought after brand without having to commit to the expense of hand made cymbals. We couldn’t recommend them higher. At their price range they really are unrivalled and sound like they should cost a lot more than they do. This is largely to do with the fact that they still use a B20 Bronze the same as high end cymbals. Istanbul do offer a cheaper range of B8 cymbals for beginners called Istanbul Art.
To mark 30 years in business Istanbul Agop released the Istanbul Agop 30th Anniversary cymbals which feature extremely rare hand sculpted bells. The eye catching Custom Series of cymbals offer drummers something a little bit drier with great stick definition.
Despite being a relatively new name on the cymbal making block (compared to some of the bigger turkish companies) Istanbul Agop have some pretty big hitting endorsers, including Cindy Blackman of Santana who has not one but two signature ranges with Istanbul. The Om and The Mantra ranges. The Mel Lewis range is unique, in that rather than designing a new cymbal range, these cymbals are a recreation of the ones he used throughout his career. Other signature ranges are available from Joey Waronker, and Idris Muhammed, Sterling and Lenny White’s Epoch. There’s even an Agop signature range by the cymbal smith who started the entire company.
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Istanbul Agop Xist Cymbal Set 14″ 16″ 18″ 20″ With Cymbal Bag – Brilliant Finish
£689.00Istanbul Agop Xist Cymbal Set. An innovative cymbal pack that delivers high end sound without the high end price tag. Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal making world...
Estimated Delivery Date 15/02/2025 -
Istanbul Agop Xist Cymbal Set 14″ 16″ 20″ With Cymbal Bag – Brilliant Finish
£529.00Istanbul Agop Xist Brilliant Cymbal Set. An innovative cymbal pack that delivers high end sound without the high end price tag. Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal mak...
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Istanbul Agop Xist Cymbal Set 15″ 17″ 19″ 21″ With Cymbal Bag – Brilliant Finish
Original price was: £749.80.£637.33Current price is: £637.33.The Istanbul Xist cymbals have a musical and modern sound. They provide clear, articulate sticking and a dark, warm crash with moderate overtones. Constructed from the combination of modern production...
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Istanbul Agop Xist Power 4 Set – 14″ 16″ 18″ 20″ With Cymbal Bag
£689.00Istanbul Agop Xist Power Cymbal Set. An innovative cymbal pack that delivers high end sound without the high end price tag. Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal making...
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Istanbul Agop Xist Power Cymbal Set 14″ 16″ 20″..With Cymbal Bag
£529.00Istanbul Agop Xist Power Cymbal Set. An innovative cymbal pack that delivers high end sound without the high end price tag. Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal making...
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Istanbul Agop 10″ Xist Ion Splash Cymbal
£86.30Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal making world with the tradition of hand making cymbals dating back to the 16th Century there. Formed by Agop Tomurcuk around 1978 af...
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Istanbul Agop 10″ Xist Splash Cymbal – Brilliant Finish
£86.30Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal making world with the tradition of hand making cymbals dating back to the 16th Century there. Formed by Agop Tomurcuk around 1978 af...
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Istanbul Agop 12″ Xist Splash Cymbal – Brilliant Finish
£97.90Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal making world with the tradition of hand making cymbals dating back to the 16th Century there. Formed by Agop Tomurcuk around 1978 af...
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Istanbul Agop 14″ Xist Hi-Hat Cymbals – Brilliant Finish
£231.60Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal making world with the tradition of hand making cymbals dating back to the 16th Century there. Formed by Agop Tomurcuk around 1978 af...
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Istanbul Agop 14″ Xist Power Hi-Hat Cymbals
£232.00Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal making world with the tradition of hand making cymbals dating back to the 16th Century there. Formed by Agop Tomurcuk around 1978 af...
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Istanbul Agop 15″ Xist Dark Ion Hi-Hat Cymbals
£262.00Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal making world with the tradition of hand making cymbals dating back to the 16th Century there. Formed by Agop Tomurcuk around 1978 af...
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Istanbul Agop 16″ Xist China Cymbal – Brilliant Finish
£171.00Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal making world with the tradition of hand making cymbals dating back to the 16th Century there. Formed by Agop Tomurcuk around 1978 af...
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Istanbul Agop 16″ Xist Crash Cymbal – Brilliant Finish
£152.30Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal making world with the tradition of hand making cymbals dating back to the 16th Century there. Formed by Agop Tomurcuk around 1978 af...
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Istanbul Agop 16″ Xist Ion China Cymbal
£171.00Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal making world with the tradition of hand making cymbals dating back to the 16th Century there. Formed by Agop Tomurcuk around 1978 af...
Estimated Delivery Date 15/02/2025 -
Istanbul Agop 16″ Xist Ion Crash Cymbal
£152.00Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal making world with the tradition of hand making cymbals dating back to the 16th Century there. Formed by Agop Tomurcuk around 1978 af...
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Istanbul Agop 16″ Xist Power Crash Cymbal
£152.00The larger, unlathed bell and unlathed center combined with a heavier weight give this series a fuller, louder attack with a more controlled sustain....
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Istanbul Agop 17″ Xist Dark Ion Crash Cymbal
£171.00The Istanbul Agop Xist series offers a modern edge with a history of world class leading traditional cymbal making. The cymbals produce a powerful modern sound thanks to the pre-form casting manufactu...
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Istanbul Agop 18″ Xist China Cymbal – Brilliant Finish
£205.10Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal making world with the tradition of hand making cymbals dating back to the 16th Century there. Formed by Agop Tomurcuk around 1978 af...
Estimated Delivery Date 15/02/2025 -
Istanbul Agop 18″ Xist Crash Cymbal – Brilliant Finish
Original price was: £184.90.£166.41Current price is: £166.41.Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal making world with the tradition of hand making cymbals dating back to the 16th Century there. Formed by Agop Tomurcuk around 1978 af...
Estimated Delivery Date 15/02/2025 -
Istanbul Agop 18″ Xist Ion China Cymbal
£205.00Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal making world with the tradition of hand making cymbals dating back to the 16th Century there. Formed by Agop Tomurcuk around 1978 af...
Estimated Delivery Date 15/02/2025 -
Istanbul Agop 18″ Xist Ion Crash Cymbal
£185.00Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal making world with the tradition of hand making cymbals dating back to the 16th Century there. Formed by Agop Tomurcuk around 1978 af...
Estimated Delivery Date 15/02/2025 -
Istanbul Agop 18″ Xist Power Crash Cymbal
£185.00Istanbul in Turkey has long held the title of capital of the cymbal making world with the tradition of hand making cymbals dating back to the 16th Century there. Formed by Agop Tomurcuk around 1978 af...
Estimated Delivery Date 01/03/2025 -
Istanbul Agop 19″ Xist Dry Dark Ride Cymbal
£214.0019” Ride A dry, well defined attack with a quick and musical decay and mellow crash. Akin to the sound of many classic breakbeats and sought after jazz ride sounds....
Estimated Delivery Date 01/03/2025 -
Istanbul Agop 20″ Xist Ion China Cymbal
£252.00Focused and cutting attack, the laser cut crop circles add extra complexity and a quick decay....
Estimated Delivery Date 15/02/2025