Name: Istanbul Agop 16" Xist China Cymbal
SKU: IXCH16
Price: 195.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Istanbul Agop 16″ Xist China Cymbal

£195.00

The Istanbul Agop 16″ Xist China Cymbal delivers a bright, explosive and cutting sound with a fast, trashy response and quick decay. Designed for modern playing styles, this china cymbal provides sharp accents that cut through loud mixes while retaining enough control for lower-volume applications. Made from professional B20 bronze, the Xist China blends modern consistency with Istanbul Agop’s long-standing Turkish cymbal-making heritage.

Key Features:

Size: 16″ – Strong projection with fast response
Alloy: B20 bronze (80% copper, 20% tin)
Sound Character: Bright, explosive and cutting
Decay: Quick decay for controlled, punchy accents
Series: Xist – Modern sound with traditional roots
Versatility: Suitable for both high- and lower-volume playing

Availability: In stock with our supplier

Estimated Delivery Date 15/02/2026

SKU: IXCH16

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

Description

The Istanbul Agop Xist Series combines modern production techniques with traditional Turkish cymbal-making processes, allowing professional-quality cymbals to be offered at an accessible price point. Using a pre-form casting method that requires fewer hammer blows than fully traditional manufacturing, Xist cymbals achieve a powerful, focused modern sound while retaining musical warmth and reliability.

Sound & Feel:

Explosive Attack: Immediate, aggressive response for strong accents
Bright Tone: Focused high-end that cuts through dense mixes
Quick Decay: Tight and controlled for rhythmic precision
Trashy Character: Classic china bite with modern clarity

Built to Perform:

Crafted from professional B20 bronze
Modern Xist manufacturing ensures consistency and durability
Designed for regular gigging, rehearsal and studio use
Delivers professional performance at an accessible price

Ideal For:

Drummers needing a cutting china cymbal for rock and modern styles
Players looking for explosive accents with controlled decay
Live performance, rehearsal and recording environments
Anyone seeking modern attack with Turkish cymbal character

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.