Istanbul Agop 20″ Traditional Heavy Ride Cymbal

£346.00

The Istanbul Agop 20″ Traditional Heavy Ride Cymbal is designed for clarity, control and projection, offering a clean, focused stick response with a loud, clear and relatively dark ping. Part of the Traditional Series, it is fully lathed on both the top and bottom, delivering the warmth and musicality Istanbul Agop is known for, while the heavier weight provides added definition, volume and stability for more demanding playing situations.

Key Features:
  • Size: 20″ – Full-sized ride with strong presence and authority
  • Series: Traditional
  • Sound Character: Clean, focused and relatively dark with clear ping
  • Alloy: B20 bronze
  • Weight: Heavy – Enhanced definition, volume and control
  • Finish: Traditional fully lathed finish
Availability: In stock with our supplier
Estimated Delivery Date 15/02/2026
SKU: IHVR20

Description

The 20″ Traditional Heavy Ride delivers excellent stick articulation with minimal wash, making it ideal for precise timekeeping. Its darker tonal character keeps the sound musical and controlled, while the increased mass ensures consistency and clarity even at higher volumes.

Sound & Feel:
  • Loud, clear stick definition with focused ping
  • Relatively dark tonal character for a heavy ride
  • Controlled wash that stays out of the way of the groove
  • Solid, confident feel under the stick
Built to Perform:
  • Handcrafted using traditional Turkish cymbal-making techniques
  • Premium B20 bronze for durability and tonal depth
  • Heavy construction designed for consistent performance
  • Built to withstand high-volume playing environments
Ideal For:
  • Drummers seeking strong, defined ride articulation
  • Rock, fusion and louder jazz or pop settings
  • Players who prefer a controlled, darker ride sound
  • Live and studio applications requiring clarity and projection
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