Name: Istanbul Agop 20" Traditional Original Ride Cymbal
SKU: IORR20
Price: 346.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Istanbul Agop 20″ Traditional Original Ride Cymbal

£346.00

The Istanbul Agop 20″ Traditional Original Ride Cymbal is the thinnest ride cymbal in the Traditional Series, offering exceptional sensitivity and a wide harmonic and dynamic range. Fully lathed on both the top and bottom, this cymbal embodies classic Turkish craftsmanship, delivering a musical, open response that allows every nuance of your playing to shine through.

Key Features:

Size: 20″ – Full-sized ride with expansive tonal range
Series: Traditional Series
Sound Character: Open, complex and highly musical
Weight: Thinnest ride in the Traditional Series
Alloy: B20 bronze
Finish: Traditional fully lathed finish

Availability: In stock with our supplier

Estimated Delivery Date 15/02/2026

SKU: IORR20

Description
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Description

The thinnest of the Traditional Series ride cymbals, the Original ride offers wide harmonic and dynamic range.

The Original Ride responds effortlessly to both light and assertive playing, producing a broad, shimmering wash alongside clear, expressive stick definition. Its thinner construction allows the cymbal to open up easily, making it ideal for dynamic, interactive ride patterns and expressive crash-riding.

Sound & Feel:

Wide harmonic spread with rich overtones
Highly dynamic response across all playing levels
Open wash that develops quickly
Smooth, musical stick definition

Built to Perform:

Handcrafted from premium B20 bronze
Fully lathed for warmth, clarity and balance
Traditional Turkish cymbal-making techniques
Thin profile enhances sensitivity and musicality

Ideal For:

Drummers seeking an expressive, highly musical ride
Jazz, fusion and acoustic music settings
Players who value dynamic range and harmonic complexity
Crash-riding and interactive ride playing styles

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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.

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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.