Name: Istanbul Agop 21" Traditional Dark Ride Cymbal
SKU: IDR21
Price: 382.00 GBP
Availability: BackOrder

Istanbul Agop 21″ Traditional Dark Ride Cymbal

£382.00

The Istanbul Agop 21″ Traditional Dark Ride Cymbal delivers a deep, musical ride voice rooted in classic Turkish cymbal-making traditions. Fully lathed on both the top and bottom, this cymbal offers warm, articulate stick response balanced by a darker, complex wash that blooms naturally underneath the pattern, making it an expressive and highly musical ride option.

Key Features:

Size: 21″ – Larger diameter for enhanced depth and projection
Series: Traditional Dark
Type: Ride cymbal
Sound Character: Warm stick definition with a darker, complex wash
Alloy: B20 bronze
Finish: Traditional fully lathed finish

Availability: Available to order

Estimated Delivery Date 21/02/2026

SKU: IDR21

Description
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Description

The 21″ Traditional Dark Ride responds smoothly with a defined yet rounded stick sound, supported by a broad, dark undertone that never overwhelms. Its larger size allows the wash to develop fully while maintaining control, making it equally suitable for timekeeping, dynamic builds and expressive cymbal phrasing.

Sound & Feel:

Warm, articulate stick response
Darker, musical wash with controlled spread
Smooth, organic feel under the stick
Excellent balance between definition and atmosphere

Built to Perform:

Handcrafted from premium B20 bronze
Fully lathed top and bottom for classic Traditional tone
Shaped using traditional Turkish cymbal-making techniques
Each cymbal is individually voiced and hand-finished

Ideal For:

Drummers seeking a dark, warm ride with musical depth
Jazz, blues, fusion and acoustic-based styles
Players who value expressive wash with clear stick definition
Situations where warmth and nuance are more important than volume

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More Delivery & Return Information

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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.

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.