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Istanbul Agop 22″ Agop Signature Medium Ride Cymbal

£484.00

The Istanbul Agop 22″ Agop Medium Ride Cymbal is a medium-weight evolution of the iconic Agop Signature Ride, designed to honour the original specification from when the model was first introduced. By returning to its roots, this ride delivers a perfect balance of dry stick definition, dark tonal complexity and controlled wash, making it highly expressive while maintaining clarity and projection. Available exclusively in a 22″ size, it offers a deeply musical response that adapts beautifully to dynamic, nuanced playing.

Key Features:

• 22″ ride cymbal from the Istanbul Agop Signature Series
• Medium weight version of the original Agop Signature Ride
• Built to the original historical specification of the model
• Dry, articulate stick definition
• Dark, complex and organic tonal character
• Controlled, musical wash
• Designed for expressive, dynamic playing
• Crafted from premium B20 bronze alloy
• Fully hand-hammered using traditional Turkish techniques
• Each cymbal is completely unique

Availability: In stock with our supplier
Estimated Delivery Date 07/02/2026
 SKU: IAGMR22

Description

The Agop Signature Series represents the final and most personal work of master cymbalsmith Agop Tomurcuk. Created using his private notebooks, which contained a lifetime of cymbal-making secrets and ideas, these cymbals were built to his exacting specifications. They were the last project of his life, and they embody his uncompromising vision of sound – extremely dark, trashy, dry and complex, with a deeply musical personality.

Sound & Feel:

• Dry, articulate stick response with excellent definition
• Dark, complex overtones with a raw, organic character
• Controlled wash that never overwhelms
• Medium weight provides added body and presence
• Highly expressive and touch-sensitive across dynamics

Built to Perform:

• Crafted from premium B20 bronze for warmth and depth
• Individually hand-hammered and shaped
• Designed for tonal complexity and musical subtlety
• Built for long-term durability and consistency
• Each cymbal is uniquely voiced by hand

Ideal For:

• Jazz, fusion and experimental styles
• Studio recording and expressive live performance
• Drummers seeking a darker, drier ride with clarity
• Players who value handcrafted individuality and musical depth

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