Istanbul Agop 22″ Agop Signature Ride Cymbal

£484.00
The Istanbul Agop 22″ Agop Ride Cymbal is a deeply expressive, organic-sounding ride designed for drummers who value warmth, complexity and musical nuance. Featuring dry, articulate stick definition paired with rich, warm overtones, this cymbal delivers clarity without losing its dark, textured character. Its mellow crash/ride capabilities allow it to open up beautifully when played with more force, making it a versatile choice for dynamic, expressive playing across a wide range of musical styles.
Key Features:
• 22″ ride cymbal from the Istanbul Agop Signature Series
• Dry stick definition with warm, complex overtones
• Mellow crash/ride capability for added versatility
• Dark, trashy and organic tonal character
• Highly dynamic and touch-sensitive response
• Built to Agop Tomurcuk’s original design specifications
• Fully hand-hammered using traditional Turkish techniques
• Crafted from premium B20 bronze alloy
• Each cymbal is completely unique
- Description
- Delivery & Returns
- Warranty & 30-Day Money Back Guarantee
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
• Warm and complex overtone structure
• Dark, organic tonal character
• Controlled, musical wash
• Mellow crash response when opened up
• Extremely expressive and touch-sensitive
Built to Perform:
• Crafted from premium B20 bronze for warmth and depth
• Individually hand-hammered and lathed
• 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 dark, dry ride tones
• Players who value handcrafted individuality
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.
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