Name: Istanbul Agop 22" Xist Ion Crash Cymbal
SKU: IXIONC22
Price: 322.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Istanbul Agop 22″ Xist Ion Crash Cymbal

£322.00

The Istanbul Agop 22″ Xist Ion Crash Cymbal delivers a trashy, raw crash sound with a fast, splashy response and a papery decay. Symmetrically placed geometric holes introduce added air and complexity, creating an explosive accent that opens quickly and disappears just as fast, making it ideal for modern, effect-driven playing.

Key Features:

Size: 22″ – Large enough for power, fast enough for quick accents
Series: Xist – Modern production blended with traditional Turkish cymbal making
Alloy: B20 bronze (80% copper, 20% tin)
Finish: Brilliant – Enhanced brightness, clarity and projection
Sound Profile: Trashy, raw attack with a papery, very quick decay
Design: Symmetrical geometric holes add splashy response and control sustain

Availability: In stock with our supplier

Estimated Delivery Date 08/03/2026

SKU: IXIONC22

Description
Delivery & Returns
Warranty & 30-Day Money Back Guarantee

Description

Part of the Istanbul Agop Xist Series, the Ion Crash draws on Istanbul’s historic cymbal-making heritage dating back to the 16th century and Agop Tomurcuk’s legacy. Made from cast B20 bronze using modern pre-form casting with fewer hammer blows, it delivers a bright, focused and contemporary sound with professional performance at an accessible price.

Sound & Feel:

Fast, splashy crash response
Trashy character with raw, airy overtones
Very quick decay for tight, controlled accents
Bright, modern voicing that cuts through
Highly responsive to light and hand-playing techniques

Built to Perform:

Cast B20 bronze construction for durability and tonal depth
Machine hammered for consistency and reliability
Brilliant finish enhances attack and shimmer
Ion-style cut-outs reduce sustain and add complexity
Professional quality with excellent value

Ideal For:

Drummers looking for a trashy, fast-decaying crash
Modern rock, alternative, fusion and experimental styles
Accents that need to speak and disappear quickly
Hand drumming and effect-based setups
Stacking with other cymbals for aggressive, cutting effects

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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.