



Istanbul Agop 17″ Agop Signature Crash Cymbal

£264.00
The Istanbul Agop 17″ Agop Signature Crash Cymbal is a paper-thin, deeply expressive instrument with a dark, dry and low-pitched voice. Designed to respond instantly, it delivers a soft, explosive attack followed by a fast, controlled decay, making it ideal for nuanced accents and musical phrasing. With its complex, trashy undertones and organic feel, this crash embodies the raw, artistic character that defines the Agop Signature Series.
Key Features:
• 17″ crash cymbal from the Agop Signature Series
• Paper-thin weight for instant, sensitive response
• Dark, dry and low-pitched tonal profile
• Complex, trashy character with rich overtones
• Designed using Agop Tomurcuk’s final cymbal concepts
• Premium B20 bronze construction
• Fully handcrafted using traditional Turkish methods
• Each cymbal is completely unique
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Description
The Agop Signature Series represents the final artistic vision of master cymbalsmith Agop Tomurcuk. Based on the ideas and tonal concepts recorded in his personal notebooks over a lifetime of cymbal making, these cymbals are intentionally dark, dry and complex, offering a raw and highly musical voice. The ultra-thin profile of this crash allows it to open up effortlessly, delivering a quick, airy response that feels alive under the stick.
Sound & Feel:
• Dark and low-pitched with rich tonal depth
• Dry, trashy undertones for added character
• Fast, explosive attack with quick decay
• Highly dynamic and touch-sensitive response
• Organic, evolving texture with expressive playability
Built to Perform:
• Crafted from premium B20 bronze for warmth and complexity
• Hand-hammered and lathed using traditional techniques
• Designed for maximum tonal individuality
• Built for expressive, dynamic playing styles
• A true reflection of handmade Turkish cymbal artistry
Ideal For:
• Drummers seeking dark, dry and character-rich crash sounds
• Players who favour expressive, low-pitched cymbals
• Jazz, fusion, experimental and alternative genres
• Studio musicians looking for unique tonal textures
• Anyone wanting a crash cymbal with deep artistic identity
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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