Name: Istanbul Agop 10" Xist Dry Dark Hi-Hat Cymbals
SKU: IXDDH10
Price: 199.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Istanbul Agop 10″ Xist Dry Dark Hi-Hat Cymbals

£199.00

The Istanbul Agop 10″ Xist Dry Dark Hi-Hat Cymbals deliver a pointed, dark and trashy attack with an exceptionally fast decay. Compact and highly responsive, these hi-hats offer crisp articulation with a dry, controlled feel, making them ideal for tight, modern playing where precision and texture are key.

Key Features:

Size: 10″ – Ultra-fast response with tight, controlled articulation
Series: Xist – Modern production blended with traditional Turkish cymbal making
Alloy: B20 bronze (80% copper, 20% tin)
Finish: Dry Dark – Reduced wash with a focused, earthy response
Sound Profile: Pointed, dark and trashy attack with fast decay
Flexibility: Compatible with additional 10″ Dry Dark Splash for expanded options (not included)

Availability: In stock with our supplier

Estimated Delivery Date 14/02/2026

SKU: IXDDH10

Description
Delivery & Returns
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Description

Part of the Istanbul Agop Xist Series, the Dry Dark Hi-Hats draw on Istanbul’s historic cymbal-making heritage dating back to the 16th century and Agop Tomurcuk’s legacy. Using modern production techniques alongside traditional concepts, they deliver professional quality, distinctive character and creative flexibility at an accessible price.

Sound & Feel:

Extremely fast, dry hi-hat response
Dark, trashy texture with crisp stick definition
Quick decay for tight, modern timekeeping
Pronounced chick sound when paired creatively
Highly controlled feel at low and medium volumes

Built to Perform:

Cast B20 bronze construction for durability and tonal depth
Machine hammered for consistency and reliability
Dry dark voicing reduces overtones and excess sustain
Designed for creative setups and alternative playing techniques
Balances modern control with traditional cymbal character

Ideal For:

Drummers seeking ultra-tight, dry hi-hat articulation
Electronic, hip-hop, experimental and low-volume styles
Creative stacking and hybrid hi-hat configurations
Players who value fast decay and trashy texture
Studio and live setups where precision and control are essential

Any items held at our warehouse and ordered before 12pm will be dispatched same-day. For any special order items, we will be in touch directly with tracking information. Delivery is free for most of the U.K. on all orders over £250 and others start from just £3.59. We offer 'Express Shipping' on all items meaning that, for most parts of the U.K., your order will be with you next working day. In some areas, such as the Highlands and Islands, delivery will be two days (this will be reflected in your estimated delivery date at checkout). Most items are shipped with DPD meaning you will be given a one hour delivery window on the day of delivery. Smaller items are sent First Class with Royal Mail. If you are in a hurry or need a more specific delivery date and time delivery upgrades such as Next Day before 10am, Next Day before 12pm and Saturday or Sunday delivery can be selected at checkout. Our DPD deliveries are carbon neutral and, where possible, we reuse packing to cut down on waste.

More Delivery & Return Information

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.