Istanbul Agop 10″ Xist Ion Splash Cymbal

£98.49
The Istanbul Agop 10″ Xist Ion Splash Cymbal delivers a fast, explosive accent with a trashy, raw bite and a bright, modern edge. Designed to be powerful and loud for its size, it speaks instantly with a papery decay that keeps the sound tight and controlled, while the brilliant finish adds extra clarity and attack.
Key Features:
- Size: 10″ – Quick response with sharp, immediate accents
- Series: Xist – Modern production blended with traditional Turkish cymbal making
- Alloy: B20 bronze (80% copper, 20% tin)
- Finish: Brilliant – Enhanced brightness, shimmer and definition
- Sound Profile: Trashy, raw attack with a papery, controlled decay
- Character: Powerful and loud with a bright attack and more sustain than a typical splash
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Description
Part of the Istanbul Agop Xist Series, the Ion Splash blends modern consistency with Istanbul’s historic cymbal-making heritage dating back to the 16th century and Agop Tomurcuk’s legacy. Crafted from cast B20 bronze and shaped using pre-form casting with fewer hammer blows, it delivers a modern, bright and focused sound that’s ideal for contemporary setups.
Sound & Feel:
- Immediate, explosive splash response
- Trashy, raw “white noise” bite for edgy accents
- Bright, cutting attack with crisp definition
- Papery decay that stays controlled and musical
- Modern voicing that sits well in loud mixes
Built to Perform:
- Cast B20 bronze construction for rich tone and durability
- Machine hammered for consistent performance across the range
- Brilliant finish enhances projection and clarity
- Ion-style design adds trashy character and fast decay control
- Professional quality at an accessible price point
Ideal For:
- Drummers wanting a loud, fast splash with trashy character
- Modern rock, metal, pop, fusion and alternative styles
- Stacking with other cymbals for aggressive, cutting effects
- Accents that need to speak quickly without lingering too long
- Gigging and studio work where bright definition is key
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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