Name: Istanbul Agop 22" Special Edition Fusion Ride Cymbal
SKU: ISEFR22
Price: 464.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Istanbul Agop 22″ Special Edition Fusion Ride Cymbal

£464.00

The Istanbul Agop 22″ Special Edition Fusion Ride Cymbal blends dark, complex tonality with enhanced projection and articulation, making it a powerful yet musical choice for modern players who demand clarity, depth and dynamic versatility. Originally born from a collaboration with the online Cymbalholic community over a decade ago, this ride was offered for years as a highly sought-after “off-menu” model. Due to continued and growing demand, Istanbul Agop has refined the design and released it as an official model, featuring improvements to the bell size, shape and overall weight for greater presence and definition.

Key Features:

• 22″ ride cymbal from the Istanbul Agop Special Edition Fusion Series
• Developed in collaboration with the Cymbalholic community
• Dark, complex tonal character with enhanced projection
• Improved bell size and shape for clearer articulation
• Increased weight for added presence and dynamic range
• Inspired by the Agop Signature and Mel Lewis cymbal lines
• Vintage-style top lathing with light Agop Signature-style bottom lathing
• Handcrafted using traditional Turkish cymbal-making techniques

Availability: In stock with our supplier

Estimated Delivery Date 15/02/2026

SKU: ISEFR22

Description
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Description

Designed to capture the qualities of two of Istanbul Agop’s most revered jazz cymbal lines – the Agop Signature and Mel Lewis series – the Special Edition Fusion Ride offers a rich, expressive voice with a smoother high end and refined stick definition. The unique combination of vintage-style lathing on the top and a very light Agop Signature-style lathing on the bottom creates a sound that is dark and complex, yet controlled and articulate. This balance allows the cymbal to cut through when needed, while still blending beautifully into a wide range of musical contexts.

Sound & Feel:

• Dark, complex tonal character
• Clear, articulate stick definition
• Smooth, musical high frequencies
• Controlled wash with excellent projection
• Highly responsive across dynamic ranges

Built to Perform:

• Handcrafted in Turkey using traditional methods
• Refined bell design for improved clarity and presence
• Carefully balanced weight for articulation and sustain
• Vintage-style lathing for tonal depth and warmth
• Built for consistency in studio and live environments

Ideal For:

• Players seeking a dark yet articulate ride cymbal
• Jazz, fusion and modern acoustic styles
• Drummers who want strong projection without harshness
• Studio musicians needing clarity and tonal complexity
• Performers looking for a versatile, expressive main ride

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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.

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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.