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Best Istanbul Agop 17" Crash Cymbals 2025

Premium Istanbul Agop 17" crash cymbals - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 29, 2025 • Next update: November 5, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Rock For Progressive For Metal For Fusion For Power Playing For Complex Music
BRANDS: Paiste Sabian Zultan Zildjian Meinl Istanbul Mehmet Istanbul Agop
Istanbul Agop 17" Agop Signature Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Istanbul Agop 17" Agop Signature Crash

by Istanbul Agop
Metal Complex Music Progressive
Key Feature:
• Excellent sustain and projection
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, complex overtones and harmonics
  • • Excellent sustain and projection
✗ CONS
  • • Can mask other instruments if overused
  • • May be overpowering in small venues

Istanbul Agop 17" Agop Signature CrashCrashHand hammeredSize: 17"Material: B20 bronzeVery thin crash with...

⭐ 4.4/5 (43 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 435808
$356
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Istanbul Agop 17" Xist Crash Brilliant - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Istanbul Agop 17" Xist Crash Brilliant

by Istanbul Agop
Fusion Power Playing Progressive
Key Feature:
• Excellent sustain and projection
✓ PROS
  • • Rich, complex overtones and harmonics
  • • Excellent sustain and projection
✗ CONS
  • • Heavy weight for extended playing
  • • Requires strong technique to control

Istanbul Agop 17" Xist Crash BrilliantCrash CymbalSize: 17"Agop Xist seriesBrilliant finishMaterial: B20...

⭐ 4.6/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 265118
$244
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Istanbul Agop 17" Traditional Dark Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Istanbul Agop 17" Traditional Dark Crash

by Istanbul Agop
Progressive Metal Power Playing
Key Feature:
• Versatile across heavier genres
✓ PROS
  • • Versatile across heavier genres
  • • Rich, complex overtones and harmonics
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive compared to standard sizes
  • • Requires strong technique to control

Istanbul Agop 17" Traditional Dark CrashCrash CymbalSize: 17"Traditional Dark SeriesMaterial: B-20...

⭐ 4.7/5 (37 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 580596
$307
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Istanbul Agop 17" Xist Dry Dark Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Istanbul Agop 17" Xist Dry Dark Crash

by Istanbul Agop
Power Playing Rock Metal
Key Feature:
• Rich, complex overtones and harmonics
✓ PROS
  • • Professional sound quality
  • • Great for expressive playing
✗ CONS
  • • Expensive compared to standard sizes
  • • Heavy weight for extended playing

Istanbul Agop 17" Xist Dry Dark CrashDark Crash CymbalSize: 17"Xist Dry Dark SeriesB20...

⭐ 4.7/5 (48 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 474205
$244
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Istanbul Agop 17" Xist Dark ION Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Istanbul Agop 17" Xist Dark ION Crash

by Istanbul Agop
Power Playing Metal Rock
Key Feature:
• Professional sound quality
✓ PROS
  • • Great for expressive playing
  • • Rich, complex overtones and harmonics
✗ CONS
  • • Requires strong technique to control
  • • Can mask other instruments if overused

Istanbul Agop 17" Xist Dark ION Crash, Crash Cymbal, Size: 17", Xist Dark ION series, Material: B20 bronze,...

⭐ 4.4/5 (28 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 432114
$230
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Istanbul Agop 17" Traditional Thin Crash - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Istanbul Agop 17" Traditional Thin Crash

by Istanbul Agop
Complex Music Metal Power Playing
Key Feature:
• Excellent sustain and projection
✓ PROS
  • • Great for expressive playing
  • • Rich, complex overtones and harmonics
✗ CONS
  • • Requires strong technique to control
  • • Can mask other instruments if overused

Istanbul Agop 17" Traditional Thin CrashCrash CymbalSize: 17"Traditional SeriesB20...

⭐ 4.5/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 523097
$307
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How to Choose the Best 17" Crash Cymbals

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced 17" crash cymbals typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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