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Istanbul Agop 14" Traditional Jazz Hi-Hat

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Istanbul Agop 14" Traditional Jazz Hi-Hat

Istanbul Agop

14" Traditional Jazz Hi-Hat

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 513500
Brand: Istanbul Agop
Model: 14" Traditional Jazz Hi-Hat
Category: 14" Hi-Hat Cymbals
Price: $467.50

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These Istanbul Agop Traditional Jazz hi-hats are beautifully made and offer a sophisticated, vintage-inspired sound. They're perfect for jazz, blues, and soul players wanting a warm, musical chick and a full, dark wash. If you value a hand-crafted feel and a classic tone, these are a serious contender.

Product Description

  • Istanbul Agop 14" Traditional Jazz Hi-Hat
  • Hi-Hat Cymbal
  • Size: 14"
  • Traditional Jazz version
  • B20 bronze
  • Hand-hammered
  • Traditional finish
  • Clear
  • focused chick and sticking sound with a musical dark wash and moderate volume
PROS
  • • B20 bronze delivers a warm, complex, and musical tone.
  • • Hand-hammering creates nuanced sonic character and responsiveness.
  • • Traditional finish enhances stick definition and vintage aesthetics.
  • • Focused chick provides a crisp, controlled low-end response.
CONS
  • • The 'traditional' finish can be more prone to marking and patina.
  • • Might be too dark for drummers seeking a bright, cutting hi-hat sound.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many.

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Key Features

Size 14 in
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Traditional
Sound Character Clear, focused, dark wash
Top/Bottom Weight Moderate (Top: ~950g, Bottom: ~1000g)
Weight 1950g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Agops offer a slightly darker, more complex tone with more pronounced stick definition, while the Zildjians tend to be a bit more open and splashy.
Yes, the finish will darken and patina with use, subtly altering the sound over time—typically adding warmth and complexity.
While they handle dynamics well, they’re primarily designed for nuanced playing; a more robust, heavier hi-hat might be better suited for very loud, aggressive styles.

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