Istanbul Agop 19" Xist Crash Brilliant
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Istanbul Agop
19" Xist Crash Brilliant
Product Info
Article Number:
265120
Brand:
Istanbul Agop
Model:
19" Xist Crash Brilliant
Category:
19" Crash Cymbals
Price:
$300.30
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Istanbul Agop Xist 19in Brilliant crash is a beautifully crafted cymbal offering a really unique, nuanced sound. It's perfect for drummers needing a quick, articulate crash that won’t overpower other instruments—think jazz, fusion, or even quieter rock passages. It’s a really refined sound, not a bombastic one.
Product Description
- Istanbul Agop 19" Xist Crash Brilliant
- Crash
- Size: 19"
- Agop xist series
- Brilliant finish
- Material: B20 Bronze (80% copper
- 20% tin)
- Impresses by the clear
- fine-textured
- paper-rustling fast attack and a clean medium sustain
PROS
- • B20 bronze delivers a complex, shimmering, and responsive wash.
- • Fast attack and paper-like texture create a uniquely articulate crash.
- • Brilliant finish enhances projection and visual appeal, stage-ready.
- • Medium sustain avoids washy, lingering tones; cuts through the mix well.
CONS
- • Brilliant finish is prone to finger marks and requires diligent cleaning.
- • Sound profile might be too subtle for heavier, more aggressive genres.
- • Price point places it in a premium-priced category for a 19in crash.
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Key Features
Size
19in
Material
B20 Bronze (80% copper, 20% tin)
Finish
Brilliant
Sound Character
Clear, fast attack, paper-rustling texture, medium sustain
Weight
Approximately 1300g (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Xist has a quicker attack and slightly more complex overtones than the A Custom, which tends to be a bit more focused and dry.
Yes, it adds a unique character, but it’s subtle – it won’t be a dominant feature, just a refined nuance.
While it cuts through well, its medium sustain means it's better suited for balanced mixes; heavier rock might need a larger, louder crash.
