Istanbul Agop 20" 30th Anniversary Flat Ride

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Istanbul Agop 20" 30th Anniversary Flat Ride

Istanbul Agop

20" 30th Anniversary Flat Ride

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 581318
Model: 20" 30th Anniversary Flat Ride
Price: $636.90

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This 30th Anniversary Flat Ride from Istanbul Agop is a beautifully crafted cymbal. The hand-hammered construction and pre-aging process result in a really warm, complex tone with a surprising crash. It’s a great choice for players seeking a vintage vibe and articulate stick definition, especially those in jazz or lighter genres.

Product Description

  • Istanbul Agop 20" 30th Anniversary Flat Ride
  • Flat Ride Cymbal
  • Size: 20"
  • 30th Anniversary model
  • Material: B-20 Bronze
  • Hand hammered
  • Soft and full complex sound with a dark fundamental tone and explosive crash sound
  • Each 30th Anniversary cymbal has a hand-moulded bell and intense and deep hammer blows
  • In addition
  • each cymbal is subjected to a special "pre-aging" to achieve the special look
  • Incl. leather bag
PROS
  • • Exceptional B-20 bronze provides complex, nuanced overtones.
  • • Hand-hammering creates a warm, responsive feel and unique character.
  • • The 'pre-aging' delivers a visually striking, vintage aesthetic.
  • • Versatile enough for jazz, fusion, and lighter rock applications.
CONS
  • • Price point positions it as a premium investment for serious players.
  • • Flat profile limits wash and sustain compared to more domed rides.
  • • Bell response is softer; might not suit aggressive, powerful playing.

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Key Features

Size 20"
Material B-20 Bronze
Finish Dark, Pre-Aged
Sound Character Warm, complex, full, explosive crash
Bell Size Approximately 8"
Weight Medium-Thin (around 2100g)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The pre-aging process mellows the initial brightness, creating a darker, more broken-in tone with a smoother feel and slightly reduced sustain.
The bell is intentionally soft and focused; it's best suited for controlled, musical accents rather than loud, cutting bell tones.
While both offer dark tones, the Agop has a more pronounced complexity and nuanced overtones, leaning towards a more vintage, hand-crafted feel, whereas the Zildjian tends to be more consistent and perhaps slightly more powerful.

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