Istanbul Agop 20" 30th Anniversary Med. Ride

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Istanbul Agop 20" 30th Anniversary Med. Ride

Istanbul Agop

20" 30th Anniversary Med. Ride

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 581298
Model: 20" 30th Anniversary Med. Ride
Price: $625.90

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This 30th Anniversary ride is a real beauty – it's got that classic Istanbul Agop warmth and complexity, but with a refined, slightly aged character. It's perfect for players seeking a dark, musical ride that cuts through without being overly splashy, especially suited for jazz, fusion, and vintage-inspired styles.

Product Description

  • Istanbul Agop 20" 30th Anniversary Med. Ride
  • Medium Ride Cymbal
  • Size: 20"
  • 30th Anniversary model
  • Material: B-20 Bronze
  • Hand hammered
  • Full
  • complex sound with a dark fundamental tone and beautifully defined sticking
  • With additional weight for more precise playing and greater projection
  • 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
  • • The hand-hammering creates complex overtones, adding depth to the wash.
  • • B-20 bronze alloy delivers a warm, dark fundamental tone that cuts through a mix.
  • • The 'pre-aging' process gives it a unique, vintage aesthetic and mellows the initial brightness.
  • • Increased weight provides excellent projection and a satisfying stick definition.
CONS
  • • Its darker tone might not be ideal for very bright, modern music styles.
  • • The weight makes it less comfortable for extended playing, especially for smaller drummers.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many drummers.

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Key Features

Size 20"
Material B-20 Bronze
Finish Hand Hammered, Pre-Aged
Sound Character Dark, Full, Complex, Warm
Bell Size Medium
Weight Medium-Heavy

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Frequently Asked Questions

The pre-aging process mellows the initial high frequencies, resulting in a more rounded and vintage-like tone, reducing some of the initial brightness.
While it's versatile, its darker tone is better suited for styles that don’t demand a bright, cutting shimmer; it will work, but it won't be the first choice.
The hand-hammering creates a complex pattern of vibrations, resulting in a more nuanced and layered sound with richer overtones compared to machine-latted cymbals.

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