Istanbul Agop 20" 30th Anniversary Ride
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Istanbul Agop
20" 30th Anniversary Ride
Product Info
Article Number:
569437
Brand:
Istanbul Agop
Model:
20" 30th Anniversary Ride
Category:
20" Ride Cymbals
Price:
$647.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This 30th Anniversary Ride is a serious statement piece. It’s got a wonderfully dark, complex sound with a gorgeous, aged look—perfect for players who dig a full, expressive ride in genres like jazz, fusion, and soulful R&B. It's a premium cymbal built for a specific vibe.
Product Description
- Istanbul Agop 20" 30th Anniversary Ride
- Ride Cymbal
- Size: 20"
- 30th Anniversary Model
- Material: B20 Bronze
- Hand-hammered
- Full
- complex sound with dark fundamental pitch and beautifully defined sticking
- Each 30th Anniversary cymbal has a hand-formed bell and intense and deep hammering
- In addition
- each cymbal is subjected to a special "pre-aging" process to achieve that special look
- Includes leather bag
PROS
- • Exceptional dark fundamental tone with complex overtones.
- • Hand-hammering creates a beautifully responsive and musical wash.
- • The 'pre-aging' process delivers a visually striking, vintage aesthetic.
- • Solid bell produces a clear, cutting stick definition.
CONS
- • The full sound might be overwhelming for lighter, more delicate playing styles.
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many drummers.
- • Limited versatility – excels in darker genres, less suited for bright, crisp sounds.
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Key Features
Size
20"
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Hand-Hammered, Pre-Aged
Sound Character
Full, Dark, Complex
Bell Size
Medium
Weight
Approximately 2300g
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Frequently Asked Questions
The pre-aging creates a slightly more broken-in feel, softening the initial attack and enhancing the lower-harmonic content, offering a warmer, more vintage tone.
While there's a core hammering pattern, each cymbal is hand-hammered, resulting in subtle variations in sound and appearance, making each one unique.
The Istanbul Agop offers a deeper, more resonant low-end than the K Custom Dark, while possessing more complexity and responsiveness than the HHX Complex, making it a uniquely expressive option.
