Istanbul Agop 22" 30th Anniversary Med. Ride

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Istanbul Agop 22" 30th Anniversary Med. Ride

Istanbul Agop

22" 30th Anniversary Med. Ride

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 581309
Model: 22" 30th Anniversary Med. Ride
Price: $823.90

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This 30th Anniversary ride is a real statement piece. It's got that classic Istanbul Agop warmth and complexity, but with added weight and projection for modern playing. Ideal for players in jazz, funk, or anyone wanting a sophisticated, dark ride with a vintage vibe.

Product Description

  • Istanbul Agop 22" 30th Anniversary Med. Ride
  • Medium Ride Cymbal
  • Size: 22"
  • 30th Anniversary Model
  • Material: B20 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
  • • B20 bronze delivers a warm, complex wash with surprising articulation.
  • • Hand-hammering creates nuanced overtones and a responsive feel.
  • • The 'pre-aging' imparts a unique, vintage aesthetic and mellows the tone.
  • • Increased weight provides excellent projection and cut across a busy kit.
CONS
  • • The darker tone might not suit players seeking a bright, shimmering ride.
  • • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for many drummers.
  • • The heavier weight can be fatiguing for players with a lighter touch.

Product Video

Key Features

Size 22"
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Hand-Hammered, Pre-Aged
Sound Character Dark, Full, Complex, Articulate
Bell Size Medium
Weight Heavy

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 30th Anniversary ride is noticeably darker and more complex than the brighter, more modern Xist series; it's more vintage-inspired.
It's both—the visual aging is obvious, but it also subtly mellows the higher frequencies, contributing to the darker, warmer tone.
While there’s inherent variation with hand-hammering, Istanbul Agop maintains tight quality control; expect subtle differences but a consistent character within the model’s design.

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