Istanbul Agop 22" 30th Anniversary Ride
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Istanbul Agop
22" 30th Anniversary Ride
Product Info
Article Number:
569438
Brand:
Istanbul Agop
Model:
22" 30th Anniversary Ride
Category:
22" Ride Cymbals
Price:
$768.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This 30th Anniversary Ride from Istanbul Agop is a serious contender if you're after a warm, complex wash and a defined stick sound. It's perfect for jazz, orchestral, and even softer rock styles where you want a sophisticated, vintage-inspired tone – just be aware it's not a bright, cutting ride.
Product Description
- Istanbul Agop 22" 30th Anniversary Ride
- Ride Cymbal
- Size: 22"
- 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 tonal complexity; dark, shimmering wash with clear stick definition.
- • Hand-hammering creates a beautifully nuanced, responsive feel and sound.
- • The 'pre-aging' process imparts a visually appealing, vintage aesthetic.
- • Includes a protective leather bag – a thoughtful, practical addition.
CONS
- • The dark, full sound isn't ideal for brighter, more cutting musical styles.
- • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for many drummers.
- • Its large size (22") might be unwieldy for smaller kits or players.
Product Video
Key Features
Size
22"
Material
B20 Bronze
Finish
Hand-hammered, Pre-Aged
Sound Character
Dark, full, complex, shimmering wash
Bell Size
Medium-Large
Weight
Approximately 2700g (5.95 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The process primarily impacts the visual appearance, creating a patina; it shouldn’t significantly shorten the cymbal’s lifespan if cared for properly.
The Istanbul Agop offers a much darker, warmer tone and more complex overtones compared to the brighter, more focused Zildjian A Custom.
While the general hammering style is consistent, each cymbal is hand-hammered, resulting in subtle variations in the pattern and tonal characteristics – no two are exactly alike.
