Istanbul Agop 22" Traditional Original Ride

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Istanbul Agop 22" Traditional Original Ride

Istanbul Agop

22" Traditional Original Ride

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 523110
Model: 22" Traditional Original Ride
Price: $544.50

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This Traditional Original Ride from Istanbul Agop is a real beauty – incredibly responsive and full of character. It's perfect for players seeking a vintage-inspired, warm ride with a shimmering wash, especially suited for jazz, fusion, and quieter rock styles. It’s a premium-priced option that delivers a truly unique sonic experience.

Product Description

  • Istanbul Agop 22" Traditional Original Ride
  • Ride Cymbals
  • Traditional Original Series
  • Size: 22"
  • Thinnest representative of the Traditional series
  • Soft
  • dynamic and harmonic sound
PROS
  • • Thin B20 bronze construction yields a remarkably responsive and nuanced wash.
  • • Traditional hammering creates complex overtones and a shimmering, organic character.
  • • The bell produces a warm, full tone with excellent projection for a ride its size.
  • • Its lighter weight makes it comfortable for extended playing and quieter dynamic control.
CONS
  • • Thinness makes it less durable and susceptible to cracking with rough handling.
  • • The complex overtones might not suit all genres, particularly very clean or modern styles.
  • • Its sound profile is quite specific, limiting versatility across diverse musical contexts.

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Key Features

Size 22"
Material B20 Bronze
Finish Traditional Hand Hammered
Sound Character Soft, dynamic, harmonic, shimmering wash
Bell Size 5.75"
Weight Thin

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Frequently Asked Questions

It has a more complex, organic shimmer than many thinner rides; the hammering gives it a unique voice absent in many mass-produced models.
While it can handle some heavier playing, its thinness and delicate nature mean it's best suited for gentler styles; aggressive playing risks damage.
Each cymbal is hand-hammered, meaning slight variations are inherent, but Istanbul Agop maintains strict quality standards to ensure consistent tonal character within the series.

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