The Sound That Started It All
Tap into definitive, foundational Istanbul Agop bronze tones with the Traditional series. These cymbals, formed by lush, ever-present B20 bronze, pay homage to the sound that started it all. This Traditional Dark Crash produces a deeper, darker tonal effect than the standard Traditional Crash. Its quick attack, punchy presence, and tamed treble overtones combine to supply your kit with marvelously moody timbre, perfect for a variety of occasions. All Traditional series cymbals feature topside and underside lathing, enriching the musical timbre and warm overtones for an extremely desirable sonic palette that translates beautifully across all genres and playing styles. Complete with a fitting traditional finish from the bell to the edge, the Istanbul Agop Traditional series delivers the quintessential bronze tone to every player.
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Istanbul Agop: a legacy forged in bronze
Originating with the late Agop Tomurcuk’s founding of Istanbul Cymbals in 1980, the Istanbul Agop brand was established shortly after his passing in 1997 by his two sons, Sarkis and Arman. Following a legacy of exclusive jazz cymbal craftsmanship, their 1998 Alchemy series saw the company’s first divergence into new and innovative territories of cymbal making — and they haven’t looked back since. Today, the brand offers hundreds of unique, professional-grade bronze cymbals for myriad soundscapes, constantly forging new ground without abandoning their traditions. Istanbul Agop cymbals are regularly trusted by countless pros across musical genres, from Ronnie Vannucci Jr. (The Killers), Justin Brown (Thundercat), and Brooks Wackerman (Avenged Sevenfold) to Max Bassin (Geese), Angie Boylan (Sleater Kinney), and Alex Sowinski (BADBADNOTGOOD). Now, Sweetwater is eager to help drummers everywhere reap the benefits of the renowned Istanbul Agop name.
Istanbul Agop Traditional Dark Crash Features:
- The trademark Istanbul Agop bronze cymbal sound that defined the brand
- Powerful and dark tonal presence with subdued overtones results in a momentously moody crash personality
- Topside and underside lathing increases tonal warmth, musicality, and overtone presence
- B20 bronze alloy construction sets the professional-grade standard for live and studio use
- Traditional finishing looks incredibly sharp in any musical setting
- Meticulously crafted by hand in Istanbul, Turkey