Xist: A Modern Take on Traditional Craftsmanship
Istanbul Agop’s Xist series of cymbals blends today’s most innovative production techniques with the company’s esteemed old-world craftsmanship, producing an intriguing bronze palette for today's timekeepers. The unique construction and deluxe B20 bronze alloy formula are designed to support classic, innovative, and modern musical directions, providing players with a professional-grade bronze collection that is sure to make a statement. The Xist Bell is a unique cymbal effect designed for bright, ultra-clear patterning, providing more control over sustain and overtones than standard ride cymbals can. Like all Xist cymbals, its markedly modern design infuses versatile sonic potential and a flawless aesthetic into your practice, studio, or stage kit.
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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 Xist Bell Features:
- Modern production techniques meet traditional craft in a cymbal that upholds Istanbul Agop's timeless standard of excellence
- B20 bronze alloy construction sets the professional-grade standard for live and studio use
- A bright, clear, and controlled cymbal bell effect for hard-cutting patterns
- Developed for effortless integration into the bronze ranks of classic, innovative, and modern drummers of any genre
- Contemporary design showcases an aesthetic sheen
- Meticulously crafted by hand in Istanbul, Turkey