Celebrating 30 Years with Timeless Turkish Tone
Commemorating the Istanbul Agop brand’s third decade of cymbal making, the 30th Anniversary series captures the cherished sound and inimitable expression of ancient Turkish cymbal craftsmanship. Like all 30th Anniversary cymbals, these hi-hats feature top-tier B20 bronze construction for a professional-grade sonic foundation with premier response. The 30th Anniversary Hi-hats' distinct thin weight yields a trashy wash tone that’s easy to control, backed by a speedy decay for precise accenting. In addition to being perfect for jazz, they thrive in a multitude of musical settings. Further honoring the 30th Anniversary protocol, these hi-hats feature entirely hand-shaped bells and undergo Istanbul Agop’s deep, comprehensive hand-hammering process, from the bow to the edge. Refined to the company’s beautiful and proprietary pre-aged traditional finish, the Istanbul Agop 30th Anniversary series brings top-of-the-line cymbal making, a timelessly treasured tone, and an inspiring look and feel to the bronze ranks of every drummer.
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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 30th Anniversary Hi-hats Features:
- A traditionally forged celebration of 30 years of cymbal making under the Istanbul Agop moniker
- Thin construction produces a trashy yet controllable wash with speedy decay to complement
- Foundational B20 bronze alloy establishes a professional presence for stage and studio play
- Exacting hand-hammering process and hand-shaped bells instill an impressive depth of sonic character
- Treated to a pre-aged traditional finish for a gorgeous look to suit drum sets of any style
- Meticulously crafted by hand in Istanbul, Turkey