The Pinnacle of Jazz Cymbal Craftsmanship
A unique cymbal collection dedicated to realizing Agop Tomurcuk's final sonic vision, the Signature series from Istanbul Agop, created specifically for jazz percussionists, showcases the late founder’s steadfast dedication to elevated design and superior playability. Istanbul Agop’s premium B20 bronze alloy lays the groundwork for enviable command and sonic response, offering players pristine studio tracking and vivacious live performance capability. The B20 alloy foundation gives the Signature Ride a dry definition, supported by warm and musically complex overtones. In fact, every feature of this Signature Ride comes posthumously adapted from Agop’s personal notebooks, which documented a storied career developing bronze effects for the most revered jazz talents across the globe. Complete with Istanbul Agop’s traditional finishing and the instantly identifiable green stamp, the Signature Ride is the accumulation of a master craftsman's lifelong musical journey and a worthy addition to your jazz set.
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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 Signature Ride Features:
- A Signature series masterpiece showcasing founder Agop Tomurcuk's final cymbal design
- Dry definition with a warm, overtone-rich wash and a mellow crash effect
- B20 bronze alloy construction sets the professional-grade standard for live and studio use
- Adapted from Agop's personal notes following a lifetime of cymbal design for major jazz artists
- Traditionally finished and green-stamped with Agop's signature for a classic, identifiable look
- Meticulously crafted by hand in Istanbul, Turkey