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The Istanbul Agop Traditional 17" Dark Crash Cymbal is now available with us at Graham Russell Drums.

The Istanbul Agop Traditional 17" Dark Crash Cymbal is handcrafted from premium B20 bronze and offers a beautifully balanced combination of warmth, speed and musical complexity. Part of the renowned Traditional Series, it blends traditional Turkish cymbal making techniques with extensive hand hammering and a fully lathed finish to produce a dark, expressive crash suited to a wide variety of musical styles.

The 17" diameter provides a little more body and projection than a 16" crash while retaining a fast, responsive feel. Its thin profile allows the cymbal to open up effortlessly, producing a rich, punchy attack followed by a smooth, controlled wash with beautifully balanced sustain. The darker tonal character keeps brighter overtones under control, resulting in a crash that feels full and musical without becoming harsh or overpowering.

Whether you're playing jazz, blues, indie, rock, pop or contemporary worship, the Traditional 17" Dark Crash Cymbal offers exceptional versatility. Its combination of quick response, warm tonality and expressive dynamics makes it equally effective as a primary crash or as part of a larger cymbal setup.

Features & Specifications

• 17" Dark Crash Cymbal
• Handcrafted in Istanbul, Turkey
• Premium B20 bronze alloy
• Traditional fully lathed finish
• Extensively hand hammered
• Thin weight for fast, expressive response
• Dark, warm tonal character
• Smooth, controlled wash with balanced sustain
• Suitable for jazz, blues, pop, rock, worship and studio performance

Buy the Istanbul Agop Traditional 17" Dark Crash Cymbal from Graham Russell Drums and receive it on our next day delivery service when you order before 2pm.