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The Istanbul Agop Traditional 18" Dark Crash Cymbal is now available with us at Graham Russell Drums.

The Istanbul Agop Traditional 18" Dark Crash Cymbal is handcrafted from premium B20 bronze and delivers a warm, expressive voice with impressive depth and musicality. As part of the acclaimed Traditional Series, it combines extensive hand hammering with a fully lathed finish to produce a rich, complex sound that feels equally at home in the studio, on stage or in the rehearsal room.

The larger 18" diameter provides greater body and projection than smaller crashes, producing a full, dark attack followed by a smooth, controlled wash with beautifully balanced sustain. Its thin profile allows the cymbal to open up effortlessly across a wide dynamic range, while the darker voicing keeps harsh overtones under control, resulting in a crash that remains warm, responsive and highly musical.

Whether you're playing jazz, blues, indie, rock, pop or contemporary worship, the Traditional 18" Dark Crash Cymbal offers exceptional versatility. It responds beautifully to lighter playing while providing enough presence and projection for more energetic performances, making it an excellent choice as a primary crash or as part of a larger cymbal setup.

Features & Specifications

• 18" 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 18" Dark Crash Cymbal from Graham Russell Drums and receive it on our next day delivery service when you order before 2pm.