The Istanbul Agop Traditional 18" Thin Crash Cymbal is handcrafted from premium B20 bronze and delivers a beautifully balanced combination of warmth, responsiveness and musical expression. As part of the acclaimed Traditional Series, it is extensively hand hammered and finished with a traditional fully lathed surface, producing the rich, complex voice that has become synonymous with handcrafted Turkish cymbals.

The 18" diameter offers a little more depth, projection and sustain than smaller thin crashes, while retaining the quick response that makes this weight so popular. It opens effortlessly with a warm, shimmering attack before developing into a broad, smooth wash with controlled decay and beautifully balanced overtones. Its thin profile allows the cymbal to respond across a wide dynamic range, making it equally suited to delicate accents and more powerful crash work.

Whether you're playing jazz, blues, indie, rock, pop or contemporary worship, the Traditional 18" Thin Crash Cymbal is an exceptionally versatile addition to any cymbal setup. It offers the perfect balance of speed, warmth and projection, making it an excellent choice as a primary crash or alongside larger crashes for a wider range of tonal colours.

Features & Specifications

• 18" Thin Crash Cymbal
• Handcrafted in Istanbul, Turkey
• Premium B20 bronze alloy
• Traditional fully lathed finish
• Extensively hand hammered
• Thin weight for fast, effortless response
• Warm, rich and expressive tonal character
• Broad, smooth wash with controlled sustain
• Suitable for jazz, blues, pop, rock, indie, worship and studio performance

Buy the Istanbul Agop Traditional 18" Thin Crash Cymbal from Graham Russell Drums and receive it on our next day delivery service when you order before 2pm.