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The Istanbul Agop Traditional 22" Jazz Ride Cymbal is now available with us at Graham Russell Drums.

The Istanbul Agop Traditional 22" Jazz Ride Cymbal is handcrafted from premium B20 bronze and offers a rich, warm and beautifully expressive voice that reflects the heritage of traditional Turkish cymbal making. Extensively hand hammered and finished with a fully lathed surface, it delivers exceptional tonal complexity and dynamic sensitivity, making it a superb choice for drummers who value musicality above all else.

The larger 22" diameter produces a deeper fundamental pitch and a broader, more enveloping wash than smaller ride cymbals, while maintaining excellent stick definition across the playing surface. Its dark, woody ping sits comfortably within a warm bed of complex overtones, allowing intricate ride patterns to remain clear without losing the cymbal's natural character. When played with greater intensity, it opens into a smooth, expressive crash, making it equally effective as a crash-ride.

Although developed primarily for jazz, the Traditional 22" Jazz Ride Cymbal is equally suited to blues, acoustic, folk and contemporary music where warmth, control and tonal nuance are essential. Its combination of rich wash, articulate stick response and handcrafted character makes it an inspiring ride for both live performance and studio recording.

Features & Specifications

• 22" Jazz Ride Cymbal
• Handcrafted in Istanbul, Turkey
• Premium B20 bronze alloy
• Traditional fully lathed finish
• Extensively hand hammered
• Warm, dark and expressive tonal character
• Clear woody stick definition with a broad, musical wash
• Excellent crash-ride capability
• Ideal for jazz, blues, acoustic, folk and studio performance

Buy the Istanbul Agop Traditional 22" Jazz Ride Cymbal from Graham Russell Drums and receive it on our next day delivery service when you order before 2pm.