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The Istanbul Agop Turk 21” Jazz Ride Cymbal is now available with us at Graham Russell Drums.

Handcrafted in Istanbul from traditional B20 bronze alloy, this ride cymbal is part of the Turk series, defined by its completely unlathed surface and raw, natural finish. Extensive hand hammering shapes a highly controlled and complex tonal profile, while the absence of lathing preserves the cymbal’s organic character and darker fundamental. The 21" diameter combined with a thinner weight and wider bell profile results in a lower-pitched, softer response with a balanced feel across the bow and bell.

This ride cymbal delivers a dry, dark and highly controlled sound with a soft, defined stick response sitting over a restrained wash. The unlathed surface reduces overtones and sustain, producing a focused, articulate voice that remains consistent at lower dynamics. The wash is subtle and contained, while the bell integrates smoothly into the overall tone rather than projecting aggressively. This cymbal is particularly well suited to jazz, acoustic and low-volume settings where control, definition and tonal nuance are essential.

• B20 bronze alloy construction
• Completely unlathed (Turk finish)
• Raw, natural surface with no traditional lathing
• Hand hammered in Istanbul, Turkey
• 21" diameter for increased depth and low-end presence
• Thin weight with wider bell profile for softer response
• Dry, dark tonal character with controlled wash
• Focused stick definition with minimal overtones
• Integrated bell with smooth, musical presence
• Ideal for jazz, acoustic and low-volume applications

Buy this Istanbul Agop Turk 21” Jazz Ride Cymbal from Graham Russell Drums and receive it on our next day delivery service when you order before 2 pm.