Istanbul Agop Traditional cymbals are all handmade in Turkey for a classic sound suited for just about any style of music. *Some models subject to shipment directly from Istanbul, subject to availability*
Operating in its current incarnation since 2004 after creating a headquarters in the United States, Istanbul Agop is one of the cymbal industry's leaders in crafting traditional Turksih cymbals. The company was founded by and named after Agop Tomurcuk, who spent decades in Turkey's sole cymbal foundry learning the craft before creating his own company.
The Traditional series features individual hand-hammering, differing weights for each cymbal and a secret alloy. This produces cymbals unique from one another, even two cymbals of the same size and model. This series is warm, responsive and dark.
The Light Hi-Hat is features a sedate character suitable for quiet applications.
This price reflects the pair of hi-hats.
Years of production: ca. 1997-present
Notable players: Mel Lewis, Cindy Blackman, Dave Turncrantz
