The Istanbul Agop Turk Jazz Ride Cymbal 21″ is designed for drummers who want a darker, softer and more expressive ride sound. With its thinner weight and wider bell shape, this cymbal produces a lower-pitched tone with a controlled wash that sits beautifully in jazz, fusion and dynamic acoustic settings.
Part of the Custom Turk / Turk Jazz Series, this ride features comprehensive hammering without lathing, giving it a raw appearance and a dry, dark and complex sound. The unlathed surface helps keep the cymbal focused and controlled, while the 21″ size adds extra depth, spread and musical warmth.
Perfect as a main ride for players who value nuance and character, the Turk Jazz Ride offers a refined balance of stick clarity, dark overtones and controlled sustain. Whether used in the studio or on stage, it brings authentic Istanbul Agop craftsmanship and a sophisticated vintage-inspired voice to any cymbal setup.
Specifications:
- Brand: Istanbul Agop
- Series: Custom Turk / Turk Jazz
- Model: Turk Jazz Ride
- Type: Ride cymbal
- Size: 21″
- Finish: Raw unlathed Turk finish
- Construction: Comprehensive hammering without lathing
- Weight: Thin / thinner weight design
- Bell: Wider bell shape
- Sound: Dark, low, soft and complex
- Wash: Controlled
- Stick Response: Dry, defined and expressive
- Character: Raw, earthy and musical
- Best For: Jazz, fusion, studio, acoustic and expressive playing
- Made in: Turkey
