Experience rich, warm, and full-bodied musical tones with the Istanbul Agop Traditional 18" Suspended Crash Cymbal, now available at Sky Music Australia. Handmade in Turkey using centuries-old craftsmanship, this cymbal offers a smooth attack, long sustain, and a beautifully musical spread that makes it perfect for studio and live performance alike.

Part of Istanbul Agop’s acclaimed Traditional Series, this 18" suspended crash delivers the classic dark yet shimmering Turkish sound. Its responsive stick definition and versatile tonal character make it ideal for jazz, rock, fusion, and contemporary drumming styles, providing drummers with expressive control and professional-quality projection.

Whether adding dynamic accents to your kit or layering tonal textures in recordings, the Traditional 18" Suspended Crash Cymbal combines timeless craftsmanship with modern playability, ensuring every hit resonates with clarity, warmth, and character.

Features

• Rich, warm, full-bodied musical spread with smooth attack and long sustain
• 18" suspended crash cymbal, ideal for versatile drumming applications
• Handmade in Turkey with traditional B20 bronze alloy craftsmanship
• Traditional finish offers classic dark and shimmering tonal character
• Responsive stick definition for expressive and dynamic playing
• Perfect for jazz, rock, fusion, and studio or live performance use
• Lightweight design (~1.1 kg) for effortless control and articulation

Specs

• Brand: Istanbul Agop
• Series: Traditional
• Type: Suspended Crash Cymbal
• Diameter: 18"
• Material: B20 Bronze Alloy (80% copper / 20% tin)
• Finish: Traditional Hand-Hammered
• Weight: Approx. 1.1 kg
• Crafted: Handmade in Turkey