Istanbul Agop 18” Sultan Crash Cymbal

Istanbul Agop Sultan 18" Crash Cymbal

The Istanbul Agop Sultan 18" Crash Cymbal delivers a dark, warm and complex crash sound with the organic character associated with traditional Turkish cymbal making. Handmade in Turkey, the Sultan Series combines lathed and unlathed sections to create a distinctive balance of warmth, dryness and rich musical overtones.

The versatile 18" diameter provides an excellent balance between quick response and a full-bodied crash sound. It opens easily under the stick, producing a rich initial attack followed by a warm, textured wash that blends naturally into the music without sounding excessively bright.

A defining feature of the Istanbul Agop Sultan Series is its distinctive combination of lathed and raw, unlathed surfaces. This construction brings together the openness of a traditionally lathed cymbal with the darker, drier characteristics of an unlathed surface, giving the Sultan Crash its unmistakable tonal personality.

Responsive across a wide range of dynamics, the 18" Sultan Crash can handle everything from subtle accents to stronger crash patterns. Its combination of warmth, complexity and control makes it particularly well suited to jazz, fusion, funk, acoustic, alternative and studio applications.

Key Features

• 18" crash cymbal

• Part of the Istanbul Agop Sultan Series

• Dark, warm and complex tonal character

• Distinctive lathed and unlathed surface

• Responsive, full-bodied crash sound

• Rich and textured wash

• Excellent dynamic sensitivity

• Organic, expressive feel

• Traditional hand-hammered construction

• Versatile 18" diameter

• Suitable for live and studio applications

• Handmade in Turkey

Why Choose the Istanbul Agop Sultan 18" Crash?

The Istanbul Agop Sultan 18" Crash is an excellent choice for drummers looking for a versatile crash with warmth, texture and plenty of individual character. Its 18" size provides enough body to work as a main crash while retaining the quick response needed for accents and more detailed playing.

The combination of lathed and unlathed surfaces gives the Sultan Series a distinctive balance of openness and dryness, making this a great option for players who prefer a darker, more nuanced sound than a conventional bright crash.

As a traditionally handmade cymbal, individual Istanbul Agop cymbals can vary slightly in weight, appearance and tonal character. Want to hear this exact cymbal before ordering? Contact the Into Music team and we'll be happy to provide a sound file where available.