Istanbul Agop

Istanbul Agop is a Turkish cymbal brand known for handmade cymbals and traditional Turkish cymbal-making techniques. Its range includes crashes, rides, hi-hats and effects cymbals, alongside cymbal sets and carrying cases.

Its established series include Traditional, Turk, Sultan and Xist. These offer different approaches to cymbal finishing and sound: Turk models are known for their unlathed surfaces, while Sultan cymbals combine lathed and unlathed areas. The catalogue also includes artist signature instruments such as the Mel Lewis models and Lenny White Epoch cymbals.

Across MyGear’s partner retailers, Istanbul Agop products range from £70 to £1,327, covering smaller individual cymbals, larger specialist models and complete sets. This places the catalogue across a broad price span, from comparatively accessible purchases to premium cymbals, rather than within a single budget tier. MyGear currently lists 338 in-stock products across its cymbals and cases and bags categories.