17″ Istanbul Agop Xist Ion Dark Crash

Istanbul Agop Xist Ion Dark Crash 17″ – Dark Character, Fast Response

The Xist Ion Dark is the darker, drier voice within the Xist Ion Series. This 17" crash delivers a darker attack and a quicker decay, giving you a focused, expressive sound that settles straight into the mix. The result is a remarkably versatile cymbal that feels at home in almost any style.

Where Tradition Meets Modern Craft

Istanbul Agop carries the Turkish cymbal-making tradition forward, and that heritage lives in every Xist Ion Dark. By combining classic craftsmanship with modern production techniques, Istanbul Agop offers professional quality at a price accessible to drummers at any level. This is a cymbal built to be played, not preserved.

Darker, Drier, Faster

Compared to the brighter cymbals in the Xist family, the Ion Dark has a lower fundamental tone and a shorter decay. The attack is dark and assertive, and the sound clears quickly — exactly what you want when you need clear accents without lingering ring. That makes the 17" just as useful in a tight studio setting as in an expressive live set.

Remarkably Versatile

It is the versatility that makes the Xist Ion Dark Crash 17" special. It responds sensitively to soft strokes and opens up with a full, controlled sound when you dig in. From jazz and fusion to pop and rock, it adapts to your playing — a crash you reach for again and again.

Specifications

• Model: Istanbul Agop Xist Ion Dark Crash 17″
• Diameter: 17 inches
• Finish: Traditionally lathed
• Material: B20 bronze (traditional Turkish alloy)
• Character: Dark attack, fast decay, dry sustain
• Item number: IAXDIC17
• Manufacturer's item number: XDIC17
• Manufacturer: Istanbul Agop