{"product_id":"istanbul-agop-custom-sultan-splash-12-222672","title":"12\" SULTAN SPLASH","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Context and Positioning in the Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Sultan series by Istanbul Agop is distinguished by an aesthetic and sound response linked to the combined work on surfaces: raw areas coexist with polished parts, shaping a cymbal that is both bright and nuanced. Within the range, the Sultan Splash 8\" stands as a color piece with a strong identity, designed to enrich a set with quick, musical accents while maintaining the artisanal spirit dear to the brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho This Drum\/Instrument Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis splash is aimed at \u003cstrong\u003eintermediate to expert drummers\u003c\/strong\u003e seeking an accent cymbal with a refined and expressive behavior, beyond just a \"small bright splash.\" It is particularly suitable for contexts where presence without aggressiveness is desired: pop, funk, modern jazz, fusion, indie, cinematic music, and studio sessions. In rock, it becomes an excellent punctuation tool for clean breaks and quick transitions, especially if you prefer cymbals with a worked timbre rather than a very sharp one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures and Innovations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 8\", the Sultan Splash focuses on \u003cstrong\u003eimmediacy\u003c\/strong\u003e : quick response, relatively short decay, and a \"nervous\" feel under the stick. The strength of the Sultan series remains the interaction between finishes: polished areas promote brightness and clarity, while the raw parts contribute to a more textured sound and natural harmonic control. The result is a cymbal that speaks quickly, with a clear sonic contour and a personality capable of evolving according to your touch, striking height, and choice of sticks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSound Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Sultan Splash 8\" offers \u003cstrong\u003econtrolled brilliance\u003c\/strong\u003e : the attack is crisp, the core sound remains clean, and the cymbal retains a certain elegance in the high frequencies. Whereas many small splashes rely solely on a very high-pitched brightness, this one stands out with a more \"expressive,\" almost singing character that adds musicality to very short accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe mix of raw and polished finishes provides an interesting \u003cstrong\u003etexture\u003c\/strong\u003e : you get both definition (useful live to stand out in the mix) and a more organic side that avoids an overly \"metallic\" feel. Played softly, it becomes subtle and controlled, ideal for ghost accents and breathing within a groove. Played louder, it can surprise with its bite and nervous character without tipping into tiring aggressiveness, making it a very effective cymbal to energize a set without weighing it down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eIstanbul Agop\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eSultan\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eSplash\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e8\u0026quot;\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMixed finishes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eraw and polished areas (signature of the Sultan series)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound character\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ebright, lively, expressive\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003equick accents, punctuations, color in playing\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBehavior\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eimmediate response, controlled sound, good mix clarity\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturing spirit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eartisanal tradition and modern musical approach unique to Istanbul Agop\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Istanbul Agop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54360724078867,"sku":"222672","price":219.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/d7e380846e544274e9d8205235aa20f567ec17f4_ISTANBUL_2622056I08015.jpg?v=1787394999","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/istanbul-agop-12-sultan-splash-222672","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}