{"product_id":"istanbul-agop-custom-turk-flat-ride-22-222701","title":"22\" TURK FLAT RIDE","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Context and Positioning in the Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith the \u003cstrong\u003eTURK\u003c\/strong\u003e series, Istanbul Agop highlights a darker and more \"raw\" sonic aesthetic, sought after for its personality and control. This \u003cstrong\u003e12-inch TURK gong\u003c\/strong\u003e fits within this approach: a compact format designed as a highly expressive accessory piece, capable of adding an instantly recognizable signature to a drum kit, percussion setup, or sound design. Within the range, it is positioned as a color instrument, both a \u003cstrong\u003ecollector's piece\u003c\/strong\u003e and a musical tool for those who work with nuance and intention.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho This Gong Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e12-inch gong\u003c\/strong\u003e is aimed at musicians who want to enrich their palette without adding bulk to their setup: drummers seeking a dark accent, percussionists focused on textures, composers, and ambiance creators. Its \u003cstrong\u003econtrolled\u003c\/strong\u003e character makes it accessible even for beginners for simple punctuations, while offering intermediate and advanced players an ideal playground for fine dynamics, controlled crescendos, and timbre effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn terms of styles, it excels in \u003cstrong\u003eacoustic\u003c\/strong\u003e contexts (folk, modern jazz, world music), \u003cstrong\u003eexperimental\u003c\/strong\u003e (improvisation, electro-acoustic), and \u003cstrong\u003ecinematic\u003c\/strong\u003e (ambiences, impacts, transitions). Where a crash or china cymbal might take up a lot of space, this small gong provides a dense and textured presence, with a more organic and narrative feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures and Innovations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a \"musical accessory object,\" the Istanbul Agop TURK gong focuses on efficiency: a clear attack, a dark body, and a response that remains \u003cstrong\u003edisciplined\u003c\/strong\u003e over time. This \u003cstrong\u003e12-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e format is particularly interesting for compact setups, multi-percussion configurations, or rigs where a marked color is desired without multiplying bulky elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eincluded suspension stand\u003c\/strong\u003e facilitates integration: you can place it within stick or mallet reach, orient it to favor attack or resonance, and adjust it to the ideal playing height. In the studio or on stage, this type of mounting helps maintain consistent behavior, with less interference and more regular vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSound Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \"TURK\" signature evokes a \u003cstrong\u003edark and warm\u003c\/strong\u003e aesthetic, with a sense of materiality and depth. On this \u003cstrong\u003e12-inch gong\u003c\/strong\u003e, the compact format concentrates energy: the impact is clear, the texture is present, and the note remains shorter and more \u003cstrong\u003econtrolled\u003c\/strong\u003e than a large-diameter gong. The result: an intense accent, easy to place rhythmically, that colors without masking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDepending on your playing style, this gong can range from a simple punctuation stroke to a true cinematic transition. A light strike delivers a subtle, granular grip, while a stronger hit reveals a more dramatic density, ideal for emphasizing a break, launching a chorus, or creating a tension build-up. With a softer mallet, the sound becomes rounder and more enveloping; with a stick, the attack sharpens and the texture stands out more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn an acoustic set, it naturally pairs with dark cymbals and organic percussion. In an experimental context, it becomes a \u003cstrong\u003esound design\u003c\/strong\u003e tool: layers of textures, narrative impacts, rare colors. It is precisely this combination of \u003cstrong\u003emystery\u003c\/strong\u003e, warmth, and control that makes this small gong an instrument with a strong personality.\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\"\u003eTURK\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\"\u003egong\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\"\u003e12 inches\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\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003edark\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResponse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003econtrolled\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntensity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003emarked\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003esubtle and textured rhythmic grip, enrichment of acoustic, experimental, or cinematic setups\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\u003eSuspension stand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eincluded\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":54357270331667,"sku":"222701","price":609.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/a3db74e08f319c1d295e66d975c81e6ebb79d304_ISTANBUL_2622054I07014.jpg?v=1787314956","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/istanbul-agop-22-turk-flat-ride-222701","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}