Istanbul Agop Mel Lewis 21" Ride 2165 g

Mel Lewis was known for his fiery drumming that could lead both big bands and small groups. Being the first endorser for Istanbul Agop, his chosen cymbals were brought back to the factory after his passing in 1990, with his family's blessing. The skilled cymbal-smiths at Istanbul Agop meticulously recreated each detail, paying tribute to Mel's legacy in the best way possible. Originally designed for his live performances, these tribute cymbals offer a versatile range from intimate jazz settings to nostalgic big band sounds.

Mel Lewis 21" Ride

• Provides a rich, dark wash of subtle overtones and a strong stick definition for a cutting sound.
• A versatile range of sounds produces a blend of clear ride tones and distinct crash accents, without excessive overtones.
• Boasts the inclusion of two rivets for enhanced sound quality.

• Reviews

  "The versatile Mel Lewis 21-inch ride produces a dark wash of subtle overtones along with a solid stick definition that cuts. The diversity of tones in this cymbal allows for driving ride action along with warm, trashy crash accents with minimal overtone build up. It also includes two metal rivets that add a seductive elegance when playing jazz ballads." - Mike Haid
  
  "21" Mel Lewis is a pretty dark cymbal with a lower pitch. The rivets give it a nice sizzly sustain as well. Definitely on the quieter side. Crashes very well and has a well defined stick sound. This one is on the heavier side, but is still very thin. Not too loud, very articulate and crashable. Great bell too." - HatchyMcPatchy

• Warranty

  Istanbul Agop has ONE year warranty against manufacturing flaws, starting from date of the purchase.

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