{"product_id":"28-wind-gong-61-5-73-2-hz-b1-7-d2-2","title":"28\" Wind Gong 61.5\/73.2 hz B1-7\/D2+2 Short Sustain","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECS OF THIS GONG\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFundamental low tone sings around 61.6\/73.2 hz or the note B1-7\/D2+2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActual Measurement: 27.75\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Bronze \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery gong is unique, so when you place your order, you will be sent this exact gong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to learn more? Explore your Ultimate Gong Shopping Guide Here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Shape of a Gong Influences the Sound\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFLAT EDGED GONGS\u003c\/b\u003e = Free, Airy, Shimmering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as \u003cb\u003eWind Gongs or Feng\u003c\/b\u003e, these gongs have no rim, which allows the entire surface to vibrate freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWhen played gently, they produce soft, shimmering tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWhen played boldly, they release a powerful, chaotic energy — like the wind itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTheir sound feels expansive, liberating, and open — hence the name \u003ci\u003eWind Gong\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRIMMED GONGS (Bent Edge)\u003c\/b\u003e = Focused, Centered, Grounded\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as \u003cb\u003eChau Gongs \/ Tam Tam or Heng\u003c\/b\u003e, these gongs have rims ranging from 1\/2” to 4”.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eRimmed gongs are designed to contain and shape the sound, enhancing lower frequencies and creating a more centred, meditative tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe bent edge focuses and stabilizes vibrations, emphasizing deeper tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe result is a grounding, powerful, and introspective sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Material Changes the Timbre \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE METAL USED IN YOUR GONG AFFECTS IT'S TONE AND RESPONSIVENESS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBronze: A softer metal that produces a warm, rich, full-bodied tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNickel Silver: Harder than bronze, with a slightly tighter sound, frequently showcasing the higher tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eStainless Steel: The hardest of the three — resulting in a crisp, bright tone with fast response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👉\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ci\u003eThere’s no “best” material — only what sounds best to you. Trust your ears.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eGong Size Makes a Big Impact\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSMALLER GONGS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFewer frequencies = more limited range of tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSmaller surface area so they ring for a shorter amount of time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSmall gongs tend to have a higher sound than larger gongs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👉\u003c\/span\u003e The exception is the 15” \u0026amp; 19” Stainless Steel and Titanium Grotta Sonora Gongs. These hand made Italian gongs have a wider range of frequencies and sing longer than the 15” \u0026amp; 19” Chinese Bronze gongs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLARGER GONGS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMore frequencies = more dynamic, layered range of tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eLarger surface area allowing the gong to ring much longer than smaller gongs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe larger the gong, the lower or deeper the tone it tends to be.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eCan be very powerful, yet with a gentle hand they can be played with a whisper sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIt’s like diving into a deep sonic ocean, or floating in outer space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👉 \u003c\/span\u003ePro Tip: Even a large gong can be played gently in a small space. It’s about technique, not just size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"A big gong is like a big puddle — more space to play, more fun to splash!\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eDifferent Mallets Create Different Tones\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eTHE GONG MALLETS YOU CHOOSE DRAMATICALLY IMPACT THE RANGE OF SOUNDS YOUR GONG CAN PRODUCE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany gong players collect a wide range of mallets to explore the full sonic potential of their instrument. Read how the TYPE, SIZE \u0026amp; DENSITY can help you create a vast array of sounds on a single gong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eGong Mallet Types\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTAPPING MALLETS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eAvailable in a variety of shapes, sizes, and densities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFor beginners with a gong that is 28” or larger, we suggest you begin with the following\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eOne big mallet to bring a focus to the lowest tones of the gong\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eOne set of mid sized gong mallets, for rolling (quickly playing right\/left\/right\/left) to showcase the low and mid tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eOne set of small mallets for the rolling to bring out the higher tones of the gong. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eAfter you know your gong better, you can add more gongs to pull out other sounds of your gong\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👉\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Check out our tapping mallets \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Gong mallets great for tapping\" href=\"https:\/\/soundjourneystore.com\/collections\/gong-mallets?gf_551454=Tapping\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFRICTION MALLETS (Flumies)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFriction mallets are made from a variety of different rubber or silicone balls and create the sound through .... FRICTION!!! ... through the gentle drag of a ball across the surface of the metal gong. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI like to compare friction mallets \/ flumies with chocolate. I love chocolate! Eating chocolate from the dollar store is ok, but taking a bite of expensive chocolate from the chocolatier produces a smooth and luxurious experience. The same thing can be said for friction mallets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSome of the cheaper friction mallets are fun to play with, but frequently lack the smooth tones, creating a more clustered tonal quality\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe more expensive silicone balls tend to create a very smooth pure and luxurious tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDifferent makers offer unique densities and designs, each producing distinct tones and playing experiences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe size and material of the gong has a big influence on the ease of use of your friction mallets. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eGongs under 20” have can have limited ability to sing with friction mallets.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eAs you increase the size of the gong, the wider range of tones you can pull out of the gong with your friction mallet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe material of your gong makes a difference in how the flumies respond\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBronze and Titanium gongs, especially bronze gongs with artwork tend to be the easiest gongs to use with friction mallets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eStainless steel gongs can sometimes be a challenge with friction mallets, but once you learn the correct technique, you will be able to pull out some beautiful tones in your gong. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNickel silver gongs (Paiste \/ Meinl etc) have the potential to get marked up, so some player opt to play on the back of their gong to keep the front looking spotless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👉\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Check out our friction mallets \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soundjourneystore.com\/collections\/gong-mallets?gf_551454=Friction\" title=\"Check out our friction mallets here\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eGong Mallet Size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👉\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eHigh-frequency sounds originate near the edges of your gong and travel in fast, small waves. Low tones emerge from the centre and move in slower, larger waves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLARGE MALLETS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eA large gong mallet has a larger surface area which mutes the small, high-frequency waves, highlighting the deep tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWhen struck at the centre of the gong, large gong mallets emphasize the deep, resonant low tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSMALL MALLETS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eA small gong mallet does not mute the tones, so they allow the high frequencies to ring out more clearly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWhen played along the rim of your gong, small mallets bring out the high, shimmering overtones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003eGong Mallet Density\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSOFT MALLETS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA soft mallet has padding which has a longer contact time on the gong, thus muting some\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003etones to create a warmer, softer tone — perfect for meditative or subtle soundscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHARD MALLETS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA harder mallet spends less time on the surface of the gong, producing a short, crisp, bright attack — great for dynamic playing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👉\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Check out our wide selection of mallets \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soundjourneystore.com\/collections\/gong-mallets\" title=\"Gong Mallets available in Canada\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eGong Stand Options\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWE OFFER A WIDE VARIETY OF GONG STANDS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTabletop stands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFloor stands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eCustom multi-gong and multi-instrument stands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👉\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Check out our gong stands \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soundjourneystore.com\/collections\/gong-stands-and-bags?gf_551485=Gong+Stand\" title=\"Gong stands available in Canada\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eGong Bags\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eCHECK OUT OUR GONG BAGS FOR EASY TRANSPORT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWhen you transport your gong, we recommend that you place your gong in a padded bag or wrap it in a blanket, face down in your vehicle. This will protect the gong if something is accidentally placed on top of the gong. We don’t want your gong to get dented.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIt is not recommended to leave your gong in a gong bag for extended periods of time. Moisture in the bag can lead to corrosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👉\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  Check out our gong bags \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soundjourneystore.com\/collections\/gong-stands-and-bags?gf_551485=Gong+Bag\" title=\"Check out our variety of gong bags available in Canada\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare for your  Gong\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEACH GONG TYPE REQUIRES DIFFERENT CARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eChinese Bronze Gongs - Clean with dish soap and water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNickel Silver Gongs - Clean with a special gong cleaner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eStainless Steel Gongs - Clean with rubbing alcohol\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eTitanium Gongs - Ask me, as I am not sure at the time of this post.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👉\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePlease read our detailed blog post for care instructions tailored to your specific gong type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eGong Training Opportunities\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGONG PLAYING IS AN ART -\u003c\/strong\u003e not just about striking the instrument, but learning how to bring out its full voice.\u003cbr\u003eWe offer:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnline \u0026amp; in-person training courses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorkshops for all levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOngoing updates with new offerings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👉\u003c\/span\u003e Check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soundjourneystore.com\/collections\/training\" title=\"Gong and sound Training opportunities\"\u003eGong Training Programs \u003c\/a\u003eto deepen your practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping Costs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ePlease note: We do \u003ci\u003enot\u003c\/i\u003e offer free shipping on gongs, stands, or accessories due to their size and weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eCheck our \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"FAQ about shipping gongs in Canada and USA\" href=\"https:\/\/soundjourneystore.com\/pages\/page-faq\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/a\u003e for full shipping details and rates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eOur Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase.\u003cbr\u003eNot happy with your order? 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