Wind gong Lotus 55 cm

The Windgong is a traditional Chinese percussion instrument. It is also very popular in the West. The black color of this gong is the original color it has when it comes out of the oven. The pattern is created by rotating the gong, thereby removing the oxidized outer layer.

A gong mallet is included for free. We also recommend ordering a gong bag, for safe storage and transport.

€576.00
VAT included

 

 

 

Wind Gong - "Wind Gongs"

Wind gongs are flat bronze discs, with little fundamental pitch, heavy harmonics and long sustain. They are made of electrolytic copper and tin. Traditionally, a wind gong is played with a large soft mallet, giving it a roaring smash to match its namesake.

Played with a nylon-headed stick, they sound a bit like the coil chimes of clocks. Some have holes in the center, but they are mounted like all hanging gongs by other holes near the edge. The smaller sizes (7"-12" /18 – 30 cm) have a more bell-like tone due to their thickness and small diameter.

Lotus The lotus flower is a symbol of purity in many cultures. It grows in troubled waters, but emerges from mud unsullied. As such, it serves as a parable to our own pure nature rising out of the murky waters of circumstances and into the light of equanimity.

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