Best Gongs 2026
Top-rated gongs 2026 - expert picks for every budget and skill level
Last updated: January 7, 2026 • Next update: January 14, 2026
GENRES & STYLES:
For Orchestral
For World Music
For Meditation
For Therapeutic
For Ceremonial
For Ambient
#1
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4.6/5
(15 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Asian Sound Tamtam SGL-65 P
by
Asian Sound
Ceremonial
Ambient
Orchestral
Key Feature:
• Great for orchestral and world music
✓ PROS
- • Great for orchestral and world music
- • Dramatic impact in musical arrangements
✗ CONS
- • Limited musical applications
- • Large size difficult to transport
Asian Sound Tamtam SGL-65 P, Wuhan Tam Tam, Diameter: Ø 65 cm, Including tam tam mallets with professional quality
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4.6/5
(15 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 237287
$611
#2
⭐
5.0/5
(51 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Thomann Wind Gong 100
by
Thomann
Orchestral
Ceremonial
World Music
Key Feature:
• Powerful, resonant ceremonial sound
✓ PROS
- • Powerful, resonant ceremonial sound
- • Therapeutic and meditative qualities
✗ CONS
- • Large size difficult to transport
- • Very loud and overpowering
Thomann Wind Gong 100, Wind Gong, Diameter: 100 cm, 40", Handmade in Wuhan, Weight: approx. 17 kg*Note: Single...
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5.0/5
(51 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 238788
$1,222
#3
⭐
5.0/5
(50 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Thomann Wind Gong 90
by
Thomann
Orchestral
Ambient
Ceremonial
Key Feature:
• Great for orchestral and world music
✓ PROS
- • Traditional cultural instrument
- • Therapeutic and meditative qualities
✗ CONS
- • Limited musical applications
- • Large size difficult to transport
Thomann Wind Gong 90, Wind Gong, Diameter Ø = 90 cm, 36”, Handmade in Wuhan, Weight: approx. 14 kg*Note:* Handmade -...
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5.0/5
(50 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 238787
$878
#4
⭐
5.0/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Thomann Tam Gong 44" ES
by
Thomann
Ambient
Meditation
Orchestral
Key Feature:
• Powerful, resonant ceremonial sound
✓ PROS
- • Great for orchestral and world music
- • Dramatic impact in musical arrangements
✗ CONS
- • Very loud and overpowering
- • Requires specific mallets and technique
Thomann Tam Gong 44" ES, Tam Gong, Diameter: 110 cm (44"), Material: Stainless steel, Handmade*Note:* Colour...
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5.0/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 552387
$1,098
#5
⭐
4.6/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 70
by
Thomann
Ceremonial
Meditation
World Music
Key Feature:
• Dramatic impact in musical arrangements
✓ PROS
- • Powerful, resonant ceremonial sound
- • Great for orchestral and world music
✗ CONS
- • Very loud and overpowering
- • Limited musical applications
Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 70Tam TamDiameter: 70 cm (28")Handmade in WuhanSuited for meditation or sound therapyLow to...
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4.6/5
(53 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 238719
$538
#6
⭐
4.7/5
(35 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Thomann Tam Gong 36" Flower of Life
by
Thomann
Ceremonial
Orchestral
Ambient
Key Feature:
• Therapeutic and meditative qualities
✓ PROS
- • Powerful, resonant ceremonial sound
- • Traditional cultural instrument
✗ CONS
- • Limited musical applications
- • Very loud and overpowering
Thomann Tam Gong 36" Flower of Life, Tam Gong, Model: Flower of Life, Diameter: 90 cm (36"), Material:...
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4.7/5
(35 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 552868
$733
#7
⭐
4.6/5
(42 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 80
by
Thomann
World Music
Therapeutic
Ceremonial
Key Feature:
• Powerful, resonant ceremonial sound
✓ PROS
- • Therapeutic and meditative qualities
- • Great for orchestral and world music
✗ CONS
- • May disturb neighbors in practice
- • Requires specific mallets and technique
Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 80Tam TamSuitable for orchestrameditations or therapeutic useProduces deep and earthy sound when...
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4.6/5
(42 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 238723
$733
#8
⭐
4.5/5
(39 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 105
by
Thomann
Meditation
World Music
Orchestral
Key Feature:
• Therapeutic and meditative qualities
✓ PROS
- • Dramatic impact in musical arrangements
- • Therapeutic and meditative qualities
✗ CONS
- • Limited musical applications
- • Requires specific mallets and technique
Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 105Tam TamSuitable for orchestrameditations or therapeutic useProduces deep and earthy sound when...
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4.5/5
(39 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 238741
$1,318
#9
⭐
4.8/5
(31 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Thomann Tam Gong 48" ES
by
Thomann
Therapeutic
World Music
Ceremonial
Key Feature:
• Traditional cultural instrument
✓ PROS
- • Therapeutic and meditative qualities
- • Traditional cultural instrument
✗ CONS
- • Very loud and overpowering
- • May disturb neighbors in practice
Thomann Tam Gong 48" ES, Tam Gong, Diameter: 120 cm / 48", Material: stainless steel, Handmade*Note:* Colour...
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4.8/5
(31 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 552388
$1,538
#10
⭐
4.7/5
(36 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Thomann Wind Gong 70
by
Thomann
Meditation
World Music
Therapeutic
Key Feature:
• Dramatic impact in musical arrangements
✓ PROS
- • Traditional cultural instrument
- • Great for orchestral and world music
✗ CONS
- • Very loud and overpowering
- • Large size difficult to transport
Thomann Wind Gong 70, Wind Gong, Diameter: 70 cm, 28", Handmade in Wuhan, Weight: approx. 6.3 kg*Note: Single...
⭐
4.7/5
(36 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 238784
$461
#11
⭐
4.7/5
(48 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Thomann Tam Gong 52" ES
by
Thomann
Meditation
World Music
Orchestral
Key Feature:
• Great for orchestral and world music
✓ PROS
- • Great for orchestral and world music
- • Dramatic impact in musical arrangements
✗ CONS
- • Requires specific mallets and technique
- • Very loud and overpowering
Thomann Tam Gong 52" ES, Tam Gong, Diameter: 130 cm / 52", Material: stainless steel, Handmade*Note:* Colour...
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4.7/5
(48 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 552389
$2,444
#12
⭐
4.5/5
(31 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Paiste 32" Symphonic Gong
by
Paiste
Therapeutic
World Music
Meditation
Key Feature:
• Therapeutic and meditative qualities
✓ PROS
- • Dramatic impact in musical arrangements
- • Great for orchestral and world music
✗ CONS
- • May disturb neighbors in practice
- • Large size difficult to transport
Paiste 32" Symphonic Gong, Symphonic Gong, Size: 32"/81 cm, Impresses with its pleasant, harmonic sound and...
⭐
4.5/5
(31 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 119161
$1,880
#13
⭐
4.6/5
(17 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Thomann Tam Gong 56" ES
by
Thomann
Meditation
Therapeutic
Ambient
Key Feature:
• Traditional cultural instrument
✓ PROS
- • Dramatic impact in musical arrangements
- • Traditional cultural instrument
✗ CONS
- • Requires specific mallets and technique
- • Very loud and overpowering
Thomann Tam Gong 56" ES, Tam Gong, Diameter: 140 cm / 56", Material: stainless steel, Handmade*Note:* Colour...
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4.6/5
(17 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 552391
$3,298
#14
⭐
4.8/5
(6 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 75
by
Thomann
Orchestral
Ambient
Meditation
Key Feature:
• Traditional cultural instrument
✓ PROS
- • Great for orchestral and world music
- • Dramatic impact in musical arrangements
✗ CONS
- • May disturb neighbors in practice
- • Requires specific mallets and technique
Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 75Tam TamDiameter: 75 cm (30")Handmade in WuhanSuited for meditation of sound therapyLow to...
⭐
4.8/5
(6 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 238721
$611
#15
⭐
4.9/5
(29 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 95
by
Thomann
Therapeutic
Ambient
Ceremonial
Key Feature:
• Dramatic impact in musical arrangements
✓ PROS
- • Great for orchestral and world music
- • Powerful, resonant ceremonial sound
✗ CONS
- • Limited musical applications
- • Requires specific mallets and technique
Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 95Tam TamSuitable for orchestrameditations or therapeutic useProduces deep and earthy sound when...
⭐
4.9/5
(29 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 238730
$1,098
How to Choose the Best Gongs
Budget Planning
- • Under $200: Entry-level
- • $200-$500: Intermediate
- • $500-$1000: Advanced
- • $1000+: Professional
Quality Check
- • Sound clarity & tone
- • Build materials & finish
- • Hardware durability
- • Overall craftsmanship
Key Features
- • Your musical style
- • Skill level match
- • Intended use case
- • Brand reputation
Frequently Asked Questions
Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced gongs typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.
