Best Asian Sound Gongs 2025

Premium Asian Sound gongs - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 15, 2025 • Next update: October 22, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $50 Under $100 Under $200 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000 Under $5,000

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Orchestral For World Music For Meditation For Therapeutic For Ceremonial For Ambient

BRANDS: Thomann Asian Sound

⭐ 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

⭐ 4.6/5 (15 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 237287

$611

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⭐ 4.8/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Asian Sound Tamtam TT-55 P

by Asian Sound

Therapeutic Meditation Ambient

Key Feature:

• Dramatic impact in musical arrangements

✓ PROS

• Powerful, resonant ceremonial sound
• Therapeutic and meditative qualities

✗ CONS

• Large size difficult to transport
• Limited musical applications

Asian Sound Tamtam TT-55 P, Thin Wuhan Tam Tam, Diameter: 55 cm, Including tam tam mallets with professional quality

⭐ 4.8/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 237302

$241

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⭐ 4.4/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Asian Sound Tamtam TT-45 P

by Asian Sound

Ambient Meditation Therapeutic

Key Feature:

• Dramatic impact in musical arrangements

✓ PROS

• Therapeutic and meditative qualities
• Great for orchestral and world music

✗ CONS

• Requires specific mallets and technique
• May disturb neighbors in practice

Asian Sound Tamtam TT-45 P, Thin Wuhan Tam Tam, Diameter: 45 cm, Including tam tam mallets with professional quality

⭐ 4.4/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 237299

$175

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⭐ 4.6/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

6/10

Build:

5/10

Value:

9/10

Asian Sound Chin. Opera Gong Jing Luo

by Asian Sound

Meditation World Music Ambient

Key Feature:

• Dramatic impact in musical arrangements

✓ PROS

• Powerful, resonant ceremonial sound
• Therapeutic and meditative qualities

✗ CONS

• May disturb neighbors in practice
• Limited musical applications

Asian Sound Chin. Opera Gong Jing Luo, Chinese Opera Gong Jing Luo, Middle pitch, Descending tone, Diameter: Ø 30 cm

⭐ 4.6/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

6/10

Build:

5/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 236039

$80

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⭐ 5.0/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Asian Sound Chin. Opera Gong Lower Tone

by Asian Sound

Therapeutic World Music Ceremonial

Key Feature:

• Therapeutic and meditative qualities

✓ PROS

• Great for orchestral and world music
• Powerful, resonant ceremonial sound

✗ CONS

• Requires specific mallets and technique
• Very loud and overpowering

Asian Sound Chin. Opera Gong Lower Tone, Chinese Opera Gong, Low pitch, Rising tone, Diameter: 21 cm

⭐ 5.0/5 (34 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 236040

$47

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⭐ 4.8/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Asian Sound Tamtam T-30 P

by Asian Sound

Meditation Orchestral Therapeutic

Key Feature:

• Great for orchestral and world music

✓ PROS

• Great for orchestral and world music
• Powerful, resonant ceremonial sound

✗ CONS

• Very loud and overpowering
• Requires specific mallets and technique

Asian Sound Tamtam T-30 P, Wuhan Tam Tam, Diameter: 30 cm, Including tam tam mallets with professional quality

⭐ 4.8/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 237250

$108

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⭐ 4.7/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

5/10

Value:

8/10

Asian Sound Tamtam BSL

by Asian Sound

Ambient World Music Ceremonial

Key Feature:

• Traditional cultural instrument

✓ PROS

• Great for orchestral and world music
• Therapeutic and meditative qualities

✗ CONS

• May disturb neighbors in practice
• Requires specific mallets and technique

Asian Sound Tamtam BSL, Wuhan Tam Tam, Diameter: 30 cm, Including tam tam mallets with professional quality

⭐ 4.7/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

5/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 237312

$76

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⭐ 4.9/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

6/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Asian Sound Tamtam TT-25 P

by Asian Sound

World Music Therapeutic Ambient

Key Feature:

• Powerful, resonant ceremonial sound

✓ PROS

• Powerful, resonant ceremonial sound
• Therapeutic and meditative qualities

✗ CONS

• Limited musical applications
• May disturb neighbors in practice

Asian Sound Tamtam TT-25 P, Wuhan Tam Tam, Diameter: 25 cm, Including tam tam mallets with professional quality

⭐ 4.9/5 (21 reviews)

Sound:

6/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 237294

$54

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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.

Best Asian Sound Gongs 2025

Asian Sound Tamtam SGL-65 P

Asian Sound Tamtam TT-55 P

Asian Sound Tamtam TT-45 P

Asian Sound Chin. Opera Gong Jing Luo

Asian Sound Chin. Opera Gong Lower Tone

Asian Sound Tamtam T-30 P

Asian Sound Tamtam BSL

Asian Sound Tamtam TT-25 P

How to Choose the Best Gongs

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I look for when buying gongs?

How much should I spend on gongs?

Are expensive gongs worth the investment?

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Should I buy gongs online or in-store?

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