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Best Gongs Under $100 2025

Affordable gongs under $100 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: November 5, 2025 • Next update: November 12, 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
Thomann Wind Gong 40 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Thomann Wind Gong 40

by Thomann
Ceremonial Therapeutic World Music
Key Feature:
• Great for orchestral and world music
✓ PROS
  • • Dramatic impact in musical arrangements
  • • Therapeutic and meditative qualities
✗ CONS
  • • May disturb neighbors in practice
  • • Requires specific mallets and technique

Thomann Wind Gong 40, Wind Gong, Diameter: 40 cm, 16", Handmade in Wuhan, Weight: approx. 1.6 kg*Note: Single...

⭐ 4.9/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 238776
$98
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Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 30 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 30

by Thomann
World Music Therapeutic Orchestral
Key Feature:
• Therapeutic and meditative qualities
✓ PROS
  • • Dramatic impact in musical arrangements
  • • Powerful, resonant ceremonial sound
✗ CONS
  • • Requires specific mallets and technique
  • • May disturb neighbors in practice

Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 30, Tam Tam, Diameter Ø = 30 cm (12”), Handmade in Wuhan, Weight: approx. 1 kg*Note:* Handmade...

⭐ 4.9/5 (14 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 238709
$72
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Asian Sound Chin. Opera Gong Jing Luo - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

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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Asian Sound Tamtam TT-25 P - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

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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Dixon 10" China Gong - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Dixon 10" China Gong

by Dixon
Orchestral Meditation World Music
Key Feature:
• Great for orchestral and world music
✓ PROS
  • • Dramatic impact in musical arrangements
  • • Powerful, resonant ceremonial sound
✗ CONS
  • • Large size difficult to transport
  • • Limited musical applications

Dixon 10" China Gong, China Gong, Size: 10" (Ø 25.4 cm), Table model, Including stand and mallets

⭐ 4.6/5 (6 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 149564
$94
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Thomann Wind Gong 35 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Thomann Wind Gong 35

by Thomann
Meditation World Music Therapeutic
Key Feature:
• Dramatic impact in musical arrangements
✓ PROS
  • • Traditional cultural instrument
  • • Great for orchestral and world music
✗ CONS
  • • Large size difficult to transport
  • • Requires specific mallets and technique

Thomann Wind Gong 35, Wind Gong, Diameter: 35 cm, 14", Handmade in Wuhan, Weight: approx. 1.1kg*Note: Single piece...

⭐ 4.9/5 (33 reviews)
Sound:
6/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 238775
$76
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Asian Sound Tamtam BSL - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

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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Thomann Wind Gong 30 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Thomann Wind Gong 30

by Thomann
Orchestral Ceremonial Ambient
Key Feature:
• Traditional cultural instrument
✓ PROS
  • • Traditional cultural instrument
  • • Therapeutic and meditative qualities
✗ CONS
  • • May disturb neighbors in practice
  • • Very loud and overpowering

Thomann Wind Gong 30, Wind Gong, Diameter: 30 cm (12"), Weight: approx. 900g, Handmade in Wuhan*Note: Single piece...

⭐ 4.8/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 238774
$54
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Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 35 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 35

by Thomann
World Music Meditation Orchestral
Key Feature:
• Dramatic impact in musical arrangements
✓ PROS
  • • Great for orchestral and world music
  • • Traditional cultural instrument
✗ CONS
  • • Large size difficult to transport
  • • Limited musical applications

Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 35, Tam Tam, Diameter: Ø = 35 cm, 14”, Handmade in Wuhan, Weight: approx. 1.5 kg*Note:*...

⭐ 4.5/5 (3 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 238712
$94
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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.

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