Best Gongs Under $200 2025

Affordable gongs under $200 - great value without compromising quality

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

⭐ 4.4/5 (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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Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 45 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (9 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 45

by Thomann

Meditation Orchestral Ceremonial

Key Feature:

• Powerful, resonant ceremonial sound

✓ PROS

• Great for orchestral and world music
• Traditional cultural instrument

✗ CONS

• Very loud and overpowering
• Limited musical applications

Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 45, Tam Tam, Diameter: Ø = 45 cm, 18”, Handmade in Wuhan, Weight: approx. 2.4 kg*Note:*...

⭐ 4.8/5 (9 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 238714

$153

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Thomann Wind Gong 45 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (13 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Thomann Wind Gong 45

by Thomann

Meditation Orchestral Ambient

Key Feature:

• Dramatic impact in musical arrangements

✓ PROS

• Traditional cultural instrument
• Therapeutic and meditative qualities

✗ CONS

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

Thomann Wind Gong 45, Wind Gong, Diameter: 45 cm, 18”, Handmade in Wuhan*Note: Single piece - may vary in colour and...

⭐ 4.8/5 (13 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 238778

$122

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Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 50 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 50

by Thomann

Ceremonial Meditation Orchestral

Key Feature:

• Dramatic impact in musical arrangements

✓ PROS

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

✗ CONS

• Very loud and overpowering
• Requires specific mallets and technique

Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 50, Tam Tam, Diameter: 50 cm (20"), Handmade in Wuhan, Weight: approx. 2.9 kg*Note: Single...

⭐ 4.9/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 238715

$197

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Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 40 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 40

by Thomann

Ceremonial Orchestral World Music

Key Feature:

• Dramatic impact in musical arrangements

✓ PROS

• Great for orchestral and world music
• Traditional cultural instrument

✗ CONS

• Limited musical applications
• Large size difficult to transport

Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 40, Tam Tam, Diameter: 40 cm (16"), Weight: approx. 1.7 kg, Handmade in Wuhan*Note: Single...

⭐ 4.9/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

7/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 238713

$131

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Thomann Wind Gong 55 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Thomann Wind Gong 55

by Thomann

Ceremonial Therapeutic Ambient

Key Feature:

• Dramatic impact in musical arrangements

✓ PROS

• Therapeutic and meditative qualities
• Traditional cultural instrument

✗ CONS

• Large size difficult to transport
• May disturb neighbors in practice

Thomann Wind Gong 55, Wind Gong, Diameter: 55 cm, 22 ", Handmade in Wuhan, Weight: approx. 3.1kg*Note: Single...

⭐ 4.5/5 (40 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 238781

$175

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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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Thomann Wind Gong 50 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Thomann Wind Gong 50

by Thomann

Ambient Therapeutic World Music

Key Feature:

• Great for orchestral and world music

✓ PROS

• Dramatic impact in musical arrangements
• Powerful, resonant ceremonial sound

✗ CONS

• Very loud and overpowering
• Large size difficult to transport

Thomann Wind Gong 50, Wind Gong, Diameter: 50 cm, 20", Handmade in Wuhan, Weight: approx. 2.2 kg*Note: Single...

⭐ 5.0/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 238780

$153

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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 Gongs Under $200 2025

Asian Sound Tamtam TT-45 P

Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 45

Thomann Wind Gong 45

Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 50

Thomann Wuhan Tam Tam 40

Thomann Wind Gong 55

Asian Sound Tamtam T-30 P

Thomann Wind Gong 50

How to Choose the Best Gongs

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

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