Thomann Tam Gong 38" ES

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Thomann Tam Gong 38" ES

Thomann

Tam Gong 38" ES

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 552384
Brand: Thomann
Model: Tam Gong 38" ES
Category: Gongs
Price: $823.90

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This Thomann Tam Gong is a serious instrument for creating atmospheric soundscapes. The size really lets it breathe, and the stainless steel gives it a bright, clean tone that cuts through a mix. Perfect for ambient composers, film scoring, or anyone wanting to add a meditative drone to their setup.

Product Description

Thomann Tam Gong 38" ES, Tam Gong, Diameter: 95 cm / 38", Material: stainless steel, Handmade

*Note:* Colour and diameter may vary slightly due to the manufacturing process.

PROS
  • • Large 38” diameter produces a deeply resonant and enveloping wash of sound.
  • • Handmade construction ensures tonal complexity and subtle variations in vibration.
  • • Stainless steel offers durability and a bright, shimmering overtone spectrum.
  • • Relatively affordable for a gong of this size and handmade quality.
CONS
  • • Significant weight (approximately 13kg) makes transport and mounting challenging.
  • • Stainless steel's sustain can be perceived as 'thin' compared to bronze gongs.
  • • Limited tonal versatility; excels at drone and atmospheric textures, less suited for complex rhythmic patterns.

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Key Features

Size 95 cm / 38"
Material Stainless Steel
Type Tam Gong
Sound Character Deep, resonant wash with bright shimmering overtones; sustains well.
Stand Included No
Weight 13 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Stainless steel produces a brighter, more shimmering tone with a quicker decay than bronze, offering a cleaner, less 'muddy' sound.
While Thomann strives for consistency, expect slight differences in diameter (within a few millimeters) and subtle tonal variations—these contribute to the gong's unique character.
A soft, wrapped mallet (like felt or cord) will produce the most controlled and beautiful tones, avoiding harshness and allowing for nuanced dynamics.

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