Gong instruments

Premium Gongs for Sale – Sound Healing & Meditation Instruments

Explore our handcrafted collection of gongs – powerful sound healing gong instruments used for centuries in meditation, therapy, and spiritual practice. Whether you're buying a gong for personal use, professional sound baths, or to add to your singing bowls and gongs collection, Healing Sounds offers authentic gong instruments for sale with up to 60% off and free worldwide shipping.

Every gong musical instrument in our collection is hand-forged by master artisans using traditional techniques, ensuring you receive a professional-grade percussion instrument with the rich, complex harmonics required for genuine sound therapy gong work. From small gongs for personal meditation to giant gongs for retreat centers, discover the best gongs for sound healing below.

What Is a Gong Instrument?

A gong is an ancient vibrational percussion instrument – a flat or rimmed metal disc that produces rich, sustained tones when struck with a gong mallet. Unlike drums or cymbals, the gong music instrument creates a complex spectrum of harmonics that naturally induces deep meditative states within seconds.

The gong percussion instrument works through "entrainment" – the brain's natural tendency to synchronize with external rhythmic stimuli. When struck, a gong produces frequencies that slow brainwaves from active Beta states to relaxed Alpha/Theta states, bypassing the thinking mind to release stress and rebalance the nervous system immediately.

Often confused with the tam tam gong (the orchestral variant), healing gongs come in many styles including Chau gongs, wind gongs, nipple gongs, and specialty designs like the tiger gong, water gong, and symphonic gong. Each type offers unique acoustic properties for different therapeutic and musical applications.

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Chau Gongs – The Grounder

The Chau gong (also spelled chao gong) is the quintessential Chinese gong – the classic black center with golden rim that most people picture. This gong chinese instrument produces deep, sustained tones that build slowly and resonate for an extraordinarily long time, making it ideal for trance, meditation, and therapeutic sessions.

Our chau gong collection includes traditional designs, antique chinese gong reproductions, and specialty variations featuring sacred geometry like the Flower of Life gong. Sizes range from 6" miniature gongs to massive 60" instruments.

Wind Gongs – The Liberator

Wind gongs are flat gongs without a rim, producing bright, shimmering crashes that decay in ethereal, unpredictable patterns. Often called "The Liberator," the wind gong excels at releasing stagnant energy and clearing spaces.

Our wind gongs for sale include the classic chinese wind gong, plus specialty designs: Lotus gong, Eclipse gong, Sun gong, Moon gong, and Yin Yang gong. These gong wind chimes alternatives create similar ethereal textures while offering the power and presence only a full gong can provide.

Nipple Gongs (Bao Gongs) – The Focus

The nipple gong (Bao gong) features a raised center "boss" that produces clear, focused fundamental tones with less wash than other types of gongs. This suspended gong style is excellent for rhythmic work, melodic accents, and providing a counterpoint to Chau and Wind gongs in professional sound baths.

Water Gongs – Oceanic Textures

The water gong creates unique sonic effects when partially submerged or when water is poured across its surface during play. This specialty gong instrument produces otherworldly, oceanic textures impossible to achieve with standard gongs – perfect for advanced practitioners seeking unique soundscapes.

Symphonic & Tam Tam Gongs

The symphonic gong and tam tam gong are the orchestral variants found in concert halls worldwide. While the terms tam tam and gong are sometimes used interchangeably, the tam tam typically refers specifically to the large, unpitched orchestral instrument. Our collection bridges the gap between orchestral quality and therapeutic application.

Shop Gongs by Size

Size directly affects sound character, portability, and therapeutic impact. Use this guide when buying a gong:

Popular Sizes

• 22 wind gong / 22" Chau – Entry point for serious practice
• 36 inch gong – Professional standard for sound baths
• 60 inch gong – Statement piece for large venues
• Small gong with stand – Complete desktop setup

Shop Gongs by Origin & Style

Our asian gong collection draws from diverse traditions across the East:

Whether you seek an antique chinese gong reproduction or modern therapeutic instruments inspired by japan gong aesthetics, our collection honors these traditions while meeting contemporary sound healing standards.

Specialty & Design Gongs

Beyond traditional styles, we offer unique designs for specific practices:

• Flower of Life gong – Sacred geometry for manifestation work
• Lotus gong – Spiritual awakening and purity
• Sun gong – Vitality, masculine energy, empowerment
• Moon gong – Intuition, feminine energy, emotional balance
• Earth gong – Grounding, stability, connection to nature
• Gold gong – Abundance, prosperity, visual elegance
• Wall gong – Decorative display with functional sound

Planetary Gongs – Cosmic Frequencies

Planetary gongs are premium tuned gongs precisely calibrated to celestial frequencies based on Hans Cousto's "Cosmic Octave" calculations:

Note: Planetary gong sizes are fixed by physics – the precise frequency requires specific diameter and thickness. We cannot alter sizes without losing accurate tuning.

Chakra Gongs – Targeted Energy Work

Chakra gongs are tuned gongs calibrated to the body's seven energy centers:

Materials & Craftsmanship

Understanding materials helps distinguish quality gongs for sale from tourist souvenirs:

B20 Bronze (80% Copper / 20% Tin)

The gold standard for bronze gong instruments. This alloy produces the warm, complex harmonics essential for sound therapy gong work. All our Chau, Wind, and Planetary gongs use B20 bronze.

Nickel Silver Alloy

Used for Mirror gongs. Produces clearer, more focused tones with stunning reflective finish. Not actual silver – an alloy chosen for its acoustic and aesthetic properties.

Brass

Lower-quality brass gong instruments are common in cheap imports. They sound flat, tinny, and have short sustain. We don't sell brass gong instruments – only professional-grade alloys.

Hand-Hammered Authenticity

Every Healing Sounds gong shows visible hammer marks – thousands of divots from master smiths. These "imperfections" create the complex overtones that make gongs sing. Machine-stamped gongs look too smooth and lack harmonic depth.

What's Included With Every Gong

Every gong instrument ships as a complete starter kit (worth $164+):

• Your gong – hand-forged, individually inspected
• High-quality felt gong mallet – matched to your gong size
• 528 Hz Miracle Tuning Fork – DNA Repair/Love Frequency
• Tibetan Healing Bracelet – energetically charged
• Complete Mastery Guide – E-book with techniques

Note: Gong stands sold separately unless bundled in product title.

Gong Stands & Accessories

Stands

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Mallets

• Soft felt gong mallet – Primary tool for deep tones (included)
• Friction mallets (flumies) – "Whale song" singing effects
• Silicone whale mallets – Sustained singing tones
• Small gong mallet – For miniature gongs and accents
• Dual-ended mallets – Versatility in one tool

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Benefits of Sound Healing Gongs

• Stress reduction – Alpha wave stimulation reduces cortisol up to 25%
• Improved sleep – Nervous system reset promotes healthy sleep patterns
• Emotional release – Physical vibrations unlock stored tension
• Chakra alignment – Targeted frequencies balance energy centers
• Deeper meditation – Sound anchors attention, bypasses mental chatter
• Pain management – Vibration therapy supports chronic pain relief

For Beginners: Getting Started

New to gongs? You don't need musical training – the gong is remarkably intuitive.

Recommended First Gong

Start with a Wind Gong or Chau Gong between 24"-26". This "Goldilocks" size offers deep resonance while remaining portable. If debating between sizes, choose larger – most returns are from customers who wished they'd sized up.

Learning to Play

Create beautiful, healing vibrations in your first session using the "prime and strike" method covered in your included Mastery Guide. Advanced techniques like friction mallet "whale songs" develop with practice.

For Professionals: Building Your Collection

The Foundation

Start with a 32" Chau Gong – the deep, grounding "Om" tone anchors every session.

The Expander

Add a 28"-32" Wind Gong – shimmering crashes balance the Chau's depth.

The Specialists

Add Planetary and Chakra gongs for themed workshops and targeted treatments.

Custom & Bulk Orders

We offer custom gong engraving (logos, mantras, designs) and volume discounts for studios purchasing 3+ gongs. Contact us for quotes.

Shipping & Delivery

• Fabrication: 5-12 business days (hand-forging)
• Shipping: 3-12 business days (DHL/UPS/FedEx)
• Packaging: Triple-layer protection system
• Damage rate: <0.5% (free replacement if it occurs)

We ship worldwide. Import duties/customs are customer responsibility.

Returns & Guarantee

60-Day "Love Your Gong" Guarantee – If it doesn't resonate, return it. Only ~3% request returns, usually wishing they'd bought larger.

Payment Options

Interest-free installments via Afterpay, Klarna, ZIP. Looking for a cheap gong? Our sale section offers gongs for sale at up to 60% off without sacrificing quality.

Why Choose Healing Sounds

• Authentic craftsmanship – 10+ year partnership with master artisans
• Professional-grade quality – B20 bronze, hand-hammered, individually inspected
• Complete support – Mallet, tuning fork, bracelet & guide included
• Direct pricing – Up to 60% off by eliminating middlemen
• Spiritual integrity – Every gong Reiki-blessed before shipping
• Risk-free purchase – 60-day guarantee, free worldwide shipping

Whether you seek a small gong for personal meditation, a large gong for sale for professional sound baths, tibetan gongs paired with singing bowls, or specialty planetary gongs and chakra gongs for targeted energy work – discover why thousands of practitioners worldwide choose Healing Sounds for authentic, powerful gong instruments for sale.