Meinl Gongs

Chakra Gongs

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Background: The Meinl Sonic Energy Chakra Gongs are handmade masterpieces from Germany. Each chakra gong is tuned to a specific frequency (based on Hans Cousto's calculations of "The Cosmic Octave") that helps to activate the respective chakra. The elaborate hammering provides visual stimulation and creates the undeniable sound character necessary to awaken your senses. Finally, a special sandblasting technique is used to fuse the chakra symbol into the center of each gong. For care, we recommend the use of the Meinl Gong Polish (MGP).¹
Alloy: Nickel Silver (NS12)
Quality: Professional
Production: Handmade in Germany
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The Chakra Gongs are:

• 24" Sacral Chakra Gong
  
• 24" Root Chakra Gong
  
• 24" Brow Chakra Gong
  
• 24" Crown Chakra Gong
  
• 32" Throat Chakra Gong
  
• 36" Solarplexus Chakra Gong
  
• 36" Heart Chakra Gong
  

Chau Tam Tam Gongs

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Background: The Meinl Sonic Energy Chau Tam Tams are handcrafted in China using the same methods and traditions which have been used to create gongs in this region for centuries. Made from a special bronze alloy, these tam tams have a large spread of tones and characteristics. From a sustained low hum to a brooding roar to fast explosive crashes, they work in many situations and blend well with other gongs and instruments. Each tam tam ships with a beater designed to correspond with the tam tam size.³
Alloy: "Special Bronze Alloy"
Quality: Professional
Production: Made in China
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Chau Tam Tams

Sizes: 20" 22" 24" 28" 30" 32" 34" 36" 38" 40" 44" 48"

Yin & Yang Chau Tam Tam

Sizes:22" 24" 28" 32"

Don Conreaux Eight Corners of Heaven Mirror Gong

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Background: The Eight Corners of Heaven Mirror Gong was developed in collaboration with the Gong Master “Don Conreaux”. This gong features a unique appearance with ancient mysterious symbols set against a mirror finish. The eight runic glyphs represent the cycle of life and suggest that the sound of the gong originates in the eight corners of heaven propelling the cycle of life on earth. Both sides of the gong are finished with a mirror surface allowing the player to see himself, listeners, or other gong players in an ensemble. This is also beneficial in meditation and therapy use for self-mirroring and reflecting surrounding lights.²
Alloy: Nickel Silver (NS12)
Quality: Professional
Production: Made in Germany
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Size: 32"

Flower of Life Gongs

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Background: Meinl Sonic Energy's Flower of Life Gongs are handcrafted in Germany in the European gong-making tradition. The gong craftsmen manufacture these gongs to respond with exceptional sensitivity in all playing situations. The long hours spent handcrafting the metal gives them their intriguing tone. It's relaxing and atmospheric.

The Flower of Life tuning represents the origin of all things through sacred geometry. The collaboration of numbers, shapes, and vibrations belongs to the oldest myths of mankind. It is the strive to connect with our origin and to understand ourselves. The frequencies of the Flower of Life Collection are one step on the journey to this goal. The Flower of Life Gong is the sonic metaphor of the creative primordial sound.⁴
Alloy: Nickel Silver (NS12)
Quality: Professional
Production: Handmade in Germany
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Sizes: 24" 36"

Giant Tam Tam Gongs

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Background: The Meinl Sonic Energy Giant Tam Tams are masterpieces of instrument making that are traditionally hand-crafted in Germany in the European gong-making tradition. The gong craftsmen manufacture these gongs to respond with exceptional sensitivity in all playing situations. Long hours spent handcrafting the metal gives them their unique tone: It's relaxing and atmospheric. The center of these gongs has many fine hammer blows and is slightly sunken into the surface. The surrounding surface is scraped outward in a star shape and marked by large distinctive hammer blows. These beautiful instruments satisfy the highest sonic demands of sound practitioners, sound meditation studios, or leading orchestras. The immense size and power of this instrument will leave any listener in awe and wonder. As matching Gong Mallets we recommend MTTB-40, MGB-L, and for example MGM-L-R, available in different colors.⁵
Alloy: Nickel Silver (NS12)
Production: Handmade in Germany
Quality: Professional
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Sizes: 40" 50" 60"

Indian Premium Wind Gong

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Background: The Meinl Sonic Energy Indian Premium Wind Gong is made by hand in India using a special bronze alloy. These flat-shaped gongs are also known as Feng or Sun Gongs. Their flat design allows the vibration to spread wide and last long. The sound is low-pitched, but when playing the gong louder, it expands wonderfully with wave-like overtones. You'll notice the lovely hand-engraved mantra "Om mani padme hum" as soon as you look at the gong. It is the mantra of loving compassion known to lead you to enlightenment. This gong comes with a Meinl Sonic Energy Table Gong Stand. ⁶
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Alloy: "Special Bronze Alloy"
Quality: Professional
Production: Made in India
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Size: 22"

OM Gongs

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Background: The Meinl Sonic Energy Om Gongs are handcrafted in Germany. They are tuned in the tone of "Om" which is one of holiest syllabes in Hinduism. According to tradition, Om or Aum is the sound from which the universe was created. It is said that the vibration of the syllable caused the act of creation to begin. These beautiful instruments satisfy the highest sonic demands of sound practitioners, sound meditation studios, or leading orchestras. The immense size and power of this instrument will leave any listener in awe and wonder. ⁷
Alloy: Nickel Silver (NS12)

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Sizes: 24" 32" 36"

Planetary Tuned Gongs

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Background: Meinl Sonic Energy's Planetary Tuned Gongs are handcrafted in Germany in the European gong-making tradition. Each gong is tuned to create the corresponding frequency using Hans Cousto's (The Cosmic Octave) calculations to match the frequencies of the sun, moon, and planets. The gong craftsmen manufacture these gongs to respond with exceptional sensitivity in all playing situations. The long hours spent handcrafting the metal gives them their intriguing tone. It's relaxing and atmospheric.⁸
Alloy: Nickel Silver (NS12)

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The Planetary Tuned Gongs are:

• 24" Uranus Gong
  
• 24" Sidereal Moon Gong
  
• 24"Synodic Moon Gong
  
• 24" Venus Gong
  
• 24" Neptune Gong
  
• 28" Platonic Year Gong
  
• 28" Sidereal Day Gong
  
• 28" Jupiter Gong
  
• 28" Chiron Gong
  
• 28" Sedna Gong
  
• 32" Saturn Gong
  
• 32" Mars Gong
  
• 32" Mercury Gong
  
• 36" Earth Gong
  
• 36" Sun Gong
  

Soundscape Gongs

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Background: Meinl Sonic Energy Soundscape Gongs are meticulously crafted in Gutenstetten, Germany, using high-quality nickel silver. These gongs produce a rich, complex soundscape that comes to life with even the gentlest touch. The design also includes an easily playable edge, providing enough space for the mallet to strike. With a polished surface, these gongs not only sound impressive but also have a luxurious shine. Each Soundscape Gong comes with a high-quality travel bag for easy transportation, a Gong Handle (G-HANDLE) for playing the gong freely by hand, and a pair of gloves for careful maintenance.

The Flower of Life represents the origin of all things through sacred geometry. The collaboration of numbers, shapes, and vibration belongs to the oldest myths of mankind. It is the strive to connect with our origin and to understand ourselves.⁹
Alloy: Nickel Silver (NS12)
Quality: Professional
Production: Handmade in Germany
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The Soundscape Gongs are:

• 22" Soundscape Gong Flower of Life
  
• 22" Soundscape Gong Spiral
  
• 22" Soundscape Gong Moon Phases
  
• 22" Soundscape Gong Solar System
  
• 22" Soundscape Gong OM Lotus
  
• 22" Soundscape Gong Metatron's Cube
  

Table Gongs

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'Background: Meinl's Table Gongs are divided into three varities: The MEINL Opera Gong is traditionally handcrafted in China by using a special bronze alloy. It has a very pronounced bent-out shape with a large center dot. The Opera Gong plays an important role in traditional Chinese opera due to its descending pitch. An audible glissando effect can be achieved with a very short sustain. The gong comes with an appropriate beater.¹¹
The MEINL White Gongs are traditionally handcrafted in China by using a special bronze alloy. These gongs are also known under the name Double-Light-Gong due to the bright surface on both sides. They have a very flat profile with a bended rim for a powerful and splashy clear sound with medium sustain. Each gong ships with a beater designed to correspond with the gong size.¹²
The MEINL Tiger Gong is traditionally handcrafted in China by using a special bronze alloy. The name tells you already that the roaring and growling sound is reminiscent to that of a tiger. It has a very pronounced bent-out shape with a large center dot. Similar to the Opera Gong, it has a good amount of splash, but in comparison less of a descending bend effect. The gong comes with an appropriate beater.¹³
Alloy: "Special Bronze Alloy"
Quality: Professional
Production: Made in China
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Opera Gong

• 12"

White Gongs

• 14.5" 14.5"

Tiger Gongs

• 12.5" 13" 14"

Thai Gongs

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Background: Crafted in Thailand in the traditional Burmese style, the Meinl Sonic Energy Thai Gongs are a beautiful blend of sound and craftsmanship. Made from bronze, these gongs produce deep, resonant tones that are ideal for meditation, sound therapy, and musical performances. Carefully hand-hammered, each gong is unique in both appearance and sound, giving every piece its own character and resonance. This handcrafted quality extends to the included traditional mallet, which may vary slightly in style, adding an authentic touch.

The mallets are made from fabric sourced from Buddhist monk robes, with a core made from repurposed jute rice sacks, emphasizing sustainability and cultural significance. The gongs can be played either by hand or mounted on a stand, offering flexibility for different playing styles and settings. A distinctive feature of these gongs is the raised central boss, surrounded by an elegantly carved floral design.¹⁰
Alloy: "Special Bronze Alloy"
Quality: Professional
Production: Made in Thailand
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Sizes: 16" 18" 20" 22"

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