Paiste Gongs
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Gongs belong to the oldest and most important musical instruments of South East Asia. Their origins may be traced back to the second millennium B.C., but it is assumed that the gong is much older. In Chinese history, gongs are mentioned around 500 A.D., attributed to a nation called HSI YU between Tibet and Burma during the reign of Emperor Hsuan Wu.
Historic research provides us with four main centers - Burma, China, Annam, Java - at least 7 gong shapes and sound structures stem from these regions. Only few families knew the tradition of gong making as it was passed from generation to generation. The art of making gongs was veiled in a sense of magic. Gong makers believed that a gong could only succeed with the help of higher powers, and that they were exposed to forces more so than ordinary humans.
The gong was an important element in the lives of Far East people and is still in some countries today. In Asian families, the gong was an attribute of wealth and served as a status symbol. In rites, the gong was used in the evocation of ghosts and in the banning of demons. Touching a gong brought you fortune and strength. In rituals of the Far East, the gong has retained its special significance to this day.
As a musical instrument, the gong accompanied celebrations, funeral ceremonies, songs, and theater plays. In the music of the Asian high cultures, the gong was used as an orchestral instrument. Orchestras with gong plays containing up to 18 notes were not seldom. They were also played in private concerts at residences.
Since about 1790, gongs were used in European orchestras. Since then, the terms "Tam Tam" for flat gongs, and "Gong" for bossed gongs, have become customary. However, the authentic term in all languages of the origin countries is GONG.
Historic research provides us with four main centers - Burma, China, Annam, Java - at least 7 gong shapes and sound structures stem from these regions. Only few families knew the tradition of gong making as it was passed from generation to generation. The art of making gongs was veiled in a sense of magic. Gong makers believed that a gong could only succeed with the help of higher powers, and that they were exposed to forces more so than ordinary humans.
The gong was an important element in the lives of Far East people and is still in some countries today. In Asian families, the gong was an attribute of wealth and served as a status symbol. In rites, the gong was used in the evocation of ghosts and in the banning of demons. Touching a gong brought you fortune and strength. In rituals of the Far East, the gong has retained its special significance to this day.
As a musical instrument, the gong accompanied celebrations, funeral ceremonies, songs, and theater plays. In the music of the Asian high cultures, the gong was used as an orchestral instrument. Orchestras with gong plays containing up to 18 notes were not seldom. They were also played in private concerts at residences.
Since about 1790, gongs were used in European orchestras. Since then, the terms "Tam Tam" for flat gongs, and "Gong" for bossed gongs, have become customary. However, the authentic term in all languages of the origin countries is GONG.
Symphonic Gongs
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SYMPHONIC GONGS
Our oldest version of the instrument, Symphonic Gongs have a slightly raised surface (without boss) with a harmonic and universal sound structure. The fundamental note of the gong is balanced with the instrument's complex overtones. The characterizing word Symphonic thereby should not be misinterpreted as describing the literal sense of classical symphonic orchestra application but its original sense to unite harmonic sounds. The describing word universal shall be understood as “sound in its entirety”. The sound of these gongs can be influenced and varied through the nature of the stroke, as well as the size, weight, and composition of the mallets. By varying the striking points, highs, lows, and various sound mixtures contained in the entirety of the gong’s sound sphere may be extracted and played up. Symphonic Gongs feature some of our largest examples of the instrument, like the 60” and the extraordinary 80”, the world’s largest playable gong. |
Prices : (For Special Order Only)
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20" - $725
26" - $1394 34" - $2785 |
40" - $6640
50" - $14280 60" - $27030 80" - $41580 |
Paiste 22" Symphonic Gong
SGD840.00
Our oldest version of the instrument, Symphonic Gongs have a slightly raised surface (without boss) with a harmonic and universal sound structure. The fundamental note of the gong is balanced with the instrument's complex overtones.
The sound of these gongs can be influenced and varied through the nature of the stroke, as well as the size, weight, and composition of the mallets. By varying the striking points, highs, lows, and various sound mixtures contained in the entirety of the gong’s sound sphere may be extracted and played up.
GongStand, and Mallet Not Included
Paiste 24" Symphonic Gong
SGD1,210.00
Our oldest version of the instrument, Symphonic Gongs have a slightly raised surface (without boss) with a harmonic and universal sound structure. The fundamental note of the gong is balanced with the instrument's complex overtones.
The sound of these gongs can be influenced and varied through the nature of the stroke, as well as the size, weight, and composition of the mallets. By varying the striking points, highs, lows, and various sound mixtures contained in the entirety of the gong’s sound sphere may be extracted and played up.
Gong Stand, and Mallet Not Included
Paiste 28" Symphonic Gong
SGD1,565.00
Our oldest version of the instrument, Symphonic Gongs have a slightly raised surface (without boss) with a harmonic and universal sound structure. The fundamental note of the gong is balanced with the instrument's complex overtones.
The sound of these gongs can be influenced and varied through the nature of the stroke, as well as the size, weight, and composition of the mallets. By varying the striking points, highs, lows, and various sound mixtures contained in the entirety of the gong’s sound sphere may be extracted and played up.
Gong Stand, and Mallet Not Included
Paiste 30" Symphonic Gong
SGD1,846.00
Our oldest version of the instrument, Symphonic Gongs have a slightly raised surface (without boss) with a harmonic and universal sound structure. The fundamental note of the gong is balanced with the instrument's complex overtones.
The sound of these gongs can be influenced and varied through the nature of the stroke, as well as the size, weight, and composition of the mallets. By varying the striking points, highs, lows, and various sound mixtures contained in the entirety of the gong’s sound sphere may be extracted and played up.
Gong Stand, and Mallet not Included
Paiste 32" Symphonic Gong
SGD2,045.00
Our oldest version of the instrument, Symphonic Gongs have a slightly raised surface (without boss) with a harmonic and universal sound structure. The fundamental note of the gong is balanced with the instrument's complex overtones.
The sound of these gongs can be influenced and varied through the nature of the stroke, as well as the size, weight, and composition of the mallets. By varying the striking points, highs, lows, and various sound mixtures contained in the entirety of the gong’s sound sphere may be extracted and played up.
Gong Stand, and Mallet Not Included
Paiste 36" Symphonic Gong (Out of Stock)
SGD3,303.00
Our oldest version of the instrument, Symphonic Gongs have a slightly raised surface (without boss) with a harmonic and universal sound structure. The fundamental note of the gong is balanced with the instrument's complex overtones.
The sound of these gongs can be influenced and varied through the nature of the stroke, as well as the size, weight, and composition of the mallets. By varying the striking points, highs, lows, and various sound mixtures contained in the entirety of the gong’s sound sphere may be extracted and played up.
Gong Stand, and Mallet Not Included
Paiste 38" Symphonic Gong
SGD4,175.00
Our oldest version of the instrument, Symphonic Gongs have a slightly raised surface (without boss) with a harmonic and universal sound structure. The fundamental note of the gong is balanced with the instrument's complex overtones.
The sound of these gongs can be influenced and varied through the nature of the stroke, as well as the size, weight, and composition of the mallets. By varying the striking points, highs, lows, and various sound mixtures contained in the entirety of the gong’s sound sphere may be extracted and played up.
Gong Stand, and Mallet Not Included
Planet Gongs
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The sound characteristic of Planet Gongs is comparable to that of Symphonic Gong in diameters 20”-38”. Planet Gongs are tuned in conformity with the natural harmonic series based in the orbital properties on the Earth, the Moon, the Sun, and the Planets according to calculations of Hans Cousto. Thus they resonate in harmony with the cycles of the celestial bodies and communicate a distinct aspect of the “music of the spheres” so amply quoted since the Antique. Their sound color is extremely mysterious and conveys an unusual, unfathomable atmosphere.
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Prices : (For Special Order)
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24" Synodic - $1326
24" Synodic Moon - $1326 24" Sidereal Moon - $1326 24" Venus - $1326 28" Sidereal Year - $1785 28" Jupiter - $1785 30" Platonic Year - $2040 |
32" Nibiru - $2244
32" Chiron - $2244 32" Saturn - $2244 32" Mars - $2244 32" Mercury - $2244 36" Pluto - $3570 38" Sedna - $4539 38" Sun - $4539 38" Earth - $4539 |
Sound Creation
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SOUND CREATION GONGS
Each Sound Creation Gong has an extraordinary and particular sound character. Their impressive sound charisma provides emotionally influencing sensations. Due to their varied sound colors and voices they offer interesting, diversified and individual forms of expression. The designation is to understood in a symbolical and associative manner. |
Prices : (For Special Order)
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26" Earth - $2040
32" Earth - $2780 38" Earth - $5340 60" Earth - $27030 |
11" Chakra - $1350
14" Chakra - $1545 16" Chakra - $1785 |
Symphonic Brilliant Gong
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SYMPHONIC BRILLIANT GONGS
The Symphonic Brilliant Gongs are principally identical in construction to the Symphonic Gongs but are laboriously hand polished to achieve their distinctive mirror-like look. The sound of the brilliant models differs only marginal from the conventional Symphonic Gongs. They build up their overtone structure slightly faster. With Paiste Logo The fundamental note of the gong is balanced with the instrument's complex overtones. The sound of these gongs can be influenced and varied through the nature of the stroke, as well as the size, weight, and composition of the mallets. By varying the striking points, highs, lows, and various sound mixtures contained in the entirety of the gong’s sound sphere may be extracted and played up. On request available: - with «Tai-Loi» Logos - without Logos |
Prices (For Special Order Only)
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20" - $798
22" - $925 24" - $1330 26" - $1535 28" - $1717 |
30" - $2030
32" - $2246 34" - $3059 36" - $3635 38" - $4590 |
Gong Stands
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SQUARE ORCHESTRA STANDS
Sizes: 20/22” - 24/26” - 28” - 30” - 32/34” - 36/38/40” - 50” Description: This stand fits one gong. The stand legs are adjustable in height for players to easily reach the gong in all playing situations. Orchestra Square Stands are available in a black finish. Price : (For Special Order Only) 20/22" - $276 24/26" - $293 28" - $320 30" - $358 32/34" - $397 36/38/40" - $502 |
ROUND ORCHESTRA STANDS
Sizes: 20/22” - 24/26” - 28” - 30” - 32/34” - 36/38/40” Description: This stand fits one gong. Gong Round Stands are available in a black finish. Price : (For Special Order Only) 20/22" - $448 24/26" - $493 28" - $540 30" - $580 32/34" - $645 36/38/40" - $815 |
SET SQUARE ORCHESTRA STANDS
Sizes: 20/22” - 24/26” - 28”/30” - 32/34” - 36/38/40” Description: This stand fits two gongs and comes with high-quality rollers. The stand legs are adjustable in height for players to easily reach the gong in all playing situations. Orchestra Square Set Stands are available in a black finish. 20/22" - $427 24/26" - $461 28/30" - $530 32/34" - $584 36/38/40" - $722 |
FLOOR STANDS
Sizes: 7” Deco Gong – 10” Deco Gong – 13” Deco Gong 20” - 22” – 24” – 26” – 28” – 30” – 32” – 34” – 36” – 38” Description: This stand fits one gong. Gong Round Stands are available in a black finish. 20" - $289 22" - $298 24" - $320 26" - $333 28" - $358 30" - $370 32" - $415 34" - $458 36" - $527 38" - $571 |
Gong Mallets
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Gong Mallets : (Special Order Only)
M20 - $19 M21 - $22 M22 - $30 M1 - $135 M2 - $138 M4 - $157 M7 - $226 M8 (Pair) - $336 M9 - $110 M10 (Pair) - $107 M11 (Pair) - $78 |
Sound Mallets : (Special Order Only)
M12 (Pair) - $116 M13 (Pair) - $78 M14 (Pair) - $78 M15 (Pair) - $60 M16 (Pair) - $60 |
Gong Gut
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SUSPENSION OF GONGS - Each Paiste Gong comes with suspension made of string. Gut string is supremely as it minimizes the transfer of vibrations to the Gong-Stand. From time to time the gut string should be examined for wear and tear and, if necessary, be replaced. Each Gong should be suspended so that it may swing freely forward, back, and to the sides without touching the stand. Replacement gut string is available on request.
Price : (For Special Order Only) 20" - $12 22" - $14 24" - $17 26" - $19 28" - $20 30" - $24 32" - $30 34" - $31 36" - $42 38" - $43 40" - $47 50" - $75 60" - $94 80" - $374 |