18 cm Hand Gong with Wooden Mallet A compact Chinese traditional percussion instrument designed for clear projection and long sustain in outdoor and largevenue settings. Key benefits Powerful, balanced sound: Heavy low frequencies, clear frequencies, and a long lingering sustain deliver presence and musical clarity in open or noisy environments. Ready to play: Includes a wooden mallet so the instrument can be used immediately for rehearsals, performances, or practice. Portable and practical: 18 cm diameter and a lightweight design make it easy to transport between gigs, classes, and events. Consistent tone quality: Forged and tuned through multiple striking and adjustment steps to produce a pure, loud, and penetrating sound suitable for live performance. Durable material: Made of copper (brass) for good sound conductivity and a rich tonal character that suits both traditional and contemporary percussion setups. Function and compatibility Designed for use as a hand gong in percussion sections, traditional ensembles, marching or stage performances, and outdoor events. Compatible with standard percussion rigs and handheld performance setups where a compact, projecting gong is needed. Practical use scenarios Outdoor festival or largevenue performance where strong low end and clear frequencies are required to cut through ambient noise. School or community orchestra and traditional ensemble rehearsals and concerts that require a portable, reliable percussion voice. Sound cues and effects for theater productions, film scoring sessions, or live shows that need a focused, lingering gong tone. Specifications Size: 18 cm diameter Material: Copper (brass) Includes: Wooden mallet Construction: Multiple forging, knocking, and tuning processes for pure tone and penetrating volume This hand gong provides a portable, well tuned percussion voice for performers who need clear projection, durable construction, and immediate playability.