Gongs Mallets

Gong mallets make a big difference in the sound quality & character of a gong. Sabian & Cannon mallets are brighter sounding than the Paiste mallets; so they are great for bringing out a slightly brighter timbre with a quicker response compared to the warmer & softer response of the Paiste mallets.

There are several factors of a mallet that impact the timbre (sound quality) & response of the gong.   The main factors are the: Size of mallet head; Hardness-Softness of mallet head; Shape of head, & Weight of head & handle.  As a rule of thumb: the harder & smaller the mallet head, the brighter the timbre; while the softer & larger the head, the warmer the timbre.

For Wuhan Chinese Gongs and Sabian Gongs we recommend Sabian Mallets, Cannon Mallets & Super-Rub Friction Mallets & e-Flumies. Paiste mallets also work very well on 26" & larger Wind Gongs, Chau Gongs & Zodiac gongs.

For Paiste Gongs & Meinl Gongs, we recommend Paiste mallets as they are warmest sounding mallets & are designed for Paiste gongs. Still, there are other mallets that sound great on Paiste gongs as well. Some that we use regularly are the Sabian Mallets, Super-Rub Friction Mallets & e-Flumies.