
The Wuhan Wind gong — sometimes called a feng or Chinese lion gong — is the bright, immediate cousin of the Chau. Flat, untuned and without a rolled rim, it speaks the instant it is struck: a fast metallic crash that swells into a shimmering, cymbal-like wash and fades quickly. Where a Chau blooms slowly and hangs in the air, a Wind gong arrives all at once.
Each gong starts as a bronze casting and is hand-hammered out to its finished diameter in Wuhan, China. The polished face darkens and patinas with use, which most players consider part of the instrument's character.
Choosing a size
- 8" to 12" — bright and cutting. Drum kit accents, studio colour, effects work.
- 16" to 22" — the working range. Big enough for orchestral crashes and sound baths, small enough to move.
- 28" — broad, dramatic, and loud. Concert and installation work.
Included
Every size ships with a gong mallet and suspension rope. A stand is not included — see our gong stands for a match to your size.
Specifications
Shipping Policy
USA Shipping
Orders usually ship Same Day when ordered before 1pm PST. However, shipping time can range between 24-48 hours of purchase, depending on the size of the order and stock quantity.
We use UPS Ground for orders in the US 48 contiguous states and ship M-F.
International Orders
We use Fedex, DHL, and UPS for International Orders, depending on which carrier has the most economical rates.
NOTE: our shipping prices for International Orders DO NOT include any duty or customs / brokerage fees the recipient country or the shipping carrier may charge.
The customer is 100% responsible for ALL additional duty or customs / brokerage fees.
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