Paiste Bronze Gong No. 2 – 28"

Paiste P-BG350228-EPW900 Bronze Gong No. 2 – 28"

Product Description

The Paiste Bronze Gong No. 2 (28") is a masterfully handcrafted instrument rooted in the European gong-making tradition. Made from CuSn8 bronze (92% copper, 8% tin), it offers a rich, warm, and voluminous sound with an expansive spectrum of frequencies and harmonics.

Compared to nickel silver gongs of similar size, bronze gongs typically produce a lower fundamental pitch, along with a fuller and more resonant tonal body. The result is a deeply immersive sound ideal for both performance and sound healing environments.

The No. 2 model features a heavily hammered center, evoking the character of classic Paiste Sound Creation Water Gongs. This design produces deep, mysterious low tones at the center, while the outer rim reveals brighter frequencies that build into a controlled, shimmering wash.

One of the most unique aspects of bronze gongs is their ability to evolve over time. Through regular playing and natural aging, the metal structure subtly changes, allowing the instrument to develop a personalized voice shaped by the player.

Features

• Hand-hammered bronze gong with rich harmonic complexity
• Warm, full-bodied sound with a lower fundamental tone
• Deep central tones with shimmering outer overtones
• Highly dynamic and responsive to playing technique
• Evolving tonal character over time
• Ideal for sound healing, performance, and meditation

Construction

• Material: CuSn8 Bronze (92% copper, 8% tin)
• Manufacturing: Traditional hand-hammered process
• Design: Heavily hammered center for tonal depth

Sound Characteristics

• Lower fundamental pitch compared to nickel silver gongs
• Warm, resonant, and voluminous tone
• Deep bass response at the center
• Bright, controlled wash at the rim

Specifications

• Diameter: 28"
• Series: Paiste Bronze Gong
• Model: No. 2