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SABIAN24" Symphonic Gong

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SABIAN 24" Symphonic Gong

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The Korena take

A 24-inch SABIAN symphonic gong. For orchestral percussionists, theater pits, and studios needing a full, sustained gong wash rather than a pitched note.

SABIAN 24" Symphonic Gong product detail
Product studySABIAN 24" Symphonic Gong

Strong match

Who this is for

  • Orchestral and concert band percussion sections
  • Theater and film scoring sessions needing a long swell
  • Studio use where a sustained low wash is wanted

Consider the trade-offs

When to look elsewhere

  • Drummers wanting a pitched, tuned tone from a gong
  • Small rehearsal rooms where a 24-inch swell overwhelms
  • Anyone without a stand or hanging rig already

What matters in use

The specifications, translated

Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.

Detail 01

24-inch diameter

Mid-size for a symphonic gong. Enough mass for a long swell without needing a full-height frame.

Detail 02

Symphonic type

Unpitched and washy by design. It builds into a broad roar rather than sounding a defined note.

Detail 03

Hanging instrument

Suspends from a frame or stand by cord. It is not played resting on anything.

Detail 04

Heavy for its size

A 24-inch gong needs a proper gong stand. A cymbal boom will not hold it safely.

Detail 05

Sold as the gong alone

No stand, cord, or mallet included. Those are separate purchases.

Final check

Know before you order

  1. 01No stand, mounting cord, or mallet included. Budget for all three.
  2. 02A gong mallet is required. Drumsticks will not draw out the swell.
  3. 03Needs floor space and ceiling clearance for a hanging frame.

Product questions

Before you decide

Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.

01Does this come with a stand?

No. The gong ships alone. You need a gong stand or frame rated for a 24-inch instrument, plus cord to hang it and a mallet to play it.

02Is a symphonic gong the same as a tam-tam?

In common use, yes. Symphonic gongs are unpitched and produce a broad wash. Pitched gongs with a raised center boss are a different instrument.

03Can I hit it with a drumstick?

You can, but you get a thin clank instead of a swell. A soft gong mallet is what brings out the full sustain.

04Is 24 inches big enough for an orchestra?

It works for most concert band and pit settings. Large symphony repertoire calling for a massive crescendo often uses 30 inches or larger.