Beater Chao Gong, 13 3/4" (35 Cm) Gmmb9. The Chao Gong is a very elegant and distinctive gong that produces a full and sustained wash of musical overtones. Its beauty and its traditional appearance make it a centerpiece in any space, indoors or outdoors. This style of gong dates from the Han Dynasty where it was used for spiritual drumming, large meetings, and to announce the procession of important people. In more modern times, the chao gong has found a place in different genres of music, most notably symphony orchestras. The Chao Gong, otherwise known as a tam-tam, is one of the most familiar looking Chinese gongs. The chao gong differs in shape from the wind gong in that it has a rim around the outside edge. It also has a very distinctive "target" appearance. It is made of a bronze alloy which is roughly 80% copper and 20% tin, and the crafting process is a mixture of hand hammering and working the bronze on a lathe while carefully heating and cooling the metal. On the chao gong, the center spot and outside rim retain the black copper oxide that forms when the gong is made. On the rest of the gong this coating is removed and the surface is polished. Chao gongs are available in a range of sizes, with each size having its own distinct full sound. Smaller sizes have a rich but higher sound while the larger sizes are deeper and ring with more power and sustain. Product Features Made of a bronze alloy which is roughly 80% copper and 20% tin, and the crafting process is a mixture of hand hammering and working the bronze on a lathe while carefully heating and cooling the metal. Chao gongs are available in a range of sizes, with each size having its own distinct full sound. Smaller sizes have a rich but higher sound while the larger sizes are deeper and ring with more power and sustain. Size: 13.75 inches / 35 cm Shipping: Shipping is complimentary within the lower 48 US States. We Do Not Ship to PO/APO Boxes, HI or Alaska We Do Not Ship Outside of the Continental US All items ship within 24-72 hours of Payment For large items that require Freight shipping a valid phone number is required to call and schedule your delivery Terms of Sale and Feedback: Feedback is extremely important to us and If you are satisfied with our transaction, please take a moment to leave Positive Feedback. YOUR Satisfaction is our #1 Priority! If there are any issues, PLEASE contact us BEFORE leaving a neutral or negative rating so that we may resolve any concerns. We PROMISE we can make you happy if you give us a fair chance. Returns / Concerns: All items qualify for returns within 14 - 30 days of receipt. Buyer is responsible for return shipping on any item that is not damaged Please be sure this is an item you want before making your purchase. Customer Satisfaction is our TOP priority! All items are IN STOCK at time of listing. Inventory changes constantly and it is impossible to maintain a perfectly accurate count of all items. Please do not penalize us if we have to issue you a refund! Thank You For Your Business!