Woodstock Emperor Tuned Gong 34" Natural

Inspired by traditional Asian design, the Emperor range offers a wonderful sound and is intended to reflect balance, harmony, grace and beauty. Chinese instrument makers have made gongs for thousands of years and are deserving of their reputation of making the best in the world. Many processes go into creating the special sound of a Chinese Gong, including fine toning as a result of hand-hammering. In Buddhism, the gong is sounded at the start and end of each day. In Chinese temples, gongs are struck 108 times because it's believed that sentient beings have 108 types of worries.Overall the teaching is upon hearing the gong, worries will cease, wisdom will grow. Nothing has the ability to transport us to another time and place quite like the brilliant resonance of a gong. Gongs were sounded to chase away evil spirits, warn of invading armies, heal the sick and invoke the spirits of the dead. To be touched by a gong was said to bring happiness and strength. Today, this revered instrument of warriors, emperors, princes and priests adds a special aura to any setting. Handcrafted using traditional methods, Woodstock Gongs bring the ancient wonders of the Far East home. To extend the life of your Chimes it is suggested that the wood has wood wax or lemon oil applied periodically to prolong the life of the chime and protect the wood from the weather. Aluminium tubes may naturally pit or oxidize when placed outdoors, but the sound is not affected. The tubes and other noted parts can be cleaned with a damp cloth and mild soap and water. Any brass elements can be cleaned with a brass cleaner.Chimes and gongs should be brought in during extreme weather or harsh winters. All musically tuned Woodstock Chimes with aluminium tubes come with a lifetime tuning guarantee. The authentic and original musically tuned windchime , Woodstock Chimes are of premier quality, affordable & value priced. Created by GRAMMY Award-winning musician Garry Kvistad , for nearly 40 years Woodstock Chimes has been the choice of discerning UK customers. Bells of Paradise tuning is based on an ancient system known as just intonation. This means that the frequencies at which the different tubes vibrate are related to one another by simple whole-number ratios. Tones that are connected in this way produce the purest, most beautiful musical intervals. The stylish look and inspiring sound of this chime will deeply fulfil your longing for paradise. Made of aluminum tubes that are specially suspended, these chimes resonate longer than other windchimes , which in turn bathes you in enduring harmony every time the wind blows. This chime carries a lifetime tuning guarantee. Comes in a beautiful presentation box To extend the life of your Chimes it is suggested that the wood has wood wax or lemon oil applied periodically to prolong the life of the chime and protect the wood from the weather. Aluminium tubes may naturally pit or oxidize when placed outdoors, but the sound is not affected. The tubes and other noted parts can be cleaned with a damp cloth and mild soap and water. Any brass elements can be cleaned with a brass cleaner.Chimes and gongs should be brought in during extreme weather or harsh winters. What are Woodstock wind chimes and garden bells? Woodstock wind chimes and garden bells are products created by the Woodstock Chimes company. Woodstock Chimes is well-known for producing high-quality, precision-tuned wind chimes and bells that are designed for both musical and decorative purposes. Here are key features: Wind Chimes: Woodstock wind chimes are musical instruments made up of tuned tubes or rods that produce harmonious sounds when struck by the wind. The tubes are usually made of materials like aluminum, bamboo, or brass. Woodstock is known for its attention to precision tuning, creating chimes with specific musical notes or scales. These wind chimes are often used outdoors, where they respond to the natural breeze. Garden Bells: Garden bells, like the Woodstock Seven Brass 20" Tuned Encore Garden Bells you mentioned, are sets of bells designed for outdoor use. They can be made of materials such as brass or other metals. The bells may be tuned to specific pitches, and they produce pleasant sounds when moved by the wind. Garden bells serve both decorative and functional purposes, enhancing outdoor spaces with visual appeal and musical charm. Woodstock Chimes offers a wide range of wind chim