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Chalklin Esoteric Gong Mallet – 40-44″

Original price was: £96.79.Current price is: £87.11.

Masterful power with sublime control โ€“ the Chalklin CGME6 Esoteric Gong Mallet is engineered for serious percussionists seeking ultimate expression on large gongs. With an extended 40-44″ handle and a thoughtfully balanced head, this mallet provides unparalleled reach, control, and dynamic range. Designed to draw deep, complex tones and shimmering overtones, the CGME6 allows for expansive swells, majestic crescendos, and nuanced articulation in concert, ceremonial, or cinematic settings.

Key Features:

  • Handle Length: 40-44 inches โ€“ Extra-long shaft for extended reach and enhanced leverage

  • Head Type: Esoteric design โ€“ Crafted for rich, complex tonal textures and deep resonance

  • Head Material: Precision-wound core with premium wrapping โ€“ Balances attack and sustain

  • Sound Character: Powerful, lush, and harmonically rich โ€“ Ideal for expressive, atmospheric playing

  • Weight: Medium-heavy โ€“ Provides stability with responsive rebound

  • Build Quality: Handcrafted in the UK โ€“ Precision construction for professional durability and consistency

Availability: In stock with our supplier
Estimated Delivery Date 25/08/2025
 SKU: CGME6

Description

The CGME6 is the go-to mallet for percussionists tackling large gongs who demand both authority and subtlety in their performance tools.

Sound & Feel:

  • Rich and Expansive โ€“ Esoteric head design pulls a wide spectrum of tonal colours and depth

  • Balanced and Comfortable โ€“ Long handle offers leverage without sacrificing control

  • Dynamic and Responsive โ€“ Perfect for soft swells and powerful strikes alike

Built for Monumental Musical Moments:

  • Ideal for large concert gongs, ceremonial instruments, and cinematic soundscapes

  • Long handle facilitates dramatic, sweeping gestures with precision

  • Durable materials ensure long-lasting performance and tonal consistency

Ideal For:

  • Professional percussionists performing with large gongs requiring extended reach and tonal nuance

  • Composers and sound designers creating immersive, atmospheric sound environments

  • Ceremonial and ritual musicians needing commanding yet sensitive mallet articulation

  • Educators and students specialising in large gong technique and sound exploration

Command the full sonic power of your large gong with the Chalklin CGME6 โ€“ an esoteric mallet designed for reach, richness, and expressive mastery.

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