Explore Sound Through Precision
Gong mallets are the key to unlocking the full expressive range of gongs. Whether you’re striking with power or coaxing gentle resonance, the right accessory elevates both technique and tone.
Mallet Types & Tonal Characteristics
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Soft, Large-Head Mallets
Perfect for immersive and meditative use. A soft, padded head produces deep, mellow tones that bloom with lush sustain—ideal for sound baths and space-filling textures. -
Harder or Smaller-Head Mallets
Built for clarity and articulation, these mallets deliver brighter, more focused sounds—great for defined strokes and highlighting overtones in performance settings.
Choosing the Right Mallet for Your Gong
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Gong Size Matters:
Large gongs respond best to hefty, soft mallets for full-bodied sound. Smaller gongs work well with lighter, quieter beaters. -
Intended Use:
For sweeping, powerful tones choose soft, large heads. For sharper definition and precision, opt for harder tips or smaller heads. -
Mix and Match:
A combination of mallets—different sizes, head types, or friction styles—provides maximum flexibility and depth in your sound palette.
Why Shop Gong Mallets at Drum Central?
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Expert selection of mallets for every gong size and style.
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Balanced, durable designs built for comfort and control.
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Options for both meditative sound baths and performance use.
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Professional tools trusted by sound healers, therapists, and musicians.
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Meinl Sonic Energy Gong Beater – Small
Original price was: £74.99.£67.49Current price is: £67.49.The Meinl Sonic Energy Gong Beater – Small is built for players who want articulation and precision without sacrificing warmth. Its light weight makes it easy to control for delicate passages, while...
Estimated Delivery Date 05/09/2025 -
Chalklin Esoteric Gong Mallet – For 16 to 20″ Gongs
Original price was: £58.19.£52.37Current price is: £52.37.The CGME0 is perfect for percussionists seeking precise control and expressive depth on very small gongs and auxiliary percussion instruments. Sound & Feel: Warm and Detailed – Esoteric hea...
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Chalklin Esoteric Gong Mallet – For 26 to 28″ Gongs
Original price was: £68.09.£61.28Current price is: £61.28.The CGME2 is ideal for percussionists seeking detailed control and rich expression on small gongs and auxiliary instruments. Sound & Feel: Warm and Focused – Esoteric head design produces a...
Estimated Delivery Date 09/09/2025 -
Chalklin Esoteric Gong Mallet – for 30 to 32″ Gongs
Original price was: £74.39.£66.95Current price is: £66.95.The CGME3 is designed for percussionists seeking articulate control and tonal richness on smaller gongs and auxiliary percussion. Sound & Feel: Warm and Detailed – Esoteric head delivers a...
Estimated Delivery Date 09/09/2025 -
Chalklin Esoteric Gong Mallet – for 36 to 40″ Gongs
Original price was: £86.89.£78.20Current price is: £78.20.The CGME5 is tailored for percussionists seeking expressive versatility and tonal depth on mid-to-large sized gongs. Sound & Feel: Deep and Resonant – Esoteric head design pulls out rich ha...
Estimated Delivery Date 09/09/2025 -
Chalklin Esoteric Gong Mallet – for 40 to 44″ Gongs
Original price was: £96.79.£87.11Current price is: £87.11.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 – Esoteric head des...
Estimated Delivery Date 09/09/2025 -
Chalklin GM1 Gong Mallet – Small
Original price was: £67.19.£60.47Current price is: £60.47.The CGM1 is perfect for percussionists seeking detailed expression and tonal clarity on small gongs and auxiliary instruments. Sound & Feel: Warm and Focused – Small felt head produces clea...
Estimated Delivery Date 09/09/2025 -
Chalklin GM2 Gong Mallet – Medium
Original price was: £75.29.£67.76Current price is: £67.76.The CGM2 is tailored for percussionists seeking expressive versatility and tonal richness on medium to large gongs. Sound & Feel: Rich and Resonant – Medium felt head produces warm, full-bo...
Estimated Delivery Date 09/09/2025 -
Chalklin GM3 Gong Mallet – Large
Original price was: £84.19.£75.77Current price is: £75.77.The CGM3 is the ideal mallet for percussionists seeking strong projection and expressive versatility on large gongs. Sound & Feel: Deep and Resonant – Large felt head produces rich, full-bo...
Estimated Delivery Date 09/09/2025 -
Chalklin TT0 Tam-Tam Mallet with Metal Handle – X-Small
Original price was: £64.49.£58.04Current price is: £58.04.The CTT0 is the ideal mallet for percussionists seeking the utmost control and clarity in delicate tam-tam passages and specialised percussion textures. Sound & Feel: Crisp and Defined – Li...
Estimated Delivery Date 09/09/2025 -
Chalklin TT1 Tam-Tam Mallet with Metal Handle – Small
Original price was: £77.09.£69.38Current price is: £69.38.The CTT1 excels in delivering focused strokes and delicate textures, making it an essential tool for expressive tam-tam performances in intimate or detailed musical contexts. Sound & Feel: Cl...
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Chalklin TT2 Tam-Tam Mallet with Metal Handle – Medium
Original price was: £90.49.£81.44Current price is: £81.44.The CTT2 excels in delivering nuanced performances, providing percussionists with a mallet that’s equally suited for subtle textures and impactful passages. Sound & Feel: Warm and Clear –...
Estimated Delivery Date 09/09/2025 -
Chalklin TT3 Tam-Tam Mallet with Metal Handle – Large
Original price was: £109.29.£98.36Current price is: £98.36.The CTT3 is a go-to mallet for percussionists seeking power, depth, and control in both subtle and dramatic tam-tam applications. Sound & Feel: Full and Expressive – Padded head brings out...
Estimated Delivery Date 09/09/2025 -
Chalklin TT4 Tam-Tam Mallet with Metal Handle – X-Large
Original price was: £116.49.£104.84Current price is: £104.84.The CTT4 is the definitive choice for tam-tam performances that require thunderous impact and precise control over dynamics and resonance. Sound & Feel: Massive and Lush – XL padded head dr...
Estimated Delivery Date 09/09/2025 -
Chalklin Tuned Gong Mallet – Small Wound
Original price was: £55.59.£50.03Current price is: £50.03.The CTG1 is ideal for performers seeking nuanced expression and tonal richness on tuned gongs and similar percussion instruments. Sound & Feel: Warm and Focused – Wound head provides a mell...
Estimated Delivery Date 09/09/2025 -
Chalklin Wind Gong Mallet – Medium Wound
Original price was: £68.99.£62.09Current price is: £62.09.The CWG2 is perfect for wind gongs, tam-tams, and other flat gongs where a smooth dynamic arc and rich sustain are essential. Sound & Feel: Smooth and Expansive – Wound head encourages even...
Estimated Delivery Date 09/09/2025 -
Meinl Sonic Energy Gong & Singing Bowl Mallet – Medium
Original price was: £23.59.£21.23Current price is: £21.23.The Meinl Sonic Energy Gong & Singing Bowl Mallet – Medium is carefully crafted to provide a soft attack and long sustain while still offering the power and control needed for larger instruments...
Estimated Delivery Date 14/09/2025 -
Meinl Sonic Energy Gong & Singing Bowl Mallet – Small
Original price was: £18.99.£17.09Current price is: £17.09.The Meinl Sonic Energy Gong & Singing Bowl Mallet – Small is carefully designed to produce a soft attack and long sustain, allowing instruments to resonate fully while maintaining precision. Its...
Estimated Delivery Date 14/09/2025 -
ProMark Performer Series Gong Mallet – Large
Original price was: £73.59.£66.23Current price is: £66.23.ProMark’s Performer Series is crafted to serve the needs of the most discerning percussionists. The PSGB1 provides the ideal balance of power and nuance, allowing for impactful single strokes or smo...
Estimated Delivery Date 09/09/2025 -
ProMark Performer Series Gong Mallet – Small
Original price was: £64.00.£57.60Current price is: £57.60.ProMark’s Performer Series is developed to offer tonal clarity, comfort, and durability for a wide range of players and musical contexts. The PSGB2 excels in situations where lighter touch and faste...
Estimated Delivery Date 09/09/2025 -
Vater Gong Mallet
Original price was: £56.89.£51.20Current price is: £51.20.The Vater Gong Mallet is built for percussionists who require both subtlety and power. Its soft, yarn-wrapped head is ideal for drawing out fundamental low-end tones with clarity, while the long handl...
Estimated Delivery Date 09/09/2025 -
Meinl Sonic Energy Gong Beater – Large
Original price was: £84.69.£76.22Current price is: £76.22.The Meinl Sonic Energy Gong Beater – Large is built for percussionists and sound practitioners who need both subtlety and projection. Its balanced weight allows for smooth rolls and gradual crescend...
Estimated Delivery Date 30/09/2025 -
Meinl Sonic Energy Gong Mallet – Large (Chai)
Original price was: £93.99.£84.59Current price is: £84.59.The Meinl Sonic Energy Gong Mallet – Large (Chai) is carefully designed to offer both subtlety and projection. The soft fleece head ensures smooth, resonant tones while the sheep wool core adds warm...
Estimated Delivery Date 30/09/2025 -
Meinl Sonic Energy Gong Mallet – Large (Lavender)
Original price was: £93.99.£84.59Current price is: £84.59.The Meinl Sonic Energy Gong Mallet – Large (Lavender) is carefully designed to offer both subtlety and projection. The soft fleece head ensures smooth, resonant tones while the sheep wool core adds...
Estimated Delivery Date 30/09/2025
