gong

gohng

[ Malay ]

Definition

A percussion instrument of Chinese origin, consisting of a large, round, thick disk of metal suspended in a frame and struck with a padded stick. When it is struck it produces a very loud sound with a fundamental note and rich overtones. Even though the gong produces a fundamental pitch, it is typically considered to be untuned percussion or a non-pitched instrument.

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Last Updated: 2013-02-14 19:10:14