{"product_id":"sonic-energy-g32-ma-gong-mars-32-381976","title":"G32-MA - MARS GONG 32\"","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Context and Positioning Within the Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePlanetary Tuned\u003c\/strong\u003e gongs from \u003cstrong\u003eMeinl Sonic Energy\u003c\/strong\u003e embody an approach where the instrument is conceived as a meeting point between music, vibration, and deep listening. Within this range, the \u003cstrong\u003eMARS 32\"\u003c\/strong\u003e model emphasizes precise tuning linked to a so-called \"planetary\" frequency, while preserving the richness and sonic complexity typical of large hand-forged and hammered gongs. Each piece is crafted in Germany with a high standard of response and sound sustain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho This Gong Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Meinl Sonic Energy gong is intended for both \u003cstrong\u003emusicians\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003esound practitioners\u003c\/strong\u003e : sound therapists, sound bath facilitators, yoga instructors, meditators, or composers seeking organic textures. Its \u003cstrong\u003e32\" (81 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e diameter offers a significant presence and a wide dynamic range, particularly suited to \u003cstrong\u003eambient\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecinematic\u003c\/strong\u003e, experimental environments, as well as contexts of \u003cstrong\u003erelaxation\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eimmersive atmospheres\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures and Innovations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe principle behind planetary tuned gongs relies on precise manufacturing: the alloy is heated to very high temperatures and then \u003cstrong\u003ehammered by hand\u003c\/strong\u003e to achieve the desired \u003cstrong\u003epitch\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003etonality\u003c\/strong\u003e. This fine tuning targets a specific frequency, here \u003cstrong\u003e144.72 Hz\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eD2\u003c\/strong\u003e, associated with \"Mars\" according to Hans Cousto's calculations. To reinforce the instrument's identity, \u003cstrong\u003ealchemical symbols\u003c\/strong\u003e corresponding to the planet are \u003cstrong\u003eprinted on the front\u003c\/strong\u003e of the gong.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a handcrafted instrument, each gong is \u003cstrong\u003eunique\u003c\/strong\u003e : hammering patterns and color variations resulting from heating are integral to its character. This uniqueness is not a flaw but a reflection of complex manual work that contributes to the sonic personality of each piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSound Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA gong of this size typically develops a \u003cstrong\u003ebroad\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eenveloping\u003c\/strong\u003e sound, with a progressive vibration buildup allowing for crescendos, pads, and very rich harmonics. Hand hammering promotes a lively response: the attack can remain soft with the mallet, then open up to a denser and more complex spectrum as energy increases.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe intended result here is a \u003cstrong\u003erelaxing\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eatmospheric\u003c\/strong\u003e sound, with generous sustain and a sense of depth. Played lightly, the gong can support subtle textures\u0026#59; played with more force, it reveals a more dramatic dimension, ideal for punctuating a session, creating a transition, or establishing controlled tension within a soundscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"flex:1 1 300px;width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstrument size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eLarge\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003egong\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003egong\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003emetal\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"flex:1 1 300px;width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eCover\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequencies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e145 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinishing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eHammered\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e32 \u0026quot;\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:2rem\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ePlanetary Tuned Gong Meinl Sonic Energy MARS 32\u0026quot;\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e144.72 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eD2\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003etuning based on the calculations of Hans Cousto (The Cosmic Octave)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 300px\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ehandcrafted\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of manufacture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcess\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003ealloy heated to high temperature then hand hammered to reach pitch and tonality\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecificity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eeach gong is unique (possible variations in hammering patterns and coloration)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd style=\"text-align:left\"\u003eprinted alchemical symbols for the planet on the front of the gong\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sonic Energy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54358300786963,"sku":"381976","price":2189.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/0872\/6803\/files\/5a03e7cb7258e90239febbb5cf2e64d69fd6e2ce_G32_MA.jpg?v=1787340899","url":"https:\/\/woodbrass.shop\/products\/sonic-energy-g32-ma-mars-gong-32-381976","provider":"Woodbrass.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}