Balance and Depth: MEINL Chau Yin & Yang 28"/70 cm
The MEINL Sonic Energy Chau Tam-Tam Yin & Yang 28"/70 cm is designed to serve both deep individual meditation and larger group sessions. At 70 centimetres in diameter, this hand-hammered bronze gong delivers a deeper, longer, and more physically felt sound wave, while the Yin & Yang symbol engraved on its face unites the acoustic and spiritual dimensions of the practice.
Why 28 Inches?
Larger Chau gongs reach deeper on the tonal scale, hold their resonance longer, and deliver stronger body vibration. The 28" model:
- Provides a deeper fundamental and longer sustain than the 24" version
- Works well in group sound baths of 15 to 25 people
- Delivers stronger body vibration alongside a meaningful visual focal point
- Is large enough to become the centrepiece of a meditation room
The Meaning of the Yin & Yang Symbol
Yin & Yang is one of the central concepts in Chinese philosophy: the balanced, complementary harmony of dark and light, feminine and masculine, passive and active energies. On a Chau gong, this symbol is not merely decorative — it is a statement of the instrument's spiritual purpose. The sound of a Chau gong itself facilitates balanced transformation, and the symbol makes that intention visible in the space.
Hand-Hammered Bronze
Every MEINL Sonic Energy instrument is shaped by hand. The Yin & Yang symbol is formed during manufacture, not applied afterwards. The bronze alloy provides the rich, warm, long-sustaining tone characteristic of Chau gongs worldwide.
Package Contents
The CHYY28 includes:
- 1x MEINL Sonic Energy Chau Tam-Tam Yin & Yang gong, 28"/70 cm
- 1x beater
- 1x protective carry bag / cover
A gong stand is available separately.
For Professional Sound Therapists and Meditation Teachers
The MEINL Sonic Energy line has become one of the most trusted instrument families among professional sound therapists, yoga instructors, and meditation teachers over the past decades. The 28" Yin & Yang model sits in the mid-heavyweight category: large enough for professional use, compact enough for regular transport.