Yes. The gong sets include a mallet, so customers have what they need to play the gong without buying a separate beater. The mallet size varies with the gong.

These are handcrafted instruments with complex overtones, and most products in the range are not sold with a guaranteed pitch.

Small differences in tone and resonance should be expected with handcrafted instruments. The way a gong is struck also changes the sound, so retailers should avoid promising that every piece will sound identical to a demonstration model. Also striking position and mallet choice affect the resulting sound.

A supervised demonstration can be very useful for a product where sound is part of the buying decision. Use the supplied mallet and start with a gentle strike; there is rarely any need to give a shop gong the full ceremonial treatment on a Saturday afternoon.

Yes. The larger gongs and their carved stands are substantial pieces, both in footprint and weight, so check the individual dimensions before ordering and make sure the display surface or floor position is stable. They are better planned as a feature display than squeezed onto an ordinary shelf.

It is best sold for indoor use. The construction combines metal with Albasia wood, and prolonged damp or outdoor exposure may affect both the finish and the wooden stand.

It is best treated as the established product and wellness terminology rather than a medical promise. Retailers can talk about sound, meditation, relaxation and personal wellbeing, but claims that gong use treats anxiety, pain or another medical condition require robust evidence.