The differences between gongs and cymbals are quite confusing and many people consider the two being essentially the same instrument, the names given to them being merely a matter of word usage. However, other specialists say that gongs and cymbals are two distinct instruments that are essentially different in terms of mounting (cymbals are mounted by the center, while gongs are mounted by their rim), in terms of type as well as in terms of the sound delivered. Here are some distinct types of gongs and cymbals:

• -Types of gongs – gongs belong to the family of membranophones, that is, they are instruments sounded by striking a membrane. The two main types of gongs are suspended gongs that are usually hung on a stand by a string and bowls, also called singing bowls; You can easily find gong online sales and information.

• -Types of cymbals – cymbals belong the class of idiophones, that is, they are instruments that produce sound by way of vibrating as a whole, without any strings or membranes. Cymbals are more varied in terms of types, the range including orchestral cymbals, crash cymbals and hi hats, a subclass of crash cymbals known from marching bands as well as cymbals fitted with various accessories to pass the vibration to and to created special sound effects.