Why Gongs Are So Expensive, So Expensive

The unmistakable sound of the gong has held spiritual significance in Southeast Asia for centuries. Handbeaten from sheet materials, the laborintensive shaping and delicate paintwork result in beautiful percussive instruments. Souvenir gongs can be bought for just a few dollars, but large, finely tuned gongs made from the best materials can fetch tens of thousands of dollars. So what are gongs actually used for And why are they so expensive MORE SO EXPENSIVE VIDEOS: Why Lotus Silk Is So Expensive, So Expensive Why Kolinsky Sable Brushes Are So Expensive, So Expensive Why Agarwood Is So Expensive, So Expensive