E Wand Friction Mallet

Fast response. Clear articulation.

The E-Wand features a silicone sleeve over a firm core, allowing it to respond quickly on the gong’s surface. It excels at producing clear, high-pitched friction tones with precision.

About Friction Mallets

Friction mallets are used by applying pressure and movement across the surface of a gong, rather than striking it. This technique draws out continuous tones, often experienced as rising, singing, or “whale-like” sounds.

Different materials and surface textures influence how the gong responds. Softer or tackier mallets tend to create smoother, higher tones, while harder or more textured mallets can access deeper, more rumbling frequencies.

Friction playing is highly responsive to touch. Small adjustments in pressure, speed, and placement can dramatically shift the sound, making these tools ideal for exploratory and immersive playing.

Best suited for: bright, fast-reacting “whale” tones

Size: 91/4”

In practice, it offers immediacy, allowing you to quickly engage the gong and explore higher tonal textures.