{"product_id":"paiste-m5","title":"Paiste M5 Gong Mallet","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"powr-popup\" id=\"265911f3_1763734998\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRich and expansive. A steady foundation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M5 brings forward a deeper, more resonant tone, engaging more of the gong’s low-end presence. It allows the sound to build with weight while remaining smooth and controlled.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Paiste Gong Mallets\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaiste mallets are known for their balance, durability, and warm tonal response. Each mallet is wrapped in soft lambswool, allowing the gong to open gradually while maintaining a rounded, full sound.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike harder mallets that can quickly emphasize higher frequencies, Paiste mallets are designed to bring forward the fundamental tone of the gong first, with harmonics developing naturally over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaiste’s sizing recommendations are traditionally based on orchestral use, where larger mallets are used to create faster and more powerful crashes. In a sound-based or meditative context, many practitioners prefer working with slightly smaller mallets for greater control, sensitivity, and ease over longer sessions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing a mallet is less about strict sizing and more about how it feels in your hand, and how it allows the gong to respond within your practice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"322133d2_1622044614\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for:\u003c\/strong\u003e This mallet is recommended by Paiste for a 26\" to 32\" Symphonic gong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Length: 16” \/ 406 mm\u003cbr\u003eHead Diameter: 4” \/ 90 mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 15 oz \/ 420 gr\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"491f94b4_1623249851\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"322133d2_1622044614\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt often becomes a core mallet in a setup, supporting both depth and continuity in practice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paiste","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47359727042781,"sku":"M5","price":192.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/8578\/3773\/files\/PaisteMallet_M4__51697.1546892992.1280.1280.jpg?v=1770183477","url":"https:\/\/sunreed.com\/products\/paiste-m5","provider":"Sunreed™ Instruments","version":"1.0","type":"link"}