Care & cleaning

Why Gong Care is so important

Your gong is a precision instrument. Fingerprints, dust, and oxidation accumulate on its surface over time, affecting not only its appearance but also its sound in the long run. Regular care keeps the surface clean, protects the material, and ensures your gong sounds as it should – during every session.

Especially nickel silver gongs, like those available in our range, are sensitive to skin oils and moisture. A quick clean after playing is the best preventative measure.

The Right Products for Your Gong

For a thorough cleaning, we rely on the proven cleaning stone – a classic, mild cleaner that gently removes stubborn deposits without damaging the surface. Together with the included sponge, you can make your gong shine again in just a few minutes.

For the finishing touch, use Poliboy Metal Polish. It gives the surface a uniform shine and creates a protective film over the metal, which prevents new deposits. Poliboy is a trusted product for high-quality metal surfaces, including nickel silver.

The Gong Care Bundle: Everything You Need

If you don't want to search for long, opt for the Gong Care Bundle. It includes the cleaning stone with a sponge and Poliboy Metal Polish – all perfectly matched and ready to use. This bundle is the easiest and most affordable way to keep your gong in top condition permanently.

Also ideal as a gift for anyone new to sound work who doesn't yet have care accessories.

How to Properly Care for Your Gong

Caring for your gong is straightforward. Lightly dampen the sponge, rub off some of the cleaning stone, and clean the gong surface in circular motions. Then rinse thoroughly and wipe dry. For a final shine, apply some Poliboy to a soft cloth and work it in evenly, then polish with a clean cloth.

The result: a gong that shines as if it just came from the workshop.

Still have questions about gong care? We and our chatbot are here for you!

Are you unsure which product is right for your gong or how often you should clean it? Our chatbot on the website can help you quickly, 24/7. For personal recommendations from Olli and his team, you can reach us anytime at kontakt@ollihess.de. We know our gongs and will give you tips that truly work.

Well-Maintained Gongs Sound Longer

A gong that is regularly cleaned and cared for retains its sound characteristics for years. Oxidation and deposits can impair the surface's ability to vibrate – regular care prevents exactly that. With the Gong Care Bundle, the effort is minimal, but the effect is clearly noticeable.

Your gong deserves to be well cared for.

Gong Care and the Right Instruments

Of course, care only makes sense if you also have the right instrument. Take a look at our nickel silver gongs – handcrafted in collaboration with gong maker Broder Oetken and personally checked by Olli for their sound spectrum. If you want to use your gong optimally, you'll find the right tools in our professional gong mallets and friction mallets.