Large brass gong.
Formerly gongs were used for giving a variety of signals such as announcing a death or a wedding, or to summon people for a meeting. They are still extensively used to announce an approaching bridal party. They are also played in a gong ensemble for entertainment. Gongs made of iron have a high and loud but pleasant sound. They are valued more than brass gongs.
If a bride is taken (to the place of the wedding) there should be two gongs being beaten.
OTHERS CONCERNING INSTRUMENTS
| sulanting |
beat rythm on kulintangan |
| sumbang |
dissonant, jarring (in gong set) |