MEINL Wu Xing gongs are made in Germany following the European tradition of gong making. These gongs are tuned with a wider range of frequencies, allowing them to produce complex sounds and beautiful harmonies within themselves. And because each one is handmade, the gong makers ensure that these gongs express themselves very clearly, from a soft whisper to a deep roar. The name Wu Xing comes from an old Chinese expression that translates to the five elements of life. It is from these elements that the gongs are created and used to balance life in the universe.