It has a flaring metal bell and has a loud tone, and is used in an ensemble together with xylophone, tuned gongs, and tuned drums. There are two distinct forms: the smaller form is called the hne galay () whilst the larger is called the hne gyi ().
This instrument features a shining metal clapper and emits a loud tone, typically performed in an ensemble with xylophone, gongs, and drums. There are two versions: the compact form is known as the hne galay () whereas the larger one is called the hne gyi ().