I was kind of dissapointed at first hearing it on its own, it has kind of a frail sort of sound in my opinion. I even prefer the 200g on its own. But in company with the other bowls from the same series it does bring its own uniqueness into the mix, but this particular one that I got certainly needs the others to work. Price considered and also the fact that all bowls are different, I cannot complain too much, though. I'm glad it has a family to support it, and a family it can support too. All in all not a bad purchase! :)