The Wish Ball XL is the scaled-up version of HEMPER's wish-ball design — a large round chamber built for volume, running a matrix showerhead percolator inside. It sells for $199.99.
What a matrix perc adds at this size
A matrix percolator is a cylinder with slits cut around its whole circumference, top to bottom, rather than a single ring at the base. Smoke exits through every one of them at once.
The more slits, the more separate bubbles, and the more bubbles the greater the total surface area touching water. That surface area is what strips heat, which is why a matrix handles a big pull without the harshness a plain downstem would deliver at the same volume.
Why the XL body needs it
Large chambers hold more smoke, and more smoke arriving at once is exactly when filtration falls behind. Pairing the oversized ball with a matrix rather than a simple perc keeps the draw matched to the capacity.
The round chamber also keeps a deep pool of water sitting low in the piece, which helps a tall bong stay planted instead of top-heavy.
Who it's for
This is a stay-at-home centrepiece for someone who wants the big pull and has the table space to leave it set up. It is not a travel piece and does not pretend to be.
For other oversized options, the Beast 18" XL Beaker goes taller on a classic beaker and the 70s XL Bong takes the retro route. The range is on the HEMPER brand page.
Keeping it clean
Percolated glass traps resin where a cloth will never reach. Change the water every couple of sessions, and once a week plug both ends and soak the chamber in isopropyl and coarse salt. Shake in short bursts rather than one long rattle, then rinse with warm rather than hot water so the glass never takes a thermal shock.
Specs
- Percolator: matrix showerhead
- Chamber: oversized ball form
- Size: XL
- Material: glass
- Price: $199.99
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