The Berlin Classic Timpani History

The Berlin Classic Timpani are made by leading German timpani manufacturer, Wolfgang Hardtke, in his "Berliner Paukenwerkstatt" - Berlin, Germany.

Wolfgang Hardtke is a direct descendant to the greatest timpani makers with a history going all the way back to the legendary Herr Günther Ringer.

With more than 15 years of experience as a timpani maker, he has already established a reputation as a highly skilled specialist in the timpani manufacturing and restoration business.

The "Berliner Paukenwerkstatt" is today considered one of the most serious manufacturers of the genuine Berlin timpani.