
Wieland Welzel, Principal Timpanist, Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra:
"The Berlin Classic Timpani constructed by Wolfgang Hardtke, are
among the best Timpani being built today. The finely crafted workmanship
and the superb sound qualities have convinced me: these are top class
instruments built in accordance with legendary Berlin Timpani manufacturing
traditions."
Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra

Friedhelm May, Principal Timpanist, Komische Oper Berlin:
"In many cases,
normal kettle sizes cannot perform equally well in high and low registers.
The Berlin Classic Timpani, with its new kettle sizes and shape has a
perfectly balanced and dynamic sound in the entire register. It has been a
pleasure to be part of the development of these outstanding timpani"
Komische Oper Berlin

Heiner Herzog, Principal Timpanist, Berlin Symphony Orchestra, BSO:
"The Berlin
Classic Timpani from Wolfgang Hardtke and his Berliner Paukenwerkstatt
fully satisfies the high demands of leading orchestras with respect to
tonal qualities and ease of use.
They are pure pleasure!"
Berlin Symphony Orchestra
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