Wiener Pauken Produktions GmbH Mahler Alto 700
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Wiener Pauken Produktions GmbH
Mahler Alto 700
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The Mahler Alto 700 is a beautifully crafted, historically informed instrument built for serious orchestral percussionists who prioritize authentic Viennese sound. It’s a direct lineage to Mahler and Strauss's timpanis—a real statement piece and a joy to play, but not for the casual player.
Product Description
- Wiener Pauken Produktions GmbH Mahler Alto 700
- Timpani
- Gustav Mahler model
- Hans Schnellar system
- Tonal range: B - F
- Shell diameter: 630 mm
- Head diameter: 700 mm
- Shell height: 570 mm
- Playing height: 820 mm
- Total height including tuning crank: 940 mm
- Wide brass foot
- The range of tones may vary in high humidity or extreme dryness
- Reduction to the essentials for the highest sound quality and perfect functionality - the instrument consists exclusively of components that serve to produce sound
- Heads made of goat skin
- The hand-hammered copper shell and brass timpani feet (optionally also available in aluminium) connect the instrument to the stage and together they produce the typical Viennese timpani sound
- so treasured by Gustav Mahler and Richard Strauss
- The technically simple tuning mechanism guarantees almost maintenance-free playing
- All parts are handcrafted
- thus slight deviations are possible
- The hand-signed nameplate identifies each of our instruments as unique
- Handmade in Austria
- • Hand-hammered copper shell delivers a warm, resonant Viennese tone.
- • Goat skin heads provide exceptional sensitivity and responsiveness.
- • Hans Schnellar system offers reliable, precise tuning control.
- • Wide brass feet ensure stability and a classic, stage-ready aesthetic.
- • The tonal range (B-F) is somewhat limited for modern orchestral demands.
- • Goat skin heads require more frequent maintenance and humidity adjustments.
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most percussionists.
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