Wittner M 818 N Metronom with Bell Oak Body, Pyramid Form w. Bell

Pyramid-shaped metronome, with real wood casing, featuring a bell

The Wittner 818 metronome is a classic pyramid-shaped metronome. The removable front cover protects the pendulum of the Wittner 818 metronome during transport.

Features of the Wittner M-818: Real wood case in brown oak; mechanical metronome with bell from the brand manufacturer ‘Wittner’; time signatures: 0, 2, 3, 4, 6-beat simple tempo adjustment by sliding the weight along the pendulum rod Tempo range: 40–208 beats per minute Scale indicating various tempo markings: Largo, Larghetto, Adagio, Andante, Moderato, Allegro, Presto, Prestissimo. With metal pendulum and protective cap. Dimensions of the pyramid approx.: 115 x 115 x 210 mm. Made in Germany

3-year Musicstore warranty

Tip: Only wind the metronome immediately before use. Do not leave it standing for long periods with the spring fully wound. This will help extend the life of your metronome

Basic information about the metronome: The metronome, also known as a tempo meter, is a mechanical or electronic device designed to maintain a steady tempo by marking the beat at set intervals (usually quarter notes). The number set on the metronome indicates the beats per minute, often abbreviated to bpm (beats per minute). Assuming a 4/4 time signature and setting the metronome to 60, a quarter note therefore lasts exactly 1 second. The electronic metronome generates the beat signal electronically. Its size can range from that of a mechanical metronome right down to credit card size. It is helpful when practising pieces of music and is also often used to increase sight-reading speed.

Interesting facts about the Wittner company: As early as 1895, Gustav Wittner founded a precision engineering firm specialising in the manufacture of metronomes, which his son Rudolf Wittner gradually expanded into a medium-sized industrial enterprise. Wittner soon set new standards: the metronomes manufactured under the ‘TAKTELL’ trademark, alongside the Maelzeln, became such a byword for quality that, in professional circles in many countries, the word ‘metronome’ was replaced by ‘TAKTELL’. Experience and tradition, cutting-edge technologies and modern manufacturing methods make Wittner the manufacturer with the most extensive range of metronomes in the world! In addition to metronomes, Wittner produces other musical accessories (tuning forks, string accessories, stands, etc.) as well as products for the care and storage of audio and data media. The company, which has been family-owned and run by the third generation since 1975, enjoys a high reputation worldwide for the reliability and quality of its products.