Wittner MNWPENGUIN Taktell Penguin Mechanical Metronome

Wittner Taktell Penguin Mechanical Metronome

The Wittner Taktell Penguin Mechanical Metronome provides an audible beat and visible pendulum movement in a penguin-shaped plastic casing. Its spring-driven clockwork operates without batteries, while a sliding weight sets the practice tempo. This German-made model helps musicians follow a consistent pulse during exercises and repertoire work, without a bell accent.

Students, teachers, and instrumentalists can use this penguin-shaped practice accessory for scales, rhythmic exercises, and lesson preparation. The moving pendulum offers a visual reference alongside the mechanical tick. For slow tempo technique practice, align the weight with the desired marking and repeat challenging passages. This wind-up metronome for music lessons also gives teachers a clear timing reference when demonstrating note values and rhythmic patterns.

Wittner documents the penguin model within its Series 839 mechanical metronomes and provides operating instructions for winding and adjustment. A key on the right side winds the spring, and a gentle push starts the pendulum. Wind the mechanism immediately before practice. The manufacturer specifies that this musical timing instrument is not a toy and is unsuitable for children under six.

Key Features

• Penguin-Shaped Casing: A distinctive plastic enclosure adds character to your practice setup.
• Battery-Free Operation: Wind the spring mechanism before use without replacing batteries.
• Audible Beat: Follow the mechanical tick during scales, exercises, and repertoire practice.
• Visible Pendulum: Track the swinging arm to reinforce your sense of pulse.
• Sliding Tempo Control: Align the movable weight with the printed scale to select your practice speed.
• Bell-Free Design: Hear the regular beat without an additional bell signal.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Wittner
• Model: Taktell Penguin
• Series: 839
• Product Type: Mechanical pendulum metronome
• Casing Design: Penguin
• Casing Material: Plastic
• Power: Spring-driven wind-up clockwork
• Battery Requirement: None
• Winding Control: Key on the right side of the casing
• Tempo Control: Sliding pendulum weight with printed scale
• Beat Indication: Audible tick and visible pendulum movement
• Bell: None
• Age Restriction: Not suitable for children under six years
• Country of Manufacture: Germany