The sound of the Kiel Week - ZÖLLNER gives the starting signal
The ZETFON for regattas
For almost forty years, the sound of ZÖLLNER's characteristic Makrofons has been part of the ceremonial start to the Kiel Week. In 2025 ZÖLLNER will have an even greater impact on the sound of the world's biggest sailing regattas: as an official sponsor of the regattas, the company will provide the starting signals for the regattas directly on the water with the ZETFON.
The requirements on board played a decisive role in the product selection. An electric horn that should be clearly recognisable even with a lot of background noise. The choice fell on the Makrofon 120/330 K, which not only impresses with its sound, but also with its neat appearance and clear design. Like all ZÖLLNER horns, it is known for its durability.
Commitment to our region
As a company with deep roots in Kiel, our heart beats not only for safety at sea, on rail, and on the road – but also for the wind in the sails and the moment of anticipation before the start. Many of our employees have a close connection to the water – some even with regatta experience.
Through our sponsorship, we want to make our commitment to the region both visible and audible. Kiel Week is more than just an event for us: it’s a piece of home, inseparably linked to the sound of our ship signals.
Discover the signal for the start of the races
ZETFON 70s
The Makrofon that opens the Kiel Week sounds for miles around.
M 125 140
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News from Kiel Week
Follow the path from the Kieler Woche macrophone to the town hall stage for the opening.
Read more … Where does the sound of Kiel Week come from?
Auch das ZETFON soll nun bald auf den Startschiffen der Kieler Woche Regatten einziehen. Hier ein kleiner Einblick in die Reise.
Read more … The ZETFON is brought onto the regatta ships
ZÖLLNER is now an official sponsor of the Kieler Woche regattas! Just listen in!
Read more … ZÖLLNER sponsors the regattas
Visit from the Kieler Woche office - Our partnership is officially sealed!
Read more … Visit from the Kieler Woche office
Accompany the Makrofon 125/140 on its journey to the Kieler Woche opening and find out what preparations have to be made to be ready on the big day.
Read more … The macrophone is on its way
Impressions of the Kiel Week //
