Discover and experience historic music electronics and musical instruments from Vermona (GDR) and other classic manufacturers.
Under the brand name VERMONA, the state-owned enterprise VEB Klingenthaler Harmonikawerke developed and manufactured a wide range of electronic instruments and effects. Following the reunification of Germany, these devices were largely displaced by major Western brands—sharing the same fate as many East German consumer goods, vehicles, and food products.
Nevertheless, these instruments have stood the test of time, and exceptional pieces continue to resurface, finding dedicated new owners and collectors. From a technical standpoint, these devices were highly competitive and were regularly exported. The available product range was so comprehensive that it was entirely possible to produce fully-fledged musical pieces using Vermona equipment alone.
The Profen Banquet Hall now offers the unique opportunity to experience an almost complete lineup of the Vermona range in a public exhibition. All devices are fully functional and ready to be explored hands-on by visitors. The exhibition features keyboard instruments such as e-pianos and organs, rhythm machines, and effects units. These specific units come directly from working studio inventories and continue to be used for various music productions.
The Profen Banquet Hall (Festsaal Profen), which features an attached catering service, is located in the municipality of Elsteraue (district of Profen, Markt 14) and has been family-run by the Köllner family for over 30 years. The KÖLLNER Gastronomie team will be handling the on-site hospitality and guest services.
Interested visitors are welcome to explore the exhibition at their own pace. Guided tours are also available, which are highly recommended for larger groups, school classes, or clubs. During a guided tour, individual devices will be demonstrated, and visitors are welcome to ask questions. Please note that guided tours require an advance booking. Your exhibition visit can be perfectly paired with a meal at the Gasthof Zur Eiche restaurant, located directly beneath the banquet hall.
For inquiries, please email: post@zur-eiche-profen.de
Opening Date: June 12, 2026
Featured Instruments on Display:
- Vermona E-Piano
- Vermona SANDY Combo Organ
- Vermona Piano Strings
- Vermona Synthesizer
- Vermona DRM Drumcomputer
- Vermona ER9 Rhythm Machine
- Vermona Formation 1 Organ
- Vermona VM30 Guitar Amplifier
- Vermona regent 1060 Mixing Console
- Vermona E2010 Equalizer
- Vermona Phaser 80
- Vermona DEG500 Delay Effect
- Vermona PDD501 Delay Effect
- Vermona SK86 Digital Keyboard
Additional classic gear from other manufacturers:
- Tesla Studioecho AOS 191 Tape Delay
- PLANET Echo Tape Delay (One-of-a-kind custom unit)
- eko Orchestra Keyboard
- Monacor Reverberation Spring Reverb
- Gefell PM 750 Microphone