AKAI Professional EWI Solo

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AKAI Professional EWI Solo

AKAI Professional

EWI Solo

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 497848
Model: EWI Solo
Price: $504.90

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The EWI Solo is a surprisingly capable and approachable entry point into the world of electronic wind instruments. Its built-in speaker makes it immediately usable, and the bite sensor adds a genuine expressiveness you won't find on many synths. It's a fantastic option for wind players curious about synthesis, or keyboardists wanting a unique performance tool.

Product Description

  • AKAI Professional EWI Solo
  • Electronic Wind Instrument
  • Includes built-in speaker
  • Authentic wind instrument performance and response
  • 200 Acoustic and synthetic preset sounds
  • Mouthpiece with air pressure and bite sensor
  • 13 Touch sensors
  • 8 Octave rollers - 6 mobile rollers and 2 fixed touch sensors
  • 12+ Hours of play time with the rechargeable lithium-ion battery
  • OLED Display
  • Line output: 6.3 mm Jack
  • Headphone output: 3.5 mm Jack
  • Aux input: 3.5 mm Jack
  • USB-B port (MIDI and charging function)
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 765 x 76 x 82 mm
  • Weight: 800 g
  • Includes USB cable
  • power supply (5 V DC)
  • shoulder strap
  • and quick start guide
PROS
  • • Responsive bite sensor offers nuanced expressive control
  • • Built-in speaker provides immediate, portable sound reinforcement
  • • Compact design and shoulder strap enable easy transport and performance
  • • Versatile preset library caters to diverse musical genres and styles
CONS
  • • Limited expandability compared to higher-end EWI models
  • • The fixed rollers can feel less natural than a continuous neck
  • • Aux input lacks adjustable gain, potentially limiting external source compatibility

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Key Features

Type Electronic Wind Instrument
Compatibility Standard MIDI, USB-MIDI
Connection 6.3 mm Line Output, 3.5 mm Headphone Output, 3.5 mm Aux Input, USB-B
Power Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery (12+ hours)
Weight 800 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s a simplified version, offering a good range of control but lacks the finer resolution of higher-end models’ pressure-sensitive mouthpieces.
Absolutely, as it transmits standard MIDI data via USB. You'll need to configure your software to recognize it as a MIDI device.
While convenient, the built-in speaker is best suited for practice or small, intimate settings; a dedicated PA system is recommended for larger venues.

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