Roland Aerophone AE-20
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Roland
Aerophone AE-20
Product Info
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The Aerophone AE-20 is a surprisingly capable digital wind instrument, bridging the gap between traditional wind instruments and modern synthesis. It’s fantastic for players transitioning from acoustic instruments who want a versatile, portable sound source, or for electronic musicians looking to add a unique wind controller element to their setup. The ZEN-Core engine really opens up a world of creative possibilities.
Product Description
- Roland Aerophone AE-20
- Digital Wind Instrument with Internal Sound Engine
- Fingering like acoustic saxophones
- Fingering configurable for saxophone
- clarinet
- flute
- recorder or custom setup
- SuperNATURAL and ZEN-Core sound generation with more than 250 acoustic and electronic sounds
- Maximum 4 parts (1 drum part)
- Free editor app (Android/iOS) for sound management
- Advanced settings and compilation of own sets
- Effects: Reverb
- delay
- chorus and multi-effects
- Low-latency sensors and controls (breath and pressure sensors) for optimal playability and response
- USB and Bluetooth (4.2) for audio and MIDI transmission
- OLED display
- Integrated loudspeaker
- Powered by batteries (6x AA
- not included) or external mains adapter
- USB-C port (audio & MIDI)
- Line output: 6.3 mm Stereo jack
- Headphone output: 3.5 mm Stereo jack
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 133 x 84 x 632 mm
- Weight: 1.1 kg
*Scope of delivery:*
- Mouthpiece with hard reed (OP-AE05MPH)
- Instruction manual
- External power supply (5.7 V DC)
- USB cable
- Mouthpiece protection cap
- 2x Thumb rest
- Padded carrying case
- • SuperNATURAL sound engine delivers remarkably realistic acoustic instrument emulations.
- • ZEN-Core engine unlocks a vast palette of electronic sounds and creative possibilities.
- • Configurable fingering system allows adaptation for various wind instruments and custom setups.
- • Bluetooth connectivity simplifies integration with mobile devices and digital audio workstations.
- • Limited physical expression compared to acoustic instruments; nuances require practice.
- • Battery life can be a constraint for extended performance or practice sessions.
- • The OLED display, while functional, could be brighter and more easily readable in bright light.
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