Roland Aerophone GO AE-05

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Roland Aerophone GO AE-05

Roland

Aerophone GO AE-05

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 446969
Brand: Roland
Model: Aerophone GO AE-05
Price: $537.90

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The Aerophone GO AE-05 is a surprisingly capable and fun little instrument. It's perfect for beginners exploring wind instruments or seasoned players wanting a portable practice tool – the saxophone fingering makes it easy to pick up. Just be aware that the plastic build and Bluetooth connection are compromises for its compact size and affordability.

Product Description

  • Roland Aerophone GO AE-05
  • Digital Wind Instrument
  • With saxophone fingering and internal sound generator
  • 11 Instrument sounds
  • such as Saxophone
  • flute
  • violin - more sounds are available through the Aerophone GO Plus app for iOS or Android devices
  • Integrated reverb effect
  • Integrated speaker
  • Bluetooth 4.2
  • Controls: Breath Sensor
  • Bite Sensor
  • Performance Buttons
  • Octave Buttons
  • Thumb Button
  • Transpose Button and Volume Control
  • Connections: Stereo headphone jack 3.5 mm mini jack
  • USB micro B
  • Powered by optional 4x AA battery or USB power adapter (not included)
  • Free Aerophone GO Ensemble App allows up to seven Aerophone GO players to play wirelessly with each other
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 128 x 454 x 78 mm
  • Weight: 695 g
  • Includes carrying bag
  • mouthpiece cap and USB cable
PROS
  • • Compact and lightweight design for ultimate portability
  • • Saxophone fingering provides familiar feel for wind players
  • • Integrated speaker offers decent sound for practice and casual play
  • • Aerophone GO Plus app expands sound library significantly
CONS
  • • Bluetooth 4.2 feels dated; impacts latency and stability
  • • Plastic construction, while lightweight, lacks premium feel
  • • Limited expression compared to higher-end wind controllers

Product Video

Key Features

Type Digital Wind Instrument
Compatibility iOS & Android (Aerophone GO Plus App)
Connection Stereo 3.5mm headphone, USB Micro B, Bluetooth 4.2
Power 4x AA batteries or USB power adapter
Weight 695 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The sensors are simplified; they offer basic control but lack the nuanced response of a sax’s reed and embouchure.
Yes, via USB, but latency can be an issue depending on your computer and interface setup – a dedicated audio interface is recommended.
The app has a selection of free sounds, but Roland offers premium sound packs as in-app purchases to expand the instrument’s sonic palette.

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