Roland AX-Edge White

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Roland AX-Edge White

Roland

AX-Edge White

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 448727
Brand: Roland
Model: AX-Edge White
Price: $1,028.50

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The AX-Edge is a seriously cool, modern keytar designed for stage performance and creative sound design. It’s fantastic for performers who want a portable, self-contained instrument with a distinctive Roland sound and expressive controls, particularly those interested in exploring vocoder effects. It’s not a replacement for a full-sized synth, but a powerful and fun performance tool.

Product Description

  • Roland AX-Edge White
  • Cloak Synthesizer with Sound Generation
  • 49 velocity-sensitive
  • full-size keys with aftertouch
  • Bluetooth 4.1 for MIDI and editor apps
  • Ribbon controller
  • modulation bar + assignable controllers for expressive performances
  • 256-voice polyphony
  • 4 parts + vocoder with microphone input
  • 320 programs and over 500 preset sounds for keytarists
  • 79 different part multi-effects and part EQs
  • 79 different program multi-effects
  • chorus
  • reverb
  • master compressor and master EQ
  • Ability to play audio files from external USB memory
  • Battery operation for up to 4 hours
  • 2x 6.3 mm stereo output
  • 6.3 mm headphone output
  • MIDI in/out
  • 6.3 mm microphone input
  • Pedal input
  • USB host
  • USB memory port
  • Power supply connection
  • Dimensions: 1252 x 291 x 85 mm
  • Weight: 4.2 kg (without batteries)
  • Colour: White
  • Includes power supply
  • shoulder strap and 1 additional Edge Blade
  • Suitable case: Article Nr. #458500#
PROS
  • • Expressive ribbon controller enhances nuanced performance possibilities.
  • • The built-in vocoder is surprisingly usable and adds a unique flair.
  • • Compact design and battery operation enable true mobile performance.
  • • Excellent Roland sound engine delivers a wide range of usable tones.
CONS
  • • The 49-key layout limits complex chord voicings for some players.
  • • The white finish is a fingerprint magnet – be prepared for that.
  • • While versatile, the sound engine leans heavily towards Roland’s established character.

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Key Features

Keys 49
Key Type Velocity-sensitive with aftertouch
Synthesis Type Hybrid – combines sampling and synthesis
Polyphony 256 voices
Effects 79 program multi-effects, 79 part effects, chorus, reverb, compressor, EQ
Connections MIDI in/out, USB host/memory, 6.3 mm stereo outputs, microphone input, headphone output
Weight 4.2 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The aftertouch is responsive and nuanced, but perhaps not as deep or expressive as some of Roland’s flagship stage pianos – it’s more subtle and geared towards performance gestures.
Yes, the MIDI connectivity and USB host functionality make integration straightforward, although you'll need to download the Roland editor for full control and patch management.
It's surprisingly accessible, with preset vocal tones, but achieving truly professional results requires experimentation and understanding of vocal processing principles.

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