Ready for any setting, Akai Professional EWI Solo fuses all the expressive musical capabilities and control found in traditional acoustic wind instruments with a go-anywhere specification. For the seasoned instrumentalist, expanding your sonic palette without compromising the technique you've honed over years of practice has never been simpler. Beginners seeking the perfect blend of versatility and convenience, your entry point into a world of wind instruments starts here. Play with passion, be emotive, embrace the power of the digital era and express yourself to the nth degree – your performance demands nothing less than perfection, so make sure your next solo starts with EWI.
- Authentic wind instrument performance and response for the digital era
- 200 onboard premium acoustic and synth sounds
- 12+ hours of play time using the rechargeable lithium-ion battery, charging adapter included
- Built-in speaker calibrated for the most natural sound reproduction experience
- OLED display to easily view presets and parameters
- USB port for USB MIDI connection and battery charging
Premium sounds
Out of the box, EWI Solo is primed for any performance with 200 onboard sounds ranging from luscious evolving synth pads to an authentic sultry jazz clarinet. Every genre is catered for with an expertly curated catalog of sounds.
Built-in speaker
Liberate your performance from cumbersome cables for good. With an internal rechargeable lithium-ion battery for 12+ hours of uninterrupted play time, plus a built-in speaker calibrated for the most natural sound reproduction experience, EWI Solo is ready whenever and wherever your creativity strikes.
Play your way
Woodwind and brass players, there is no need to learn anything new here. At the twist of a dial, EWI Solo's interface can be switched to flute, oboe, saxophone or electronic valve instrument fingering modes.
Make any sound your own
With an air pressure level sensor and bite sensor, EWI Solo's ultra-responsive mouthpiece precisely controls volume and pitch dynamics for immersive, expressive performances. Combined with dedicated controls to add reverb, delay and chorus plus editing facilities for pitch, tuning and dual LFOs, EWI Solo provides everything you need to shape your signature sound.
Connectivity
Practice, live performance, studio recording – EWI Solo's arsenal of connectivity options provides complete hookup flexibility. Delve into a world of software instruments with EWI Solo's USB MIDI connectivity. Connect directly to PA systems with the 1/4" main output. Practice privately at any hour with the 1/8" headphone output. Whatever your needs, EWI Solo delivers.
The finishing touch
EWI Solo's performance possibilities are virtually limitless. Octave rollers instantly shift the note key's range, effortlessly changing the playable register. Add portamento using the conveniently located glide plate. Get exactly the expression you need with an adjustable pitch bend plate. You can even save any program edits and recall them on the fly with the handy favorites feature. Convenient, versatile and brimming with must-have sound content, EWI Solo is ready to perform whenever you are.
SKU | AKAI-EWISOLO |
Vendor | Akai Professional |
Analog Digital | Digital |
Built In Speakers | Yes |
Included From Manufacturer |
Neck strap USB cable USB power adapter |
Midi | USB |
Mono Poly | Monophonic |
MPN | EWISOLOXUS |
Product Unique Features | 12+ hours of play time using built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery |
Onboard Controllers | Mouthpiece with air pressure level sensor and bite sensor |
Effects | Reverb Chorus Delay |
Audio Inputs | 1/8" auxiliary input |
Audio Outputs | 1/4" main output 1/8" headphone output |
Key Action | 14 note keys 6 mobile octave rollers 2 fixed octave rollers |
Oscillators per Voice | Varies by Sound Engine |
Product Weight | 1.79 lb |
Programs/Presets | 200 |
Speakers | Built-in speaker calibrated for natural sound reproduction |
USB Port (to Host) | MIDI |
Voices of Polyphony | Monophonic |
Width | 30.12" |
Depth | 3" |
Height | 3.24" |
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