Roland AE-30 Aerophone Pro Digital Wind Instrument - Ex Demo

Full Description

Designed by the best

When Roland was designing the Aerophone AE-30, they reached out to some of the world's finest wind players. This way they could really fine-tune the Aerophone experience and take it to the next level. The result? The Aerophone AE-30.

The first thing you'll notice about the Aerophone AE-30 is the sleek new design alongside premium materials. Its thinner shape not only looks gorgeous, but it's actually easier to hold, providing a more natural hand position. All of the controls are now easy to reach for easy customisation while playing. If you're looking looking for a visual interface, then the bright OLED display on the back provides everything you need to know about the AE-30. What's more, this display can be seen in any sort of lighting environment, meaning you'll always be able to see what settings you have.

Passionate playing

Thanks to the premium features on the Roland AE-30, it's easy to lose yourself in the moment. The Aerophone shares the same fingering as an acoustic saxophone, and even includes a high F# key, so you'll instantly feel comfortable playing the AE-30. You also have access to configurable controls for both left and right hands, as well as MIDI input for footswitches - the performance options are endless!

Just like previous Aerophone models, the breath and bite sensors are phenomenal. But this year, they're even better. Boasting more responsive and expressive feedback alongside low latency configurable settings, the AE-30 is guaranteed to fit your unique playing style.

All the sounds you could imagine... and more

Living up to the Aerophone legacy, the AE-30 is packed full of premium tones and voices. In fact, there's an entire brass and woodwind section in this single instrument. Roland worked closely with professional musicians to produce newly enhanced soprano, alto, and tenor saxophones, alongside energetic trumpet sounds. There are now even authentic world instruments such as the vibrant duduk.

The secret to the Aerophone's authenticity is Roland's SuperNATURAL technology. This complex algorithm translates your playing into breathtaking dynamics, articulations, and overtones. Obviously, you can choose from multiple custom fingerings to enable idiomatic performance techniques.

ZEN-Core Synthesis System

Yes, you did read that correctly. The newest Aerophone has Roland's most premium sound engine. ZEN-Core is Roland's latest sound engine that powers other flagship Roland models such as the FANTOM and JUPITER-X, so you know it's going to be good. Boasting presets from the world's finest wind synth sound designers, you get everything from vintage sounds to modern synths. And when combined with the expressive capabilities of the Aerophone AE-30, you'll soon discover a new level of synth refinement.

Endless possibilities

No matter where you're performing, the Aerophone AE-30 will always shine. Its robust design combined with the flexible connections make the AE-30 ideal for any concert or wind-synth production. On the Aerophone AE-30 you'll find a headphone jack, Bluetooth MIDI, built-in speaker, and the option to be powered by batteries. So now, you can pick up the AE-30 whenever you're feeling inspired and start playing.

Sound management

Thanks to the AE-30's powerful editing tools, you can personalise your sounds quickly and efficiently. Looking for even more customisation? If you head over to Roland's Editor app, you can dive into the heart of the AE-30 for some deep customisation. From here, you can manage sound libraries, select scene memories and favourites, and quickly mark settings for instant recall.

Specifications

Sound Generator

• ZEN-Core
• SuperNATURAL acoustic

Parts

• 4 Parts (SuperNATURAL/Drum: 1 Part)

Preset Memory

• Preset Scene:: 305
• Preset Tone: 318
• Preset Drum Kit: 10

User Memory

• User Scenes:: 600
• User Tones: 512
• Favorite Scenes: 12

Effects

• Multi-effects
• Chorus
• Delay
• Reverb

Controllers

• Breath sensor
• Bite sensor
• Performance keys
• Octave keys
• Thumb lever
• Thumb pad
• S1/S2 button
• Scene buttons
• Menu buttons
• Scene category knob
• Transpose knob
• MIDI control switch

Bluetooth

• Version: 4.2
• Profile Support:: A2DP (Audio), GATT (MIDI over Bluetooth Low Energy)
• Codec:: SBC (Support to the content protection of the SCMS-T method)

Display

• Graphic OLED: 128 x 32 dots

Connectors

• PHONES jack: stereo miniature phone type
• OUTPUT jack: stereo 1/4-inch phone type
• MIDI (IN/OUT) jack:
• USB COMPUTER/MEMORY port (Type-C, AUDIO/MIDI)
• DC IN jack

External Memory

• USB Flash drive (Type-C, sold separately)

Speakers and Power

• Speaker Amplifier Power Output: 1.5 W x 2
• Speakers:2.8 cm x 2
• Power Supply: AC adaptor (DC 5.7 V)
• Batteries: Rechargeable Ni-MH battery (AA, HR6) (sold separately) x 6
• Current Draw: 915 mA
• Battery life for continuous use (differs depending on the conditions of use) Rechargeable nickel metal hydride batteries: approximately 6 hours (When using batteries having a capacity of 1,900 mAh.)

General

• Dimensions: 133 (W) x 84 (D) x 687 (H) mm (5-1/4 (W) x 3-5/16 (D) x 27-1/16 (H) inches)
• Weight (including batteries): 1,140 g, 2 lb 9 oz
• Accessories:Owner's manual, Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY", AC adaptor, Mouthpiece cap, Band, USB cable (Type C - Type A), Thumb hook cover (2 types), Water Basin, Dedicated hand carry bag