This instrument is incredibly amazing!! But could you walk us through the instrument settings and explain the function of the keys, how to modulate, choose a scale etc. Cheers!! Awaiting your reply...
I agree, apart from the "next level" bit - it should have had one built in, like every other half decent MIDI wind controller, even the Casio DH-100. I hope someone at Roland finally sees sense, and adds one to the next model - if there ever is a next model.
Does the instrument have a computer application to configure the instrument and then back it up if you prefer to do it on a large screen instead of the little built in LCD screen ? If there is not, there should be.
Hello Dan, You are able to access different sounds and downloads via your computer to programme your preferred sounds into the instrument. Kind regards, Gear4music
First: I come from Germany and I hope, my english ist understandable...-:) Since one week I own a AE-10 and after my first tests, I have 2 questions: 1. When I play fast staccato themes, in example "Yakety Sax", some tones get lost - any tipp(s), how I can optimize this? 2. I also own a Roland JV-80 and it would be great, if I could use the sounds WITHOUT a DAW. For this I would need an adapter from usb-midi to "normal" midi - are there experiences, what could be used? Tx for your reply, greets, Uwe
Hello Uwe, Thanks for the comment. For questions such as these, we recommend that you contact Roland directly. You may reach them through this forum. www.roland.co.uk/tech-support/?_ga=1.30845179.512861014.1483024156 Kind regards, Gear4music
Hi Tony, The instrument is very responsive to the players articulation but it wouldn't be completely necessary to learn embouchure in its entirety to generate noises.
The wind sounds were good, the violin and strings sounded weird. But no midi, only USB? So you can't use modules like rolands own integra or sound canvas that may have better sounds?
Apparently, yes, but it appears to be settable per voice / patch, not set globally - and it's not clear what the limits of transposition are from the Quick Start video on the subject - i.e. how far each way, and whether it's every possible key, or just certain ones. As far as I can tell, there isn't a proper manual yet.
jameskings I understand your question because a sax is a "transposed" instrument ( c on the sheet music for sax is not really c) this is weird for musicians who are used to play other instruments. According to the roland website there is a transpos. function.vbut is indeed not very clear how far this function goes.
Hi Pete The AE-10 has a USB output for MIDI support. More information can be found using the link below. Kind Regards Gear4music cdns3.gear4music.com/media/20/209813/download_209813_1.pdf
Okay, so it turns out that "more information" comes down to this one line: " USB COMPUTER Port: Supports USB MIDI " That's not necessarily the same as having MIDI Out. That's MIDI to a computer, over USB, but not normally to an external sound module. Can you demonstrate this connected to a hardware MIDI sound module, with a 5 pin DIN connector as the input?
There's a big difference between USB MIDI and an actual MIIDI output. USB MIDI allows you to connect a MIDI controller to a PC or Mac, with all the unreliability, extra latency and lack of future proofing that comes with that - i.e. you'll get it working with your current operating system, but when you want to upgrade that, it will most likely stop working. There are, apparently, dedicated devices that can convert USB MIDI to actual MIDI. They are not cheap, and there is literally no way that can work without extra latency. The parts needed to have put an actual 5 pin DIN output on this thing cost less than a cup of coffee. If they'd done that, it could be connected to any MIDI synth module ever made, without adding latency, without relying on buggy software that will only work for a while before OS upgrades make it useless, and more people would have bought one. Me included.
I can't see your comment on the list, "The Pixel Polygon", but possibly not the sort of adapter you're thinking of. A normal, and inexpensive USB MIDI adapter allows you to connect something with actual 5 pin DIN MIDI (which the Roland AE-10 lacks) to a PC, via USB. There is, apparently, a Kenton product that could do this job but a) it is not cheap and b) it can't possibly work without adding latency since it has to receive MIDI messages over USB, then send out new ones over serial MIDI Out. I can't stress this enough; whoever it was at Roland who decided an expensive MIDI wind controller doesn't need a MIDI out, you are an idiot. I've given this some serious thought. I haven't rushed into that conclusion. Perhaps if I sent Roland a hapeth of tar, a 5 pin DIN socket, and maybe a resistor or two, they could figure out how to attach one for me?
I read there were 40 presets and 100 user memory patches. Can you actually edit the synth sounds themselves or can you only edit e.g. the effects mix, transposition, instrument layers etc? Is there an option to edit the sounds with a computer?
Hello there, We can confirm that you are unable to edit the actual the sounds themselves. However you are able to save Transpose, Octave, Reverb, Chorus, MFX1&2, Bite, Bend, controller settings and hold. All other settings are global. Whilst we hope this helps please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any more questions. Kind regards, Gear4music
Hello, Thanks for the message. Whilst this is down to personal preference, each have their own distinctive qualities that make them completely different to one another. If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to ask. Kind regards, Gear4music
Hi. What is the name of the software you are running on the MacBook, and is there a PC/Windows equivalent? I have bought the AE-10 and would like to use sampled sounds onstage, such as a bass saxophone. Thanks!
Hello Mark, Alistair uses Mainstage on a Mac as the front end for his external sounds. In this video he uses the ES2 synth from Mainstage and the sample trumpet is from the Sample Modelling company. We hope this helps. Kind regards, Gear4music
Hi there, We have linked you through to the product and its realted information below. We hope this helps. www.gear4music.com/Keyboards-and-Pianos/Roland-AE-10-Aerophone-Digital-Wind-Instrument/1PBV
Hello Both instruments are very similar, however the AE-10 features a breath sensor for higher quality sounds, more focused control, as well as an LED display for easily selecting different instruments. Kind Regards Gear4music
Hello there, The acoustic sounds have been physically modeled to directly imitate a plethora of different instruments, ranging from flutes to trumpets. We hope this helps. Kind regards, Gear4music
Your comment caused singularity in spacetime which then mutated into a giant black hole which breaks light and time, after all this comment doesn't even exist because time is an illusion and i'm currently floating in timeless space behind event horizon.
Hello Tomasz Thanks for your message. The AE-10 is £659.00 and can be pre-ordered using the link below. Many Thanks Gear4music www.gear4music.com/Keyboards-and-Pianos/Roland-AE-10-Aerophone-Digital-Wind-Instrument/1PBV
Doesn't sound very impressive with the built-in wind sounds. And the less said about the string sounds the better. But still, it has many creative and sonic possibilities. Looks like a good wind controller.
Hello, Thank you for the question. The AE-10 houses an in-built breath sensor that allows you to play with the real life articulation of any other acoustic instrument. Kind regards, Gear4music
Looks very 'plastic' to me... I assume your head almost explodes when you try to blow on it, just like an EWI... Again, for the 'better' sounds, it seems you need a laptop, which means that at if using it for a gig, a wireless MIDI interface is needed.
"Just like an EWI..." This is an EWI. EWI is shorthand for Electronic Wind Controller. Don't let the omission of EWI in its description fool you. It's probably a very decent one, but it's still an EWI whatever they call it. And, I play a Yamaha WX-5, and no, my head doesn't almost explode when I blow on it. After playing the WX-5 for a few years I picked up a clarinet for the first time in 20 years and it was much, much harder to play loud without feeling the pressure than the EWI was. I would imaging this new one is comparable.
ces nouveaux instruments sont tous très moches dans leur aspect physique, mais très ergonomique pour une jouabilité maximum, avec des performances sensationnelles dans la reproduction des timbres.
I'm actually frightened by this. It'll eliminate the need for analog instrumentalists, furthermore, those analog instrumentalists, who aren't as fortunate as me to be a sax player, will not be able to simply take up this new instrument and play unconsciously.
I wouldn't be. Nothing beats the real thing. I mean come on, just listen to it! It sounds super corny. I have yet to hear a proper sounding synthetic sax. The muted trumpet on this thing sounds better than the sax. Still going to pick one up though for practicing at night. I like the fact that it has the same fingering as an actual horn and it can be played with headphones.
This instrument is incredibly amazing!! But could you walk us through the instrument settings and explain the function of the keys, how to modulate, choose a scale etc. Cheers!! Awaiting your reply...
it'd be rad if this had a midi out so that it was compatible with the roland boutique synth modules. that'd be next level.
I agree, apart from the "next level" bit - it should have had one built in, like every other half decent MIDI wind controller, even the Casio DH-100.
I hope someone at Roland finally sees sense, and adds one to the next model - if there ever is a next model.
I cry every time I watch this. Titanic Theme is my jam
Hello, it would be worth to present an overview of all preset voices (40 preset sounds)
yeah, brand new category! But in fact I really appreciate the attempt.
Does the instrument have a computer application to configure the instrument and then back it up if you prefer to do it on a large screen instead of the little built in LCD screen ?
If there is not, there should be.
Hello Dan,
You are able to access different sounds and downloads via your computer to programme your preferred sounds into the instrument.
Kind regards,
Gear4music
hi , did mute trumpet is include in the sax or you have to add it , DHL will delivery ti to me this week , my mail oldhorn@gmail.com
Great Demo! thanks!
Is the fingering laid out closer to the dimensions of of alto sax or tenor sax (or soprano?)
Hello John,
The fingering of the AE-10 would be more comparable with an alto sax.
Kind regards,
Gear4music
Nice informative video - thank you!
First: I come from Germany and I hope, my english ist understandable...-:)
Since one week I own a AE-10 and after my first tests, I have 2 questions:
1. When I play fast staccato themes, in example "Yakety Sax", some tones get lost - any tipp(s), how I can optimize this?
2. I also own a Roland JV-80 and it would be great, if I could use the sounds WITHOUT a DAW. For this I would need an adapter from usb-midi to "normal" midi - are there experiences, what could be used?
Tx for your reply, greets, Uwe
Hello Uwe,
Thanks for the comment. For questions such as these, we recommend that you contact Roland directly. You may reach them through this forum.
www.roland.co.uk/tech-support/?_ga=1.30845179.512861014.1483024156
Kind regards,
Gear4music
do I need to know proper embouchure in order to play this? or is it as simple as blowing into it.
Hi Tony,
The instrument is very responsive to the players articulation but it wouldn't be completely necessary to learn embouchure in its entirety to generate noises.
thanks that is great!
The wind sounds were good, the violin and strings sounded weird. But no midi, only USB? So you can't use modules like rolands own integra or sound canvas that may have better sounds?
Farty Pants There are devices that convert usb midi to DIN midi without a pc (check out Mode Machines). Maybe this is a solution.
Looks great. Does it have a transpose function? I ask this, because I'm not a wind player...
Apparently, yes, but it appears to be settable per voice / patch, not set globally - and it's not clear what the limits of transposition are from the Quick Start video on the subject - i.e. how far each way, and whether it's every possible key, or just certain ones.
As far as I can tell, there isn't a proper manual yet.
jameskings I understand your question because a sax is a "transposed" instrument ( c on the sheet music for sax is not really c) this is weird for musicians who are used to play other instruments. According to the roland website there is a transpos. function.vbut is indeed not very clear how far this function goes.
Does it have Midi out?
Hi Pete
The AE-10 has a USB output for MIDI support. More information can be found using the link below.
Kind Regards
Gear4music
cdns3.gear4music.com/media/20/209813/download_209813_1.pdf
Okay, so it turns out that "more information" comes down to this one line:
" USB COMPUTER Port: Supports USB MIDI "
That's not necessarily the same as having MIDI Out. That's MIDI to a computer, over USB, but not normally to an external sound module.
Can you demonstrate this connected to a hardware MIDI sound module, with a 5 pin DIN connector as the input?
TooSlowTube You can find an adapter online then it can connect to something like an MT-32.
There's a big difference between USB MIDI and an actual MIIDI output.
USB MIDI allows you to connect a MIDI controller to a PC or Mac, with all the unreliability, extra latency and lack of future proofing that comes with that - i.e. you'll get it working with your current operating system, but when you want to upgrade that, it will most likely stop working.
There are, apparently, dedicated devices that can convert USB MIDI to actual MIDI. They are not cheap, and there is literally no way that can work without extra latency.
The parts needed to have put an actual 5 pin DIN output on this thing cost less than a cup of coffee. If they'd done that, it could be connected to any MIDI synth module ever made, without adding latency, without relying on buggy software that will only work for a while before OS upgrades make it useless, and more people would have bought one. Me included.
I can't see your comment on the list, "The Pixel Polygon", but possibly not the sort of adapter you're thinking of.
A normal, and inexpensive USB MIDI adapter allows you to connect something with actual 5 pin DIN MIDI (which the Roland AE-10 lacks) to a PC, via USB.
There is, apparently, a Kenton product that could do this job but
a) it is not cheap
and
b) it can't possibly work without adding latency since it has to receive MIDI messages over USB, then send out new ones over serial MIDI Out.
I can't stress this enough; whoever it was at Roland who decided an expensive MIDI wind controller doesn't need a MIDI out, you are an idiot. I've given this some serious thought. I haven't rushed into that conclusion.
Perhaps if I sent Roland a hapeth of tar, a 5 pin DIN socket, and maybe a resistor or two, they could figure out how to attach one for me?
I'm confused. Do you still need a tone generator for the instrument to work? Like the Yamaha wx5 or EWI 5000?
Can you transpose between keys please?
Hey Roland, While you are at it..could come up with a mouth piece controller to midi to a Keyboard.
I read there were 40 presets and 100 user memory patches. Can you actually edit the synth sounds themselves or can you only edit e.g. the effects mix, transposition, instrument layers etc? Is there an option to edit the sounds with a computer?
Hello there,
We can confirm that you are unable to edit the actual the sounds themselves. However you are able to save Transpose, Octave, Reverb, Chorus, MFX1&2, Bite, Bend, controller settings and hold. All other settings are global. Whilst we hope this helps please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any more questions.
Kind regards,
Gear4music
How about the fast playing Roland AE-10 Aerophone? Is it better than EWI?
Hello,
Thanks for the message. Whilst this is down to personal preference, each have their own distinctive qualities that make them completely different to one another. If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to ask.
Kind regards,
Gear4music
Hi. What is the name of the software you are running on the MacBook, and is there a PC/Windows equivalent? I have bought the AE-10 and would like to use sampled sounds onstage, such as a bass saxophone. Thanks!
Hello Gordon,
Alistair is using Mainstage on a Mac as the front end for his external sounds. We hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Gear4music
What software would you recommend for performing sampled sounds on a Windows-based platform?
Does it have a power to plug it in or it's just on battery?
Hello,
Thanks for the post.
It comes with a power supply and is able to be used wireless with 6 AA batteries.
Kind regards,
Gear4music
What program are you using in the video on the laptop to access external sounds?
Hello Mark,
Alistair uses Mainstage on a Mac as the front end for his external sounds. In this video he uses the ES2 synth from Mainstage and the sample trumpet is from the Sample Modelling company. We hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Gear4music
hi , i got one , dhl delivery this week , i am a bit skere for the first update , didi u have avideo teach how to update?
Hey guys, I am a saxophone player who has not played in a long while. Should I buy the AKAI EWI 5000 or the AE-10?
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Joris Beerda WX5 Yamaha or this one
Sir,what is the price of this instrument,pl ...
Hi there,
We have linked you through to the product and its realted information below. We hope this helps.
www.gear4music.com/Keyboards-and-Pianos/Roland-AE-10-Aerophone-Digital-Wind-Instrument/1PBV
Does anyone know what song is being played at 9:00?
I believe it is "The Great Gate of Kiev" from Mussorgsky's "Pictures at an Exhibition".
It's the Promenade, not the Great Gate of Kiev, although the tune appears there too.
Thank you
How do you compare this with the Ewi?
Hello
Both instruments are very similar, however the AE-10 features a breath sensor for higher quality sounds, more focused control, as well as an LED display for easily selecting different instruments.
Kind Regards
Gear4music
Ehh.... The EWI has a breath sensor too.
... and a proper MIDI Out.... unless you were referring to the cut down USB only version of the Akai EWi.
Are the acoustic sounds sample based or physically modeled?
Hello there,
The acoustic sounds have been physically modeled to directly imitate a plethora of different instruments, ranging from flutes to trumpets. We hope this helps.
Kind regards,
Gear4music
thanks a bunch!
What song does this open with? It sounds like a cello composition by Bach.
Hello Jon,
The song featured in the intro is Bach Cello suite no1. Good ear!
Kind regards,
Gear4music
Gear4music Thank you so kindly!
..yes!
Damn it. I'm a clarinetist.
It's not too difficult to switch between the two to be honest. And this doesn't take a specific embouchure, and doesn't even need that much air.
Can it sound like an oboe?
Hi Veronica,
Thanks for the message. We can confirm that it can!
Kind regards,
Gear4music
Great thank you.
no wireless ?
Hello,
The Aerophone may be used with 6 x AA batteries. We hope this helps!
Kind regards,
Gear4music
but you still need a wire ? correct ? to connect ?
I need this shit nowwww!!!!
this is so 90s
my favorite part was at 4:63.
Your comment caused singularity in spacetime which then mutated into a giant black hole which breaks light and time, after all this comment doesn't even exist because time is an illusion and i'm currently floating in timeless space behind event horizon.
Luke Skywalker instrument :)
How is the price of that instrument?
Hello Tomasz
Thanks for your message. The AE-10 is £659.00 and can be pre-ordered using the link below.
Many Thanks
Gear4music
www.gear4music.com/Keyboards-and-Pianos/Roland-AE-10-Aerophone-Digital-Wind-Instrument/1PBV
Doesn't sound very impressive with the built-in wind sounds. And the less said about the string sounds the better. But still, it has many creative and sonic possibilities. Looks like a good wind controller.
Should've started the video with an actual saxophone voice.
Aerophone AE 10 Roland
Say imitative again .
Que bom nao e'? Agente toca a tonalidade que quizer sem se preocupar com a finacao , ja' sai prontinho, muito bom ....gostei.
well ok. a keyboard to go... for a price thats very impudent.
No midi out. Wtf.
Midi output via usb.
Why be so evasive with the sounds? Just run through ALL of them and tell us what it can do!
why do you have to put it in your mouth if its electronic?
Hello,
Thank you for the question. The AE-10 houses an in-built breath sensor that allows you to play with the real life articulation of any other acoustic instrument.
Kind regards,
Gear4music
How else are you going to play it? It emulates an actual saxophone, so what did you expect?
Looks very 'plastic' to me...
I assume your head almost explodes when you try to blow on it, just like an EWI...
Again, for the 'better' sounds, it seems you need a laptop, which means that at if using it for a gig, a wireless MIDI interface is needed.
"Just like an EWI..." This is an EWI. EWI is shorthand for Electronic Wind Controller. Don't let the omission of EWI in its description fool you. It's probably a very decent one, but it's still an EWI whatever they call it. And, I play a Yamaha WX-5, and no, my head doesn't almost explode when I blow on it. After playing the WX-5 for a few years I picked up a clarinet for the first time in 20 years and it was much, much harder to play loud without feeling the pressure than the EWI was. I would imaging this new one is comparable.
ces nouveaux instruments sont tous très moches dans leur aspect physique, mais très ergonomique pour une jouabilité maximum, avec des performances sensationnelles dans la reproduction des timbres.
I'm actually frightened by this. It'll eliminate the need for analog instrumentalists, furthermore, those analog instrumentalists, who aren't as fortunate as me to be a sax player, will not be able to simply take up this new instrument and play unconsciously.
I wouldn't be. Nothing beats the real thing. I mean come on, just listen to it! It sounds super corny. I have yet to hear a proper sounding synthetic sax. The muted trumpet on this thing sounds better than the sax. Still going to pick one up though for practicing at night. I like the fact that it has the same fingering as an actual horn and it can be played with headphones.