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The Aerophone Pro AE-30 is Roland's most advanced digital wind/MIDI controller to date. The designers at Roland collaborated with wind players from across the globe to refine the design and extract every ounce of extra performance. As a result, you'll enjoy more than 300 different sounds, ultra-low latency, a fully revamped I/O configuration, and a refined body design. It perfectly merges the traditional feel of a saxophone with the flexibility provided by today's digital processing. When you play, each sound springs to life with Roland's SuperNATURAL sound modeling technology and ZEN-Core Synthesis System. Sounds ranging from soprano and baritone sax to trumpet, clarinet, and more are right at your fingertips. Rounding out the AE-30's feature set are onboard speakers, MIDI I/O ports, and a line output for performing onstage.





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Premium SuperNATURAL sound modeling





Here at Sweetwater, customers have reported that modeled instruments rarely capture the depth and nuance of real-world performance. But that's not the case with SuperNATURAL sound modeling technology. This technology re-creates every nuance of your performance, including dynamics, articulation, and natural overtones. By using SuperNATURAL, your digital playing will sound just like an original acoustic performance. Whether it's a trumpet, a clarinet, or a straightforward saxophone, you'll be just as impressed by the Aerophone Pro AE-30 as we are.





Explore a world of tones





From the bell to the reed, the Aerophone Pro AE-30 is packed with ultra-realistic saxophone tones. By pairing Roland's SuperNATURAL modeling technology with a ZEN-Core synthesis system, a cornucopia of tones are at your disposal. You can dial in flagship synthesizer tones designed by Roland's expert synth sound designers. Vintage analog synth tones and modern hybrid tones? It's all at your disposal. Once you find the perfect sound, you can store it onboard with up to four layered tones. Plus, the editor app gives you even more in-depth control over the Aerophone Pro AE-30.





Bring new expressive possibilities to your sample library with breath control





When you're done exploring the Roland Aerophone AE-30's onboard sounds, connect it to your DAW via USB and discover what breath control can bring to your soft synths and external MIDI sound modules. You're sure to find unique, expressive possibilities within your sample library that weren't possible with your keyboard controller.





Perform anywhere, anytime





The Aerophone Pro AE-30 offers improved I/O that makes it a proper performing and recording tool. It's loaded with onboard speakers for practice and intimate performance. If you need more volume, simply use the stereo 1/4-inch line output to plug into an amplifier or PA system. The headphone output is ideal for private practices and midnight rehearsals. Use Bluetooth to play with backing tracks and the MIDI I/O.





Roland Aerophone Pro AE-30 Digital Wind Instrument Features:


Traditional saxophone fingering ensures a familiar playing experience


SuperNATURAL modeling technology re-produces subtle tonal nuances, dynamics, and articulation


300 onboard sounds provide a world of tones to explore


Responsive mouthpiece-mounted breath sensor provides expressive realism


Analog MIDI I/O enables control over software and hardware synthesizers and other outboard gear


Bluetooth MIDI allows for full soft-synth control


Connect a Bluetooth music player to play along with your favorite recordings


Connects to a DAW via USB


Onboard speakers yield excellent sound


Headphone output makes private rehearsals easy


Includes a carrying bag and AC adapter