Play anywhere with this modern instrument that harnesses the best of traditional acoustic instruments.
The Akai Professional EWI Solo builds upon Akai Professional's legacy of dynamic wind instruments, the EWI Solo provides astounding musical freedom with its built-in speaker and rechargeable battery for playing anywhere without cables. It features an expertly curated library of 200 studio-quality sounds ranging from rich synth pads to a stunningly realistic jazz clarinet. The EWI Solo is designed for today's progressive players who demand uncompromising tone and versatility.
Play for Hours Without Missing a Beat
The EWI Solo's built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides over 12 hours of continuous playing time, freeing you to follow your inspiration wherever it leads. Its internal speaker is tuned to reproduce the EWI Solo's sounds with natural depth and detail, allowing private practice or intimate performances on the go. For larger venues, connect to a PA system or amp using the 1⁄4" output.Find Your Signature Sound
Shape your tone with the EWI Solo's ultra-responsive mouthpiece, which senses breath pressure and lip position to control volume and pitch with nuance and expression. Add depth and dimension using the dedicated reverb, delay and chorus effects and further refine your sound with pitch, tuning and dual LFO editing functions. With 200 premium sounds onboard, the possibilities for crafting your signature sound are endless.Familiar Fingering for Woodwinds and Brass
The EWI Solo extends a warm welcome to woodwind and brass players with fingering modes for flute, oboe, saxophone and EVI. There's nothing new to learn—just connect your breath and fingers to an imaginative palette of acoustic and electronic sounds. The EWI Solo is an ideal gateway for classically trained musicians seeking to incorporate modern elements in their playing.Essential Connectivity for Any Setting
Whether practicing privately, performing live or recording in the studio, the EWI Solo provides the connectivity you need. Its USB-MIDI port lets you tap into a world of software synths and virtual instruments. The 1⁄4" output connects directly to PA systems and amps. And the 1/8" headphone output enables silent practice day or night. Whatever the musical adventure, the EWI Solo is ready to embark.Specifications
Technical Specifications
- MIDI Output Channels Over USB: 16
- Note Keys: 14
- Octave Rollers: 6 mobile, 2 fixed; 5-octave range
- Plates: 1 pitch-bend, 2 ground
- (1) USB port
- (1) 1/4" (6.35mm) TRS line output
- (1) 1/8" (3.5mm) TRS headphone output
- (1) 1/8" (3.5mm) TRS auxiliary input
- Rechargeable lithium-ion battery (included; charges via USB)
- 30.12" W x 3.00" D x 3.24" H
- 1.79 lbs.
Features
- 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 recharging
- 1/4-inch audio output, 1/8-inch headphone output
- 1/8-inch auxiliary input