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AKAI Professional EWI5000 - Wireless, Battery-Powered MIDI Controller Electronic Wind Instrument With On-Board Sound Library

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Stand-alone EWI with Wireless Connectivity

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Color Black
Brand Akai Professional
Material Horn
Model Name EWI 5000
Item Dimensions LxWxH 26.64 x 2.4 x 1.68 inches

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  • Next Generation Performance - Ultra-portable electronic wind instrument with authentic feel, layout and response coupled multiple fingering modes that adapt to your preferred playing style
  • The Freedom to Perform - Seamless 2.4 GHz ultra-low latency wireless connectivity for unrestricted performance capability with support for stereo wireless audio (receiver included)
  • Responsive - Ultra-responsive mouth piece with air-pressure level and bite sensors, plus eight dedicated precision dials for on-the-fly adjustment of instrument or effect parameters
  • Battery Powered - Long-lasting play time using the rechargeable lithium-ion battery (charging adapter included) plus USB port for USB-MIDI connection and battery recharging
  • Pro-Grade Sound Library - 3 GB of onboard, performance-ready world-class acoustic and synth sounds created by leading virtual instrument developer SONiVOX
  • Connectivity Covered - 1/4" audio output connects to virtually all audio receivers, mixers and PA systems and 1/8" headphone output for private practicing

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    The Next-Generation Wind Instrument EWI5000 Black, the ultimate addition to the EWI series, combines innovative instrument design, wireless connectivity, and a sound library by SONiVOX to create the most expressive and versatile electronic wind instrument available today - all in a sleek, striking all-new black finish Building upon the legacy of the original Electronic Wind Instrument, Akai Professional created EWI5000 Black with the same objective in mind—deliver unprecedented musical expression to wind players everywhere. Experience the next generation in wind-performance technology with an instrument that’s built for the contemporary player. Performance Freedom With 2.4GHz low-latency wireless connectivity, EWI5000 Black empowers you to perform freely with a dynamic performance instrument in hand. It supports stereo wireless audio and includes a receiver for instant mobility on the stage or in the studio. Versatile EWI5000 Black also supports wired audio and MIDI connections for integrating with additional external performance and production hardware. Plus, it’s powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, so you can take EWI5000 Black with you and play it anywhere. Expressive For precisely controlling volume and pitch dynamics, EWI5000 Black features an ultra-responsive mouth piece with an air-pressure level sensor and bite sensor. In addition, eight dedicated precision dials allow you to adjust instrument or effect parameters on the fly Multiple Finger Modes EWI5000 is a powerful instrument that expands the performance capabilities of woodwind and brass musicians alike. With support for multiple playing styles, its interface can be switched to flute, oboe, and saxophone fingering modes. An EVI Electronic Valve Instrument Mode is also included for brass players Effortless Connectivitynbsp; USB-MIDI connectivity and a 5-pin MIDI output enable you to expand your sonic palette by controlling software synths, virtual samplers, or traditional MIDI modules. EWI5000 Black comes with a built-in 1/4-inch output for connecting it directly to PA systems and a 1/8-inch headphone output for practicing privately. Any Sound for Any Performance EWI5000 Black comes loaded with more than 3GB of built-in high-quality sounds designed by SONiVOX. These instruments span just about every music genre and put both traditional orchestral sounds e.g. horn, brass, and woodwind and non-traditional sounds e.g. progressive synths, basses, and leads at your fingertips. EWI5000 Sound Editor Expand your creative capabilities with the EWI5000 Black Sound Editor software. This custom software editor is a powerful platform for manipulating EWI5000's sound library on your Mac or PC. Connect EWI5000 Black to your computer via USB; call up any instrument from the library; and use the filter, two LFOs, pan knob, tune control, and multiple envelopes to tweak it into something entirely new. Then, store your edits directly on your EWI5000 Black for a customized instrument library that's ready to perform whenever you are.


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    Express Yourself

    Express Yourself

    Charter unexplored sonic heights and take your performance to the next level with EWI 5000 - the most expressive, sonically-varied and versatile wind instrument in the world. Fusing a one-of-a-kind, innovative instrument design, reliable wireless connectivity and a divergent, professional sound library from the critically acclaimed leading software developer SONiVOX, EWI 5000 delivers unprecedented musical expression to wind players everywhere. Experience the next generation in wind-performance technology with an instrument built for the contemporary player.

    Express Yourself

    Express Yourself

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    Performance Freedom

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    Total Control

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    Play Your Way

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    Get Connected

    Whether you’re honing your skills, performing live or recording in a studio, EWI5000’s plethora of connectivity options ensures seamless, rapid integration. Combining USB-MIDI connectivity, a 5-pin MIDI output, a built-in 1/4-inch output for connecting it directly to PA systems and a 1/8-inch headphone output for practicing privately, EWI5000 instantly adapts to whatever scenario you throw at it.

    Premium Sounds for Any Performance

    EWI5000 comes loaded with more than 3GB of built-in high-quality sounds designed by the critically-acclaimed virtual instrument developer SONiVOX. From traditional orchestral sounds to contemporary synthesised textures, EWI5000’s on-board sound library allows you to experience your instrument live never before, opening up a world of creative expression, immediately accessible at your fingertips

    Find Your Sound

    Expand your sonic palate with the easy-to-use EWI5000 Sound Editor software. Connect EWI5000 to your computer via USB, call up any instrument from the on-board library and use the filter, two LFOs, pan knob, tune control and envelope generators to transform it into something entirely new. Then, store your edits directly on your EWI5000 for a customised instrument library that's ready to perform whenever you are.

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    4.2 out of 5 stars
    4.2 out of 5
    531 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers are satisfied with the customization of the musical instruments. They also disagree on quality, sound quality, performance, ease of assembly, and wireless.

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    5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

    Customers appreciate the many nested menus of settings and tweaks in the musical instruments. They say they like all of the options and increased opportunities.

    "...; and 5 for the ability to edit the programs..." Read more

    "...There are many nested menus of settings and tweaks and it takes a long time to get the EWI adjusted so it feels comfortable, so don’t get..." Read more

    "Good sound even with built in speaker. Numerous custom settings. Excellent customer service...." Read more

    "...Nevertheless, I can truly say that I really like all of the options and the increased opportunities to express my emotions musically...." Read more

    24 customers mention15 positive9 negative

    Customers are mixed about the quality of the musical instruments. Some mention that it's well built, while others say that it was defective.

    "...and how many different sounds and styles you can come up with.. Great instrument." Read more

    "...4 1/4 " X 30-45 (this is the general size listed), makes a good case. Cut up an old yoga mat to line the tube for extra protection...." Read more

    "...Advise - get a good case. These types of instruments are not very road worthy, so I would not consider a gig bag/soft case, especially given the..." Read more

    "...I did before I bought it. Extra for wireless on the 5000; worth it. If you are a sax/reed player, you will be able to just jump on it, and play...." Read more

    24 customers mention10 positive14 negative

    Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the musical instruments. Some mention that it sounds great, well built, and has the ability to mimic the sounds of others. However, others say that the sounds are very harsh, bright, and cheesy, and the glissando glide sounds very synthetic. They also say that there is a dreaded rattling sound coming from the body of the instrument.

    "...Do it right. Plenty of tutorials on YouTube. Built-in sounds are pretty good. Overall, I am happy with my purchase." Read more

    "...I took it out of its case to practice and immediately noticed a dreaded rattling sound coming from the body of the instrument..." Read more

    "...I was really impressed with the range and how many different sounds and styles you can come up with.. Great instrument." Read more

    "...notes, random programs changing by themselves, notes sustaining when not being played, etc. I had purchased it from Patchman, who had set it up...." Read more

    17 customers mention11 positive6 negative

    Customers are mixed about the performance of the musical instruments. Some mention that it works quite well, while others say that it just stops working. The bocktave rollers work well once you figure out how they work. However, some customers say that the product fails within hours or fails erratically.

    "Plays beautifully. I was really impressed with the range and how many different sounds and styles you can come up with.. Great instrument." Read more

    "...I found this appealing. I would order from this seller again! Everything works perfectly...." Read more

    "...Not a good idea. It simply didn't work for me...." Read more

    "...The BASS CLAIRNET is amazingly real and responsive to the EWI. I wish they'd used those sounds. Check them out on the web...." Read more

    14 customers mention7 positive7 negative

    Customers are mixed about the ease of assembly of the musical instruments. Some mention that the fingerings are easy to learn and the transpose function makes it easy to practice songs and exercises in any key. However, others say that the programming is not easy to understand and takes a while to get used to. There is also a bit of a learning curve and lots of setup and tweaking required.

    "...The transpose function makes it easy to practice songs and exercises in any key and the earphone function allows you to practice any place, any..." Read more

    "...I've only had it for a few days, and the programming is not easy to learn, but it works, and I can, with a little effort play a tune...." Read more

    "...Onboard sounds are OK for practice and definitely convenient...." Read more

    "...It is fast and easy to be sloppy. You have to be attentive to not accidentally touch keys (mostly the accidental keys--a fitting name!),..." Read more

    7 customers mention4 positive3 negative

    Customers are mixed about the wireless capabilities of the musical instruments. Some mention that it works flawlessly and has a good range, while others say that it doesn't transmit MIDI wirelessly.

    "...The wireless function was fast and easy to set up and seems to have good range. The rechargeable battery has several hours of life." Read more

    "...my biggest disappointment with this product is that they didn't include wireless MIDI, only wireless Audio...." Read more

    "...But any new instrument requires practice. The wireless capability works flawlessly...." Read more

    "...To not include wireless is a major shortcoming...." Read more

    4 customers mention0 positive4 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the responsiveness of the musical instruments. They mention that the unit is completely unresponsive, including the power button. Some customers also report that the mouthpiece is not as responsive as others. However, the instrument can work against even moderately fast tonguing, and the rollers take some practice.

    "...up unwanted notes (sloppy fingering) but it can also work against even moderately fast tonguing. The rollers take some practice...." Read more

    "...it pops and cracks, cuts out, and then the unit becomes unresponsive for a few moments before being OK again...." Read more

    "...The power stays on, but the unit is completely unresponsive, including the power button...." Read more

    "...Even after contacting the manufacturer, there has been no response for over a week...." Read more

    3 customers mention0 positive3 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the battery of the musical instruments. They mention that it only runs on battery, it has to be charged, and it's not a standard battery. Some say that the charging circuit stopped feeding it power after it was charged.

    "...Most often the power switch does not work, and the battery has to be removed.I Notified Akai technical support on 08.22...." Read more

    "...remained active and drained the battery, but the charging circuit stopped feeding it power (it was, after all, charged)...." Read more

    "...This is beyond crap - the instrument is fine BUT it only runs on the internal battery which, if it gets too low, will not be able to be recharged..." Read more

    DE LUJO, ME HA ENCANTADO!"!!!
    5 Stars
    DE LUJO, ME HA ENCANTADO!"!!!
    Toco el clarinete, y tocar el EWI, ha sido realmente sencillo acoplarme!!!! es muy versatil
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful and intuitive
    Reviewed in Canada on March 15, 2024
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    Luismi HP.
    5.0 out of 5 stars ¡Más de lo que esperaba!
    Reviewed in Spain on February 20, 2024
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    Jaaziel
    5.0 out of 5 stars Superó mis expectativas
    Reviewed in Mexico on May 16, 2021
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    J.
    5.0 out of 5 stars El EWI no es un controlador MIDI, es un instrumento por sí solo.
    Reviewed in Mexico on May 29, 2019
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    K. Hegmanns
    3.0 out of 5 stars Blaswandler mit Tücken
    Reviewed in Germany on July 27, 2017
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