Roland Aerophone AE-20 White - Digital Wind Instrument

Maximum Expression in a Streamlined Design – The Roland Aerophone AE-20 Digital Wind Instrument in White

The Roland Aerophone AE-20 is a compact digital wind instrument that brings the expressive playability and advanced sound technology of the flagship Aerophone Pro into a streamlined, portable design. With SuperNATURAL acoustic instrument sounds, the ZEN-Core Synthesis System, customizable breath and bite response, flexible fingering options, onboard amplification, Bluetooth audio, and USB-MIDI connectivity, the AE-20 is designed for performance, practice, composition, and creative exploration across virtually any musical style.

• Compact digital wind instrument with expressive response inspired by the flagship Aerophone Pro
• SuperNATURAL sound engine provides realistic acoustic instrument dynamics, articulations, and overtones
• ZEN-Core Synthesis System offers a wide range of analog-style and modern digital synth sounds
• Includes soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone saxophones plus clarinet, flute, trumpet, strings, and world instruments
• Reed-style mouthpiece provides familiar wind-instrument feel
• Customizable breath and bite sensors for responsive pitch, vibrato, and dynamic control
• Supports saxophone, clarinet, flute, recorder, and custom fingering configurations
• Seven-octave playing range
• Instant transposition for flexible performance in different keys
• Built-in speaker for convenient standalone practice
• Headphone connection supports quiet practice
• Connects to an amplifier or PA system for live performance
• USB-MIDI support for controlling compatible music production software
• Bluetooth audio streaming for playing along with music and instructional content
• Compatible with the Aerophone Lesson app for guided learning and practice
• Compatible with the free Aerophone Pro Editor for deep sound and performance customization
• Supports Roland Cloud Sound Packs and compatible creative apps

SuperNATURAL Acoustic Instrument Sounds

The Aerophone AE-20 includes a broad collection of acoustic instrument sounds powered by Roland SuperNATURAL technology. Soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone saxophones are joined by clarinet, flute, trumpet, violin, cello, and a variety of world instruments including erhu, shakuhachi, and bagpipes. The sound engine responds to breath and performance gestures with realistic changes in dynamics, articulation, and tonal character.

ZEN-Core Synthesis

For electronic and modern sounds, the AE-20 features Roland's ZEN-Core Synthesis System, the same core technology used in professional Roland instruments such as FANTOM and JUPITER-X. The sound library spans traditional analog-style synth tones and contemporary digital textures, all tailored to respond to the expressive range of a wind instrument.

Natural Wind-Instrument Expression

A reed-style mouthpiece and highly responsive breath and bite sensors allow the AE-20 to react naturally to playing technique. Pitch bends, vibrato, articulation, and dynamics can be shaped directly through performance, while sensor sensitivity can be customized to suit individual preferences.

Flexible Fingering and Extended Range

The AE-20 supports multiple fingering systems, including saxophone, clarinet, flute, and recorder layouts, along with custom configurations. Instant transposition and a seven-octave range provide greater flexibility than traditional acoustic wind instruments and make it easier to cover a wide variety of musical styles.

Practice, Perform, and Create Anywhere

The built-in speaker allows the Aerophone AE-20 to be played without external equipment, while headphones provide a quiet practice option. For live performance, the instrument can be connected to an amplifier or house PA. USB-MIDI connectivity also allows the AE-20 to function as an expressive controller for compatible music production applications.

Bluetooth Audio and Learning Tools

Bluetooth audio streaming allows music and instructional videos to play through the Aerophone's onboard sound system for practice and play-along sessions. The Aerophone Lesson app provides guided instruction on holding the instrument, using the mouthpiece, developing fingering skills, and practicing songs with accuracy scoring.

Deep Personalization with Aerophone Pro Editor

The free Aerophone Pro Editor provides detailed control over sounds and performance settings. Users can build custom tones and layered sounds, organize them into Scenes, assign expressive performance parameters, and save groups of Scenes to a mobile device or compatible online storage service.

Expand with Roland Cloud

Roland Cloud provides additional content for the AE-20, including Sound Packs created by wind-instrument specialists. Compatible applications such as Zenbeats and Zentracker can also be used for songwriting, recording, and music production.

SPECIFICATIONS

Sound and Synthesis

• Sound Engines: SuperNATURAL and ZEN-Core Synthesis System
• Acoustic Sound Categories Include: Saxophones, Clarinet, Flute, Trumpet, Strings, and World Instruments
• Synth Sounds: Analog-Style and Modern Digital Sounds

Performance

• Mouthpiece: Reed-Style
• Breath Sensor: Customizable
• Bite Sensor: Customizable
• Pitch and Vibrato Control: Supported
• Playing Range: Seven Octaves
• Transposition: Instant
• Fingering Options: Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Recorder, and Custom

Connectivity

• Built-In Speaker: Yes
• Headphone Connection: Yes
• External Amplifier / PA Connection: Supported
• USB-MIDI: Yes
• Bluetooth Audio Streaming: Yes

Software and Apps

• Aerophone Lesson App: Compatible
• Aerophone Pro Editor: Compatible
• Roland Cloud Sound Packs: Supported
• Zenbeats: Supported
• Zentracker: Supported

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