ROLAND UNVEILS
AX-EDGE KEYTAR
Step Into the Spotlight with a Unique Mobile Performance Synth
Featuring Pro Sounds, Customizable Looks, and More
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oland unveils the AX-Edge
Keytar, a performance
synthesizer designed to
be played in a standing position
with a shoulder strap. Building on
decades of refinement and input
from artists around the world, the
AX-Edge features 49 full-sized keys
and a professional sound set crafted
specifically for keytarists. It also
offers a sleek, modern design with
the unique ability to interchange
Edge Blades and customize the
instrument’s look. Compact and
battery operated, the AX-Edge is a
powerful mobile instrument that
enables performing keyboardists to
take center stage and put their music
in the spotlight.
The AX-Edge delivers a striking
presence that makes any live player
stand out. Models are available in
black or white finishes, and the black
model features an all-black keyboard
for a dark, sophisticated appearance.
Each AX-Edge model comes with an
extra Edge Blade in the box (a silver
Edge Blade for the black model and
a gold Edge Blade for the white),
allowing the player to create a fresh
look that complements their personal
performance style.
Inside the AX-Edge is a carefully
curated sound set driven by Roland’s
latest sound technologies. Optimized
for stage performance, the sounds
are designed to cut through even
in loud bands. Dedicated buttons
provide instant access to edgy leads,
fat basses, and all types of sounds
perfect for the performing keytarist,
whether it’s taking solos or sharing
the limelight with bandmates.
Users can customize sounds by
wirelessly connecting to the AX-Edge
editor app with Bluetooth MIDI.
Splits and layers take full advantage
of the expansive, full-sized keyboard,
and there’s wealth of stunning effects
that provide polished, studio-quality
tone in any venue. And thanks to the
Tone Remain function, players can
switch sounds seamlessly without
notes or effect tails being cut
off prematurely.
With its highly intuitive neck
controls, the AX-Edge offers
maximum expression for taking
performances to new levels. There’s
a modulation bar and pressure-
sensitive pitch ribbon, easy-to-
reach portamento, hold, octave, and
program change buttons, and an
array of assignable controls that can
be tailored to any performance style.
Gigging keyboard players need to
cover lots of different sounds and
parts, and often have to function as
the backbone of the entire act. The
AX-Edge is filled with thoughtful
stage features, including an
innovative dual display system,
arpeggiator, and onboard song player
for handling backing duties. There’s
even a built-in vocoder, which can
be layered with internal sounds to
create unique backing vocals or
funky, retro lead parts.
When powered with rechargeable Ni-
MH batteries, the AX-Edge provides
up to four full hours of mobile
playing time. The instrument can
also be powered via an AC adaptor.
To learn more about the AX-Edge
Keytar, visit Roland.co.in.
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