Roland AX-Synth Shoulder Synthesizer Keyboard

It’s time to escape the Keyboard rig and rock the stage. The stylish AX-Synth represents Roland’s new generation of remote keyboards, but for the first time, this one has a Sound generator onboard. It’s self-contained and equipped with powerful, solo-oriented sounds from Roland’s latest, greatest synths. Strap on an AX and steal the show.
Plug in and play — what could be more convenient? The AX-Synth has everything you need to steal the show. Unlike most remote synths of yesteryear, the AX-Synth is self-contained and loaded with hundreds of Roland’s greatest sounds. External MIDI devices are not required. Everything is built-in and ready to rock. The Roland AX-Synth has a vault of great solo sounds onboard, but if you want to customize your sounds, you can Download the Dedicated PC Software editor/librarian application. The AX-Synth’s USB/MIDI connector makes Communication to and from your Computer fast and convenient. It is packed with cool controllers for expressive live performance. Glide your fingers over the Ribbon Controller for ultra-smooth Pitch bends. A Modulation Bar and dedicated control knobs are also provided for Real-time sound shaping. Wave your hand over the invisible D Beam for attention-getting effects.

Maximum Polyphony 128 voices

256 Tones + 8 Special Tones (including SuperNATURAL)

Controllers D-Beam, Ribbon Touch, Modulation Bar, Volume Knob Controller, Aftertouch Knob Controller, Portamento On/Off, Hold button On/Off, Bender Mode: Normal/Catch+Last

Connectors Output Jacks: 2 x 1/4' inch phone type (L/MONO, R), Headphones (Stereo 1/4' inch phone type), Foot Pedal, USB connector (USB MIDI), MIDI connector (IN/OUT), AC Adaptor

Battery 8 x Ni-MH rechargeable Batteries

Display (3 x 7) segment LED

Accessories Owner's Manual, Shoulder strap, AC Adaptor (PSB-1U)

Unit Dimensions: Width 1,142 mm 45 inches x Depth 266 mm 10-1/2 inches x Height 87 mm 3-7/16 inches; Weight 3.9 kg 8 lbs. 10 oz.

Built-in sound engine with voices from Roland’s latest synthesizers

Ribbon controller, D Beam, modulation bar, knobs, and easy to see display for stage

USB MIDI for easy connection to PC

Dedicated V-LINK button for video/visual control

Long battery operation (approx. 6 hours)