Roland AE-30A Aerophone Pro 10th Anniversary Limited Edition Wind Instrument

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With all the same features as the original in a special gold finish, this limited-edition Roland AE-30A Aerophone Pro commemorates 10 years of innovation.

Overview

The Roland AE-30A Aerophone Pro 10th Anniversary Gold Limited Edition digital wind instrument is a special milestone release that commemorates a decade of innovation with Roland's trailblazing digital wind platform. As an instrument, it offers all the premium features of the standard Aerophone Pro model, including highly expressive playability, versatile performance capabilities, and a vast sonic palette powered by the acclaimed Roland wind sound engine.

The Ultimate Aerophone Experience

Since its debut in 2016, the Aerophone series has opened a new world of creative possibilities for wind players, and Aerophone Pro represents the pinnacle of Roland's advanced wind technology. Compared with the standard Aerophone Pro model's attractive silver-and-black finish, the Aerophone Pro Gold Limited Edition offers a distinctively elegant look with its Anniversary Gold finish and black trim.

A Limited Run with Commemorative Accessories

Only 3,000 Aerophone Pro Gold Limited Edition models will be produced. Each instrument comes with an exclusive carrying case emblazoned with the Aerophone 10th Anniversary logo, a numbered certificate, and a special letter from the Aerophone R&D team.

Enhanced by Experts

While developing Aerophone Pro, Roland reached out to expert wind players around the globe, and their feedback led to many thoughtful improvements that substantially enhance the instrument's look, feel, sound, and playability. The result is a revolutionary wind instrument… read more that gives musicians a new and highly expressive voice.

Refined Design

Aerophone Pro features a sleek design and premium materials, with an attractive, thin shape that's easy to hold for a confident playing experience. Controls are easy to reach, and the streamlined body exudes an understated yet classy appearance. The discrete OLED screen feels like an integral part of the instrument, with easy viewing in all kinds of lighting.

Play with Passion

Aerophone Pro makes it easy to channel your creativity and lose yourself in the moment. Adjustable fingering is the same as a flute, clarinet, or saxophone (complete with a high-F# key), so you already know how to play it. Responsive breath and bite sensors with low latency, configurable controls for both hands, and a motion sensor expand your performance options.

Features:

- Special Aerophone Pro model that commemorates 10 years of Aerophone innovation
- Anniversary Gold finish with black trim, limited to 3,000 units worldwide
- Includes a premium carrying case, a numbered certificate, and a special letter from the Aerophone development team
- Sleek and refined design with premium materials and pro connectivity
- Highly responsive playability with low-latency sensors and controls
- Play using sax, clarinet, flute, recorder, or brass fingerings
- Over 300 acoustic and electronic sounds, including traditional, modern, and world instruments
- Modeled SuperNATURAL tones with authentic acoustic sound and response
- Advanced ZEN-Core Synthesis System for vintage and modern synthesizer sounds
- Roland Cloud expands your palette with new sound collections, including sounds customized for Aerophone Pro
- Motion sensor lets you use physical movement to control tone levels, harmony, and more
- Easy-to-read OLED screen and ergonomic controls
- Intelligent harmony function creates automatic harmonies based on a specific key or scale
- Scale Tune function allows you to tune each note for temperament adjustment or performing regional music styles
- Import ZEN-Core tones and samples created on a FANTOM keyboard via USB flash media
- Import/export function for sharing Aerophone Pro scenes with other users
- Bluetooth audio and MIDI, USB MIDI, and traditional MIDI ports
- Built-in speaker, headphone jack, and battery power so you can play anywhere
- Free editor app available for full visual control and deep editing on mobile devices
- English, Japanese, and Chinese language support

Included Accessories:

- Owner's manual
- Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
- AC adaptor
- Mouthpiece cap
- Moisture band
- USB cable (USB Type-C(R) to USB-A)
- Thumb hook cover (2 types)
- Water basin
- Dedicated hand carry bag emblazoned with the Aerophone 10th Anniversary logo
- Numbered certificate
- Special letter from the Aerophone R&D team

Specs

Key Layout:: Saxophone compatible
Sound Generator:: ZEN-Core, SuperNATURAL acoustic
Parts:: 4 Parts (Drum: 1 Part)
Preset Memory:: More than 300 Preset Scenes
User Memory:: User Scenes: 600, Favorite Scenes: 12
Effects:: Multi-effects, Chorus, Delay, Reverb
Controllers:: Breath sensor, Bite sensor, Performance keys, Octave keys, Thumb lever, Thumb pad, S1/S2 button, SCENE buttons, MENU buttons, SCENE CATEGORY knob, TRANSPOSE knob, MIDI CONTROL switch, Motion sensor
Bluetooth Version:: 4.2
Bluetooth Profile Support:: A2DP (Audio), GATT (MIDI over Bluetooth Low Energy)
Bluetooth Codec:: SBC (Support to the content protection of the SCMS-T method)
Display:: Graphic OLED 128 x 32 dots
Connectors:: PHONES jack (stereo miniature phone type), OUTPUT jack (stereo 1/4-inch phone type), MIDI (IN/OUT) connectors, USB COMPUTER/MEMORY port (USB Type-C, AUDIO/MIDI), DC IN jack
External Memory:: USB Flash drive (USB Type-C, commercially available)
Speaker Amplifier Power Output:: 1.5W x 2
Speakers:: 2.8cm x 2
Power Supply:: AC adaptor (DC 5.7V) or Ni-MH battery x6 (AA, HR6, sold separately; carbon-zinc or alkaline batteries cannot be used)
Current Draw:: 915mA
Battery Life for Continuous Use:: Approximately 6 hours (when using batteries having a capacity of 1,900mAh)
Dimensions (W x D x H):: 133 x 84 x 687mm (5-1/4 x 3-5/16 x 27-1/16 inches)
Weight (including batteries):: 1,140g (2 lbs 9 oz)
Production:: Limited to 3,000 units worldwide