Easy-To-Learn Digital Wind Instrument

US Roland's AE-01 Aerophone mini eliminates complicated fingerings and difficult breath control 12/09/19

Roland has announced the latest addition to its assortment of beginner-friendly products – the AE-01 Aerophone mini digital wind instrument. Roland tells us that they have eliminated complicated fingerings and difficult breath control with this easy-to-learn instrument featuring Bluetooth MIDI and Audio connectivity. Roland has also developed a companion app for the AE-01 with interactive lessons and tutorials, allowing new players to begin playing instantly and improve quickly. Here's more details in the company's own words...

The AE-01 joins Roland’s growing Aerophone family and stands out when it comes to features. The Aerophone mini comes packed with six different onboard sounds, including saxophone and violin, and offers over 50 additional modern and traditional tones through the free Aerophone mini Plus app for iOS and Android. The AE-01 offers features that experienced musicians can appreciate as well, like the ability to personalize breath sensitivity settings, fingering layouts, and connect via Bluetooth MIDI to popular DAW software for recording and sound creation.

The AE-01 Aerophone mini simplifies the experience of learning an instrument while providing an exciting new device for future music creation. Its many features are presented in an incredibly portable package, weighing just over one pound. The Aerophone mini runs on battery power, so users can play wherever their musical journeys take them. With both an onboard speaker and a headphone jack, users can show off their skills for an audience or get lost in the music without disturbing others. With Bluetooth connectivity and Bluetooth MIDI, users can jam along to their favorite songs and wirelessly play software instruments.

Pricing and Availability:

The AE-01 Aerophone mini is available in the U.S. for $299.99.

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