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Roland's Next-gen Keytar





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Shopping for a new keytar? You'll be hooked on the freedom of performing live with Roland's next-generation AX-Edge keytar synthesizer/MIDI controller. This keytar features updated ergonomics for improved playability, a more robust housing, and a streamlined control layout.





With the Roland AX-Edge keytar, you'll have immediate access to over 500 onboard patches, while the included USB connection lets you connect to any computer for powerful control over your software instruments and sound modules. Even the most traditional keyboardists at Sweetwater can't deny what a blast it is to strap on a keytar and shred center stage. Why should guitarists get all the attention? You'll love the Roland AX-Edge keytar.





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A keytar that’s battery-powered for untethered performances





The AX-Edge keytar can be powered by AC for practicing ? or performing. But, for the ultimate in freedom, you can take advantage of up to five hours of battery life. Just connect this Roland keytar up to a wireless instrument bodypack system and take your keyboard performances wire-free. This keytar’s dual-display system is optimized for live performance, so you'll be ready to rock, effortlessly selecting from over 500 onboard excellent onboard sounds.





A MIDI controller packed with killer keytar sounds





The Roland AX-Edge keytar is one piece of gear that's sure to steal the show. It's a masterful MIDI controller keyboard, but it's also a self-contained instrument loaded with Roland's best solo-oriented synthesizer tones ? all easily navigable onstage via its bright dual-display system.





Controllers for expressive live performances





Roland's AX-Edge keytar is loaded with the right kind of sounds ? and the expression controls ? for show-stopping performances. With this keytar’s ribbon controller, modulation bar, and assignable controller, you'll have everything you need for highly expressive performances.





Roland AX-Edge 49-Key Keytar Synthesizer Features:


Full-featured synthesizer with over 500 preset patches


Master MIDI controller for controlling sound modules and virtual instruments


49 full-size keys with velocity and channel aftertouch


256-note polyphony


4 parts Vocoder


79 types of Part multi-effects and Part EQ


79 types of Program multi-effects


Chorus, Reverb, Master Compressor and Master EQ


Ribbon controller, modulation bar, and assignable controller for expressive performance


Up to 5 hours of battery-powered operation (carbon-zinc or alkaline batteries cannot be used)


Bluetooth MIDI and editor app for wireless sound customization


Changeable Edge Blade included for custom look


External USB connection for audio track playback


Dual-display system optimized for live performance


Available ST-AX2 stand provides stable support