Overall, it's a fascinating instrument that will take a lot of time to use properly, but one that I am very glad to have bought.
#Akai ewi usb fingerings plus
This is a major plus for anyone using it on stage or in a performance stetting (as the EWI does not have to be tethered to the amplifier (the wifi box is attached to the speakers.)Įven just using it at home, I have found the freedom I get from not being attached to the speaking with the USB cable a real bonus as I can have my music stand at the opposite end of the room from the speakers. EVI Mode Alternate Fingerings (intermediate) - Part 2. The main advantage of this model over the less expensive EWI4000 is that it can be wireless. Ive been playing the Akai EWI USB in EVI Mode since shortly after it was released.only purchased that one, first replacement mouthpiece to date and still playing on the same EWI USB purchased about a decade ago. I bought pre-sets for all 100 sounds from an expert in the USA and used his settings which really do seem to have made a difference to the onboard sounds.
The program editor that comes supplied (or at least by download) is an essential tool in helping to tweak the various in-built sounds, but it takes some getting used to. But it you treat it like a completely different instrument, it's fine. They are not very authentic for some of the woodwind "programs" and (ironically) the saxophones are the least authentic of all, to my ears. In addition to its 2. The issue I have is with the various sounds. Akai EWI 5000 For something a little more modern, there is the Akai EWI 5000, which features wireless connectivity for greater freedom while playing. In the akai ewi usb standalone program i changed the tools / ewi configuration / controller config, i assigned to cc1 39 volume fine and to cc2 39 volume fine now the volume control in ableton works without any cut outs. The other difference is that there's no need for a strong embouchure for higher notes, as you just roll your thumb up the octave rollers at the back to span 7 octaves effortlessly (compared to the sax's 2.5 octaves, which can be tricky to play at either end. The akai ewi usb is a low cost usb controller that hooks up to your computer via a usb cable. There are some differences in the fingerings between the EWI and the sax, even though it can be set up to play as a sax, you still need to get your head around certain differences, but this is fairly intuitive. This has changed recently because I now have studio monitors (KRK Rockit 5's from Thomann) which I'm using to amplify it and also play backing tracks on it simultaneously.īut, it will still have it's uses for silent practice.
I bought this instrument mainly to use in silent practice when I am away from home.
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