Step Into the Spotlight

Features

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.

• 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
• Innovative bender mode for expressive solos
• Long battery operation (approx. 6 hours)

Step Into the Spotlight

More Info

All In One
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.

Control Freak
The AX-Synth 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.

USB MIDI
While the AX-Synth is completely self-contained, it’s also capable of driving external instruments via MIDI. Plug into a MIDI device, and enjoy an unlimited world of sounds and textures, all controllable from the AX-Synth.

Custom Programming
The 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.

Step Into the Spotlight

Specs

Keyboard

49 Keys (with velocity)

Sound Generator

Maximum Polyphony

128 voices

Tones

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

Others

Battery

8 x Ni-MH rechargeable Batteries

Display

(3 x 7) segment LED

Accessories

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

*The specifications are subject to change without notice.

Articles

Accessories

CB-61W Keyboard Bag Soft-shell carrying case specially designed for the E-09, Prelude, and GW-8. Click for Details

ST-AX Stand for AX-Synth Folding metal stand custom designed for Roland’s uniquely shaped AX-Synth. Click for Details

GW-8 & AX-Synth Driver Version 1.0.0 for Windows 7 32-bit Edition

This is the GW-8 & AX-Synth driver for Microsoft(R) Windows 7.

GW-8 & AX-Synth Driver Version 1.0.0 for Windows 7 64-bit Edition

This is the GW-8 & AX-Synth driver for Microsoft(R) Windows 7 64-bit Edition.

AX-Synth Patches V1.0

AX-Synth owners: check our excusive collection of sounds that’ll take your AX to the next level – evocative pads, searing leads and warm retro basses are the order of the day. Most patches use the mod bar and aftertouch dial to alter the sound.

Simply load into your AX-Synth Librarian (Import SMF) and upload to your AXSynth!

AX-Synth Editor Version 1.00 (PC)

This is the AX-Synth Editor for Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP and Microsoft(R) Windows Vista(TM).

AX-Synth Editor Version 1.00 (MAC)

This is the AX-Synth Editor for Macintosh OS X

AX-Synth Manual (PDF)

AX-Synth Brochure (PDF)