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Akai EWI Solo User Manual

Akai EWI Solo
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User Guide
English
Manual Version 1.4

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Akai EWI Solo Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeElectronic Wind Instrument
EffectsReverb, Delay, Chorus
Note Range8 Octaves
Pitch BendYes
VibratoYes
Sound EngineBuilt-in Sound Engine
Sounds200 sounds
ConnectivityUSB
PowerRechargeable battery or USB power
Controlbreath sensor
Octave Rollers/KeysOctave rollers
DisplayOLED display
Included AccessoriesUSB cable

Summary

Introduction and Getting Started

Support Information

Accessing product information and support resources.

Initial Setup Guide

Steps for powering on and holding the EWI Solo.

EWI Solo Connectivity

Audio Output Options

Connecting to amplifiers, interfaces, and headphones.

USB MIDI Connection

Using the EWI Solo as a MIDI controller.

Playing the EWI Solo

Playing Tips and Techniques

Advice on vibrato, articulation, and hand contact.

Performance Controls Overview

Using note keys, octave rollers, glide, and pitch-bend plates.

EWI Solo Features

Mouthpiece and Note Key Interface

Core playing interface and its adjustability.

Mode and Program Buttons

Functions of Hold and Interval buttons for performance.

Front Panel Controls

Display and Navigation

Using the display and encoder for operation.

Program and FX Controls

Buttons for managing programs and effects.

Program Selection and Saving

Buttons for accessing and saving favorite programs.

EWI Solo Ports and Components

Performance Surfaces

Grounding plates, octave rollers, glide, and pitch-bend plates.

Connectivity and Power Components

USB port, audio outputs, power button, battery compartment.

Basic Operation

Selecting Sound Programs

How to choose and load instrument sounds.

Saving Favorite Programs

Storing custom programs in Favorites lists.

Edit Mode Customization

Using Built-in Effects

Reverb Effect Configuration

Detailed settings for the Reverb effect.

Chorus Effect Configuration

Detailed settings for the Chorus effect.

Delay Effect Configuration

Global Menu Settings

Sensor Settings

Adjusting Breath, Bite, Glide, and Pitch Bend sensors.

Control Button Settings

Configuring Hold and Interval button behavior.

System and Display Settings

MIDI, Speaker, Idle Shutdown, and Font Size.

Breath Sensor Configuration

Breath Sensor Parameters

Offset, Sensitivity, Learn Mode, and Capture Delay.

Breath Sensor Output Modes

MIDI output types: Breath CC, Lock Velocity, Constant Output.

Bite Sensor and Key Action

Bite Sensor Configuration

Sensitivity, filter, and output mode for bite sensor.

Key Action Configuration

Key delay, sensitivity, and K10 function adjustments.

Fingering Modes

Fingering Mode Descriptions

EWI, Saxophone, Flute, Oboe, EVI, and Reverse EVI modes.

Glide Plate Functionality

Glide Plate Modes

Portamento, Legato Time, and Custom CC modes.

Pitch Bend and Hold Button Settings

Pitch Bend Plate Settings

Pitch Bend and Custom CC configurations.

Hold Button Modes

Off, Legato, Non-legato, and Custom CC modes.

Interval Button and System Settings

Interval Button Modes

Harmony and Custom CC modes for interval button.

System Configuration

LFO, MIDI Channel, Speaker, Idle Shutdown, Font Size.

Other Functions and Maintenance

Restoring Default Settings

Procedure for resetting to factory defaults.

Rechargeable Battery Management

Battery care, replacement, and disposal.

Firmware Updates

Appendix: Fingering Charts

EWI Fingering Chart

Saxophone Fingering Chart

Flute Fingering Chart

Oboe Fingering Chart

EVI Fingering Charts

Menu Structure Overview

FX Menu Details

Program List Reference

Technical Specifications

Trademarks and Licenses

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