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Akai EWV2000

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Akai EWV2000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz
CompatibilityAkai EWI wind controllers
InputsEWI Input
OutputsStereo Out
Power Supply12V DC Adapter
Included AccessoriesAC Adapter, Owner's Manual

Summary

Safety and Precautions

Electrical Safety and Power

Covers power requirements, voltage selection, shock prevention, and UK wiring.

Product Handling and Warnings

Details safe usage, ventilation, cleaning, and lithium battery warning.

Product Features

Synthesizer Capabilities

Highlights 2-system analog synth, memory banks, and expression via sensors.

Connectivity and Interface Features

Mentions MIDI, LCD, tape interface, and polyphonic playback.

Control Panel - Main Controls

Power, Program, and Instrument Jacks

Details POWER, PROGRAM UP/DOWN, INSTRUMENT connections.

Performance Control Knobs

Explains VIBRATE, BEND, GLIDE, BREATH, VALUE controls.

Control Panel - Mode and Selection

Display and System Buttons

Covers DISPLAY, SOURCE LEDs, CONTRAST, WRITE, AUTO TUNE, MIDI, TAPE, TRANSPOSE.

Bank and Parameter Selection Buttons

Details TUNE, PHONES, EDIT, BACKWARD, BANK/NUMBER, and parameter select buttons.

Control Panel - IO and Output

Audio Output and Input Jacks

Explains LINE OUT, EXT IN, PHONES jacks and LEVEL knobs.

Detailed Parameter Selection

Continues explanation of parameter selection buttons.

Rear Panel Overview

Rear Panel Connections and Switches

Describes TAPE IN/OUT, MEMORY PROTECT, MIDI OUT, POWER INLET.

Connections and Setup

Connecting Controllers

Details connecting EW11000/EVI1000 controllers.

External Sound Source Connectivity

Explains MIDI OUT and EXT IN usage with external gear.

External Component Integration

Connecting to Amplifiers and Speakers

Connecting to amplifiers, mixers, speakers via LINE OUT.

Foot Switch Control for Programs

Using foot switches for program changes.

Understanding Synthesizer Basics

Core Synthesizer Concepts

Explains pitch, tone, volume, and acoustic envelopes.

Synthesizer Signal Flow

Describes VCO, VCF, VCA, and EG interaction.

EWV2000 System Configuration

Dual Synthesizer Architecture

Explains the two-system design for sound creation.

Control Signal Operation

Details breath sensor signals and their effects on parameters.

Lip Sensor Operation

Lip Sensor Control Parameters

Explains how lip sensor pressure affects VCO, PWM, VCF, VCA.

Vibration Lever Effects

Describes vibration lever usage for EVI1000.

Operation - Saving Voice Data

Saving All Voice Data to Tape

Procedure for saving all 64 banks to tape.

Saving Single Voice Banks to Tape

Procedure for saving one bank at a time.

Operation - Verifying Voice Data

Verifying All Saved Data on Tape

Procedure to check if all data was saved correctly.

Verifying Single Bank Data on Tape

Procedure for verifying data saved one bank at a time.

Operation - Loading Voice Data

Loading All Voice Data from Tape

Procedure to load all data from tape.

Loading Single Voice Banks from Tape

Procedure for loading data one bank at a time.

Playing Pre-programmed Voices

Selecting and Playing Voices

Steps to select banks/numbers and play voices.

Adjusting Performance Controls

Adjusting BREATH SENSE, VIBRATE, BEND for playing.

Creating New Sounds

Entering and Using Edit Mode

How to access and navigate the EDIT mode.

Sound Editing Principles

Overview of parameter editing for sound modification.

Sound Editing - Pitch and Effects

Pitch Bend and Portamento Effects

Using BEND and GLIDE controls for pitch effects.

Pitch Transposition and Tuning Functions

Using TRANSPOSE and AUTO TUNE functions.

Parameter Editing - OSC Section

OSC-1 Frequency and Fine Tuning

Explains OSC-1 FREQ and FINE parameters.

OSC-1 Waveform and Pulse Width

Details OSC-1 WAVE and PULSE WIDTH parameters.

Parameter Editing - OSC Section Details

OSC-1 Envelope Depth and Synchronization

Explains OSC-EG DEPTH, SYNCHRONIZE, WAVE ENV FM.

OSC-1 Pitch Modulation Controls

Details OSC-1 FREQ, FINE, WAVE, PULSE WIDTH.

Parameter Editing - VCF Section

External Input Balance and Cutoff Frequency

Explains EXT BALANCE and CUTOFF FREQ for VCF.

VCF Resonance and Modulation

Explains RESONANCE and modulation for VCF.

Parameter Editing - VCF Envelope

VCF Modulation and Filter Types

Details OSC WAVE FM, PITCH FOLLOWER, HI-PASS-FIL.

VCF Envelope Generator - Attack and Decay

Explains VCF-EG ATTAK and DECAY.

Parameter Editing - VCF Envelope Stages

VCF Envelope Generator - Sustain and Release

Explains VCF-EG SUSTN and RELES.

VCF Envelope Depth and VCA Attack

Details VCF-EG DEPTH and VCA-EG ATTAK.

Parameter Editing - VCA Envelope

VCA Envelope Generator Settings

Explains VCA-EG DECAY, SUSTN, RELES, DEPTH.

Source Output Level and Vibrato VCO

Details SOURCE-1 OUT, LEVEL, and VIB VCO.

Parameter Editing - Vibrato and Breath Controls

Vibrato Effects on VCO, VCF, VCA

Details VIB PWM, VCF, VCA.

Breath Control Parameters

Explains BREATH VCO, PWM, VCF, RESON.

Parameter Editing - Breath and Effects

Breath Control for VCA

Explains BREATH VCA parameter.

Trigger and Filter Mode Selection

Details TRIGGER SINGLE/MULTCH and FILTER modes.

Creating Sounds with EG - Source 2

VCA and VCF Envelope Settings for Source 2

Details VCA-EG and VCF-EG for Source 2.

Source 2 VCF and Filter Parameter Settings

Explains VCF cut-off, resonance, OSC wave FM, pitch follower, HPF for Source 2.

Creating Sounds - Source 2 Parameters

Source 2 Envelope and Breath Control Setup

Details OSC-2 FINE, WAVE, PULSE WIDTH, OSC-EG DEPTH, BREATH controls for Source 2.

Source 2 VCF and Filter Parameter Tuning

Covers CUTOFF FREQ, RESONANCE, OSC WAVE FM, PITCH FOLLOWER, HI-PASS-FIL for Source 2.

Creating Sounds - Mix and Performance Controls

Source 2 VibratoBend and Breath Intensity

Details VIB/BEND and BREATH INTENSITY for Source 2.

Filter Effects and Voice Mixing

Explains FILTER modes and mixing source 1/2.

Mixing Source 1 and Source 2 Voices

Playing Only Source 1 Voices

How to output only source 1 sound.

Playing Only Source 2 Voices

How to output only source 2 sound.

Trigger Mode Operation

Single Trigger Mode Explanation

Explains envelope generation in SINGLE mode.

Multch Trigger Mode Explanation

Explains envelope generation in MULTCH mode.

EG Operation in MULTCH Mode

Staccato and Non-Legato Playing Techniques

How MULTCH mode works for non-sustained sounds.

Caution for Sustained Envelopes

Warning about long release times in MULTCH mode.

Using the BACKWARD Button

Navigating Parameters in Edit Mode

How the BACKWARD button moves between edited parameters.

Variations in Sounds Using SYNCHRONIZE

Synchronized VCO Operation

How to use the SYNCHRONIZE function for sound variations.

WAVE ENV FM for Metallic Sounds

Applying WAVE ENV FM Function

How to use the WAVE ENV FM function for special effects.

Labeling Voices

Naming Created Voices

Procedure for naming created voices with up to 10 characters.

Storing Voices in Memory Banks

Saving Created Voices to Memory

Procedure for storing created voices in memory banks.

Convenient Function for Comparing Voices

Comparing Edited vs. Original Voices

How to compare sounds during editing by recalling original voices.

Playing External MIDI Sound Sources

Data Sent from EWV2000 MIDI OUT

Lists data types transmitted via MIDI OUT terminal.

MIDI Connection and Setup Procedures

How to connect and configure MIDI OUT for external sources.

Ways of Using the EXT IN Jack

Enhancing Expression with EXT IN

How EXT IN jack adds expression via VCFs and VCAs.

EXT IN Connection and Parameter Setup

Details connections and parameter settings for EXT IN.

Polyphonic Chord Patterns

Chord Pattern Programming Overview

Discusses programming chord patterns like unison, harmony, octave.

Setting Up Chord Playback Mode

Procedures for enabling chord playback on external MIDI sources.

Programming Chord Patterns

Inputting Program Numbers and Chord Notes

Step-by-step guide for creating chord patterns.

Assigning Chord Patterns to Key Notes

How to map created patterns to key notes.

Assigning Key Notes to Chord Patterns

Key Note Assignment Procedures

Steps for assigning program numbers to key notes.

Example Key Note Assignments

Demonstrates assigning different programs to keys.

Storing Polyphonic Chord Programs

Saving Chord Data to Memory Banks

Steps to store programmed chords into memory banks.

Pre-programmed Sample Chord Patterns

Sample Chord Pattern Examples

Lists examples of pre-programmed patterns for mastering.

Sample Chord Patterns (Continued)

Chord Pattern Variations and Usage

Continues examples of programmed chords and their musical notation.

Parameter Copy Function

Copying Source 1 Parameters to Source 2

How to copy parameters between source sides.

Supported Parameter Types for Copying

Lists which parameters can be copied.

Specifications

Technical Specifications Overview

Lists model, type, sound source, memory, functions.

Detailed Parameter List

Comprehensive list of all parameters and their functions.

Specifications - Additional Details

Breath Control Parameters List

Lists all BREATH INTENSITY parameters and their ranges.

Connectors, Power, and Dimensions

Details connectors, power consumption, dimensions, weight.

MIDI Implementation Chart

MIDI Transmitted Functions

Lists functions transmitted via MIDI, including channel, mode, notes.

MIDI Recognized Functions

Lists functions recognized by MIDI, including notes, pitch bend, control change.

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