Akai EWI5000 Electronic Wind Instrument

The Akai Pro EWI5000 represents a breakthrough in electronic wind instrument technology, combining wireless freedom with professional-grade sound quality to create an instrument that responds naturally to every breath and bite. This latest addition to the EWI series builds upon decades of innovation, featuring 2.4GHz low-latency wireless connectivity that allows performers to move freely on stage while maintaining pristine stereo audio transmission through the included receiver.

Musicians will appreciate the instrument's versatility, with support for multiple playing styles including flute, oboe, and saxophone fingering modes, plus an EVI mode specifically designed for brass players. The ultra-responsive mouthpiece incorporates both air-pressure level and bite sensors for precise volume and pitch control, while eight dedicated precision dials provide real-time adjustment of parameters including Filter, Reverb, Chorus, LFO, Breath Amount, and tuning controls.

The EWI5000 comes loaded with over 3GB of premium sounds created by SONiVOX, spanning traditional orchestral instruments and contemporary synth textures across multiple genres. Professional connectivity options include USB-MIDI, 5-pin MIDI output, 1/4" audio output, and 1/8" headphone output, making it suitable for both studio production and live performance. The rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides up to 6 hours of playing time, while the included EWI5000 Sound Editor software allows complete customisation of the sound library on Mac or PC.