Could u please tell me the difference in size compared to Roland AX Synth old model and AX Edge ...size in height and width... is it bigger than Ax synth old model ?
Hi, according to Roland's website the Ax Synth (the one just before the Ax Edge) is 1142 x 266 x 87mm and 3.9kg, the Ax edge is 1252 x 291 x 85mm and 4.2kg so the Ax Edge is bigger than the Ax Synth... 110mm longer and 25mm wider
Yep have to press hard on ribbon or get intermittent jumpiness so push it hard but not too hard or the pressure control modulates the sound (if set to do so). I like the pressure for modulation however and it seems easier to control ribbon pressure than the modulation rocker bar; expected bigger range of motion or throw distance from this modulation bar.
nuclearhythmics Hi, thanks for your feedback. Adding pressure sensitivity is probably why the touch ribbon doesn't work as well as the one on the Lucina (which doesn't have pressure sensitivity), so I guess it's a reasonable trade off.
@@IbandUK actually I'm thinking I should've got a used AX-7 instead, 3 lbs lighter and less bulky but craigslist had a $600 offer I couldn't refuse and I've been happy so far but not completely happy. This thing is HUGE! I want to put a hood ornament on it.
@@IbandUK Thanks for your kind reply and nice review. Maybe the Lucina would be more practical for me to control with the ribbon and more compact but I'll soon get used to the Edge ribbon pressure. I like the control bar except for the limited range of motion so it'd be nice if it could be set to control a narrower range.
@@nuclearhythmics the AX-7 is the perfect size in the Roland keytar line. It just doesn’t have any on board sounds and is only a midi controller. IMO the most comfortable keytar is the newer Kork Rk-100s or 100s2. Which is a controller as well as havimg the Korg Micro-korg sound module in it as well.
Well ive been wanting it since 2018 and im a gamer however i always has a dream about performing with a cool instrument and this Keytar seems to be the best. I just dont know if i wanna buy it since i spend alot of time gaming but i do also wanna do other things like music
The Arcane Two Hi, I'm a gamer too, so I get what you are saying. The Ax Edge is a great instrument for some cool on stage gigging action but not so great as a home synth. Obviously it depends what your aim is but if you want to start making music at home, there are more inspirational gear out there. Apps like bandlab (either on your phone or on your computer) are a good way to get started, as well as a good way to see how interested you are in music making, without spending any money at all. Basically what I'm saying is... I like my Ax Edge a lot and love using it but I dont use it to create music.
great video but just one doubt ..do I need passive speakers or active speakers to conect and play my Roland?? I'll appreciate someone reply me .. t-you =)
elmero mero Hi, thanks 😀👍 You need powered speakers or a keyboard combo amp (or headphones for quiet play). I use my Ax Edge with Roland mobile cube in my mobile cube review... th-cam.com/video/PLwQX8zW778/w-d-xo.html
Ca Mo Hi, it rather depends what you mean when you say you are looking to get into keys... 88 key synths usually have weighted keys so are great for piano style playing. 76 and 61 key synths usually have semi weighted keys so have a quicker action suitable for more synth style playing. Synths with 49 keys (or less) are more suitable to playing with just one hand rather than two so create a different style of playing. The Axe Edge has 49 keys and is certainly a good synth for one hand playing styles. Also... difference synths have difference sounds so make sure the synth you get has the sounds you want.
I just tried one of these today and it was SOOOO top heavy with a lot of weight in the neck and the strap wasn't quite long enough I had a sore back after like 4 minutes. The on/off switch is in a VERY odd spot. Sounded great but Dont really want to fork out that much and have to buy a new strap on top of it....
Dane Isherwood Hi, as I say, its about the same weight as some of the more serious bass guitars so, if you're not a bass guitarist, it may take a little while to get used to it.
Hi, As a solo artist I prefer the Roland Ax Edge for gigs. I prefer the Alesis Vortex Wireless 2 when I'm working on new songs with a DAW. I'm still learning new ways to use both keytars though. Have you used the Vortex or Edge? What's the most important feature for you?
@@IbandUK I never used a keytar but I want to buy one of them thats why I ask this to you Excuse me for the English if I had mistake because I'm not English
I have one and it's not worth $1000. For that much you might as well get something like a hydrasynth or something similar. The one thing I don't like the most about this synth is it doesn't have a midi clock to sync its arpeggiator or it's beats with other devices like a drum machine or something like the behringer td3. I mean come on the behringer td3 is around $130 and it has a built in midi clock to sync with other devices. I think the Roland axe edge's price is way too high for what it is. If they would of put a midi clock in the axe edge it would be worth the money.
@cyruss3813 Ah, you see, the Ax Edge is a keytar... A specialist keyboard from the 70s, designed to be played along side real drummers and real guitarists, in a real band. So you are indeed correct that for your purpose, a modern synth, designed for electronic music genres, would be a much better choice 😀
Sebastian Bribiesca Hi, yes... There are several ways to transpose... Adjust Coarse tune in the main menu (sound setting section), change Coarse tune in the tone itself (if you want a tone permanently transposed) or custom set the buttons or knobs on the Ax Edge to control Transpose in real time.
I bought the AX Edge for an 80's cover band. I would say it has some really great bread-and-butter sounds to do all the 80s covers, and a good set of lead sounds. But the app to program it is really a disappointment - at least in its iOS incarnation (which is what I tried). It works somehow, but it is full of quirks which you have to get used to. I wish Roland would release an editor/librarian for windows or osx which is much more usable.
backslash68 Hi, great to hear from another Ax Edge owner. Yes its great for 80s sounds and has so much potential through the editor app. Since the update to the Android version of the editor app (and the need to update the Ax Edge firmware to use it), the app is better. A lot of windows computers don't support Bluetooth midi and Catalina on Macs is a nightmare, so I can understand Roland avoiding that path (the windows editor for the Juno Di is no better for being on pc). Maybe when there are more musicians with surface pros Roland will have to think again.
Frostbite Hi, a keytar has no strings like a guitar, only keys like a piano... So you play notes or chords with your right hand and use your left hand to pitch bend, change octave and change sounds mainly (there are usually other buttons, knobs, etc for the left hand too).
The only difference between a regular keyboard and a keytar is, that on keytar you play only with your right hand and you use the left one to hold the neck and control the buttons and controllers on it. So it's basically just like playing a regular keyboard, but with only one hand. And of course instead of being put on a keyboard stand, you have it strapped on the shoulder.
@christopherkiyui8071 I did actually connect my Vortex Wireless 2 to my Ax Edge (using a CME Widi Master) and it was a great setup. Then I bought the MC101, which has the same basic zencore engine as the Ax Edge and hooked that up to my Vortex instead... its like having a mini Ax Edge... th-cam.com/video/vN8om27mOJs/w-d-xo.html
@Deepayan Maitra Thanks for the comment, I now have 2 demo sound videos for the Roland Ax Edge Sounds 401 to 432 (Poly Bank) th-cam.com/video/T8OGhr1Xpug/w-d-xo.html Sounds 101 to 132 (Ax Lead Bank) th-cam.com/video/EWAKt4W5cMU/w-d-xo.html
Hi, There are no drum kit midi patterns or a midi track sequencer on the Ax Edge, so you cannot set up a drum beat and/or bass line to play along to. It does however have a built in MP3 player so you can play along to backing tracks. You can layer 4 tones into each sound, so if you are happy to get busy with the Ax Edge Editor App (and you know about STEPs and LFOs) you can create your own melody type pattern tones. There are also a few melody type pattern tones already on the Ax Edge.
Hi thanks for your comment, My rather short reply was specific to the question of whether it could be used as a PC wireless midi controller. Bluetooth works with Mac (with the right OS) but I wasn't aware it could work on a Windows PC, I will check it out further though
@@IbandUK ah, i see... yes you can get Windows PCs with bluetooth capabilities, and you can get a bluetooth adapter for the ones that don't have it built in...
Latest Mac software has bluetooth MIDI software as part of the OS, Windows10 has bluetooth but not bluetooth Midi software as part of the OS (bluetooth Midi is different to just bluetooth). All the bluetooth Midi devices I have seen state they only support Mac/Ipad/Iphone but maybe someone is working on a Windows10 App that can add bluetooth Midi to Windows10 (and actually work).
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This is by far the most comprehensive review of the Edge - Great job!
silverwater006
Hi, thank you for your feedback, I'm glad you liked my review
I just bought an AX-Edge to be delivered next week and this video has me so excited for it to get here. Thanks for the comprehensive review.
Eliot Junipero
Hi, thank you for your feedback, so glad you like my video. The Ax Edge is a great keytar so welcome to the world of Ax Edge players.
I guarantee that you will have fun!
Could u please tell me the difference in size compared to Roland AX Synth old model and AX Edge ...size in height and width... is it bigger than Ax synth old model ?
Hi,
according to Roland's website the Ax Synth (the one just before the Ax Edge) is 1142 x 266 x 87mm and 3.9kg,
the Ax edge is 1252 x 291 x 85mm and 4.2kg
so the Ax Edge is bigger than the Ax Synth... 110mm longer and 25mm wider
Yep have to press hard on ribbon or get intermittent jumpiness so push it hard but not too hard or the pressure control modulates the sound (if set to do so). I like the pressure for modulation however and it seems easier to control ribbon pressure than the modulation rocker bar; expected bigger range of motion or throw distance from this modulation bar.
nuclearhythmics
Hi, thanks for your feedback. Adding pressure sensitivity is probably why the touch ribbon doesn't work as well as the one on the Lucina (which doesn't have pressure sensitivity), so I guess it's a reasonable trade off.
@@IbandUK actually I'm thinking I should've got a used AX-7 instead, 3 lbs lighter and less bulky but craigslist had a $600 offer I couldn't refuse and I've been happy so far but not completely happy. This thing is HUGE! I want to put a hood ornament on it.
@@IbandUK Thanks for your kind reply and nice review. Maybe the Lucina would be more practical for me to control with the ribbon and more compact but I'll soon get used to the Edge ribbon pressure. I like the control bar except for the limited range of motion so it'd be nice if it could be set to control a narrower range.
@@nuclearhythmics the AX-7 is the perfect size in the Roland keytar line. It just doesn’t have any on board sounds and is only a midi controller. IMO the most comfortable keytar is the newer Kork Rk-100s or 100s2. Which is a controller as well as havimg the Korg Micro-korg sound module in it as well.
Well ive been wanting it since 2018 and im a gamer however i always has a dream about performing with a cool instrument and this Keytar seems to be the best. I just dont know if i wanna buy it since i spend alot of time gaming but i do also wanna do other things like music
The Arcane Two
Hi, I'm a gamer too, so I get what you are saying. The Ax Edge is a great instrument for some cool on stage gigging action but not so great as a home synth. Obviously it depends what your aim is but if you want to start making music at home, there are more inspirational gear out there.
Apps like bandlab (either on your phone or on your computer) are a good way to get started, as well as a good way to see how interested you are in music making, without spending any money at all.
Basically what I'm saying is... I like my Ax Edge a lot and love using it but I dont use it to create music.
@@IbandUK i see, well i just wanted to learn to play a keytar mostly so i might get a cheaper one
great video but just one doubt ..do I need passive speakers or active speakers to conect and play my Roland?? I'll appreciate someone reply me .. t-you =)
elmero mero
Hi, thanks 😀👍
You need powered speakers or a keyboard combo amp (or headphones for quiet play). I use my Ax Edge with Roland mobile cube in my mobile cube review...
th-cam.com/video/PLwQX8zW778/w-d-xo.html
Do the batteries recharge in the unit or do you need a separate charger? I downloaded the manual but this wasn't discussed therein.
Adam B Harris
Hi, you will need a separate charger for the AA batteries as the Ax Edge cannot charge the batteries.
@@IbandUK thank you very much. Not a deal breaker of course but need to know.
If I'm a classical trained guitarist looking to get into keys, is this a good one? or should I got for 88 keys?
Ca Mo
Hi, it rather depends what you mean when you say you are looking to get into keys...
88 key synths usually have weighted keys so are great for piano style playing.
76 and 61 key synths usually have semi weighted keys so have a quicker action suitable for more synth style playing.
Synths with 49 keys (or less) are more suitable to playing with just one hand rather than two so create a different style of playing.
The Axe Edge has 49 keys and is certainly a good synth for one hand playing styles.
Also... difference synths have difference sounds so make sure the synth you get has the sounds you want.
I just tried one of these today and it was SOOOO top heavy with a lot of weight in the neck and the strap wasn't quite long enough I had a sore back after like 4 minutes. The on/off switch is in a VERY odd spot. Sounded great but Dont really want to fork out that much and have to buy a new strap on top of it....
Dane Isherwood
Hi, as I say, its about the same weight as some of the more serious bass guitars so, if you're not a bass guitarist, it may take a little while to get used to it.
Do you prefer the alesis vortex wireless 2 or the Roland ax edge
Hi,
As a solo artist I prefer the Roland Ax Edge for gigs. I prefer the Alesis Vortex Wireless 2 when I'm working on new songs with a DAW. I'm still learning new ways to use both keytars though.
Have you used the Vortex or Edge? What's the most important feature for you?
@@IbandUK thanks for the answer, I discovered your channel two days ago and I like it your video are very useful
@@IbandUK I never used a keytar but I want to buy one of them thats why I ask this to you
Excuse me for the English if I had mistake because I'm not English
Thank you for your comments, I am glad my videos are useful.
I have one and it's not worth $1000. For that much you might as well get something like a hydrasynth or something similar. The one thing I don't like the most about this synth is it doesn't have a midi clock to sync its arpeggiator or it's beats with other devices like a drum machine or something like the behringer td3. I mean come on the behringer td3 is around $130 and it has a built in midi clock to sync with other devices. I think the Roland axe edge's price is way too high for what it is. If they would of put a midi clock in the axe edge it would be worth the money.
@cyruss3813
Ah, you see, the Ax Edge is a keytar... A specialist keyboard from the 70s, designed to be played along side real drummers and real guitarists, in a real band. So you are indeed correct that for your purpose, a modern synth, designed for electronic music genres, would be a much better choice 😀
can we transpose with the AX_Edge?
Sebastian Bribiesca
Hi, yes... There are several ways to transpose... Adjust Coarse tune in the main menu (sound setting section), change Coarse tune in the tone itself (if you want a tone permanently transposed) or custom set the buttons or knobs on the Ax Edge to control Transpose in real time.
Can u please tell me which type of stand is that ?
Arun Rajesh
Hi, the stand I use is a Quiklok QL 643, which is an Amp stand.
aftertouch on mine takes less pressure on middle keys than high or low keys try those for easier response
nuclearhythmics
Hi, thanks for your feedback
I bought the AX Edge for an 80's cover band. I would say it has some really great bread-and-butter sounds to do all the 80s covers, and a good set of lead sounds. But the app to program it is really a disappointment - at least in its iOS incarnation (which is what I tried). It works somehow, but it is full of quirks which you have to get used to. I wish Roland would release an editor/librarian for windows or osx which is much more usable.
backslash68
Hi, great to hear from another Ax Edge owner. Yes its great for 80s sounds and has so much potential through the editor app. Since the update to the Android version of the editor app (and the need to update the Ax Edge firmware to use it), the app is better. A lot of windows computers don't support Bluetooth midi and Catalina on Macs is a nightmare, so I can understand Roland avoiding that path (the windows editor for the Juno Di is no better for being on pc). Maybe when there are more musicians with surface pros Roland will have to think again.
@@IbandUK I see now why, good info, thanks!
Hey does anybody know if how to play a key tar is like a guitar
Where you use your other hand to play chords or am I wrong?
Frostbite
Hi, a keytar has no strings like a guitar, only keys like a piano... So you play notes or chords with your right hand and use your left hand to pitch bend, change octave and change sounds mainly (there are usually other buttons, knobs, etc for the left hand too).
@@IbandUK play thank you for telling me that!
@@IbandUK okay*
The only difference between a regular keyboard and a keytar is, that on keytar you play only with your right hand and you use the left one to hold the neck and control the buttons and controllers on it. So it's basically just like playing a regular keyboard, but with only one hand. And of course instead of being put on a keyboard stand, you have it strapped on the shoulder.
The best keytar for me would be the Edge in the size of the Vorteus. #Roland.
@christopherkiyui8071
I did actually connect my Vortex Wireless 2 to my Ax Edge (using a CME Widi Master) and it was a great setup. Then I bought the MC101, which has the same basic zencore engine as the Ax Edge and hooked that up to my Vortex instead... its like having a mini Ax Edge...
th-cam.com/video/vN8om27mOJs/w-d-xo.html
@@IbandUK perfect combo indeed!
Cool
Thanks
Give demonstration of tones. thanks
@Deepayan Maitra
Thanks for the comment, I now have 2 demo sound videos for the Roland Ax Edge
Sounds 401 to 432 (Poly Bank) th-cam.com/video/T8OGhr1Xpug/w-d-xo.html
Sounds 101 to 132 (Ax Lead Bank) th-cam.com/video/EWAKt4W5cMU/w-d-xo.html
Make sure to try "ramdom" mode on the arpeggiator.
Hi Hlecktro, thanks for your comment, which sound patches do you think work best with the arpeggiator in random mode?
@@IbandUK I was just making a joke about how Roland mispelled "Random" as "Ramdom" in the menu.
@@Hlecktro Ha ha, yes... I just checked, I hadn't noticed that before...
Does it have rythem
Hi,
There are no drum kit midi patterns or a midi track sequencer on the Ax Edge, so you cannot set up a drum beat and/or bass line to play along to. It does however have a built in MP3 player so you can play along to backing tracks.
You can layer 4 tones into each sound, so if you are happy to get busy with the Ax Edge Editor App (and you know about STEPs and LFOs) you can create your own melody type pattern tones. There are also a few melody type pattern tones already on the Ax Edge.
Can you use it as a PC Wireless MIDI controller?
Hi,
The Roland Ax Edge is not a midi wireless controller, so I would say no.
@@IbandUK are you sure?.. i've read it can do midi over bluetooth, implying it can work as a midi controller wirelessly...
Hi thanks for your comment,
My rather short reply was specific to the question of whether it could be used as a PC wireless midi controller.
Bluetooth works with Mac (with the right OS) but I wasn't aware it could work on a Windows PC, I will check it out further though
@@IbandUK ah, i see... yes you can get Windows PCs with bluetooth capabilities, and you can get a bluetooth adapter for the ones that don't have it built in...
Latest Mac software has bluetooth MIDI software as part of the OS, Windows10 has bluetooth but not bluetooth Midi software as part of the OS (bluetooth Midi is different to just bluetooth). All the bluetooth Midi devices I have seen state they only support Mac/Ipad/Iphone but maybe someone is working on a Windows10 App that can add bluetooth Midi to Windows10 (and actually work).