Akai Professional EWI 5000

Experimental wind synthesizer - radio connection

• Wireless digital wind instrument with audio/MIDI transmission
• 3GB internal sound library developed by SONiVOX
• Mouthpiece with pressure and mouthpiece sensors
• Compatibility with different fingerings (sax, flute, oboe, brass)
• Advanced controls for sound parameters and expressiveness
• Traditional audio and MIDI + USB connections
• Rechargeable battery with up to 6 hours of battery life
• Ideal for live performance and studio

Akai Professional EWI 5000: wireless wind synthesizer

Akai Professional EWI 5000 is a digital wind instrument designed to offer maximum expressive freedom and technological integration. With wireless audio and MIDI connectivity, it enables wireless performance while maintaining professional-quality sound on stage and in the studio.

Wireless performance and total freedom

Low-latency audio and MIDI connection

2.4 GHz wireless transmission ensures stable communication between instrument and receiver, allowing you to send stereo audio and MIDI data without cables, with minimal latency.

Autonomy for live and studio use

The built-in lithium battery offers up to 6 hours of use, making the EWI 5000 perfect for extended sessions and uninterrupted live performances.

Expressive control and advanced sensors

Sensitive mouthpiece and natural dynamics

The mouthpiece with pressure and mouthpiece sensors allows precise control of volume and intonation, providing a realistic playing experience for musicians coming from traditional wind instruments.

Real-time sound design controls

The 8 dedicated controls allow you to manage parameters such as filter, LFO, effects and intonation, expanding expressive possibilities during performance.

Sound library and tonal versatility

3GB of SONiVOX sounds

The built-in library includes orchestral, synth, bass and lead sounds, offering a wide timbral range for every musical genre.

Customizable fingering

The EWI 5000 supports different fingering configurations (sax, flute, oboe) and includes an EVI mode for emulating brass instruments.

Complete integration with studio and hardware

Versatile connections

In addition to wireless mode, the instrument has TRS audio outputs, headphone output, USB connection and MIDI DIN, ensuring compatibility with DAWs, synthesizers and hardware systems.

Dedicated software editor

The software editor allows you to edit and manage sounds, fully customizing the sound experience.

Innovative tool for modern musicians

Akai Professional EWI 5000 is the ideal choice for musicians, performers and sound designers who want to expand their expressive possibilities by combining the tradition of wind instruments with the latest digital technologies.

Technical Specifications.

• Type: Electronic Wind Instrument (EWI)
• Sound Library: 3 GB SONiVOX
• Connection: Wireless 2.4 GHz + USB + MIDI DIN
• Outputs: TRS stereo audio, headphones
• Sensors: pressure, mouthpiece, 13 touch
• Controls: 8 assignable parameters
• Fingerings: sax, flute, oboe, EVI
• Autonomy: about 6 hours (rechargeable battery)
• Dimensions: 60 x 680 x 43 mm
• Weight: 0.9 kg