The Roland AX-Edge in black is a 49-key keytar synthesizer built for musicians who perform at the front of the stage. Featuring full-size velocity-sensitive keys with channel aftertouch, 256-voice polyphony, and the ZEN-Core sound engine, the AX-Edge delivers serious synthesis power in a performance-first instrument designed to be worn and played standing up.

Sound Engine & Stage Performance

The AX-Edge features customizable Edge Blades (silver on the black model) that let you personalize its aggressive stage look. A ribbon controller and modulation bar provide expressive real-time control, while seven assignable buttons put your most-used parameters within thumb's reach. The built-in vocoder with XLR mic input enables live vocal processing. Over 500 preset tones cover everything from screaming leads to lush pads, and you can edit sounds wirelessly via the Bluetooth-connected AX-Edge Editor app on your phone. Battery operation (8x AA NiMH) provides approximately four hours of cable-free performance.

Specifications

• Keyboard: 49 full-size keys with velocity and channel aftertouch
• Sound Engine: ZEN-Core
• Polyphony: 256 voices (varies with sound generator load)
• Parts: 4 parts + vocoder part
• Tones: 500+ presets, 256 user tones, 320 user programs
• Effects: Part multi-FX (90 types), Part EQ, program multi-FX (90 types), chorus (9 types), reverb (7 types), master compressor, master EQ
• Controllers: Ribbon controller, modulation bar, assignable control knob, master volume knob, 7 assignable buttons, pedal aftertouch
• Display: 16-character 2-line LCD with segment LED
• Outputs: L/Mono and R (1/4" phone), headphones (1/4" stereo)
• Inputs: Mic (1/4" phone), pedal jack
• Connectivity: MIDI In/Out, USB Computer (MIDI), USB Memory, Bluetooth 4.1 (MIDI over BLE)
• Power: DC 9V via included AC adaptor, or 8x AA NiMH rechargeable batteries (sold separately, approx. 4-hour life)
• Dimensions: 1,252 x 291 x 85 mm (49-5/16" x 11-1/2" x 3-3/8")
• Weight: 4.2 kg (9 lbs 5 oz), excluding AC adaptor and batteries
• Color: Black with silver Edge Blade

In the Box

• Roland AX-Edge Keytar (Black)
• AC adaptor
• Power cord
• Shoulder strap
• Blade panel (with hex key and screws)
• Ferrite core with fastening band
• Owner's manual