It's generally only when you move to another note using legato that you can trigger a sample mapped to a high initial velocity. Unless the library specifically cross-fades as you adjust the dynamics (many don't), it'll stay on that sample, even as you change dynamics. And when you start a note from silence, the initial velocity from a breath controller is generally going to be something close to zero, because even when you blow hard, it starts from zero. As you play at different breath pressure, the instrument will play back appropriately, and sounds quite good.įor Passion Flute from Orange Tree, in the Settings tab, map the Expression to CC2 using Learn MIDI CC# Automation, and then set Dynamics to Attack and set the slider to about 75% or so to reduce the initial "chiff" on non-legato notes.Įmbertone Crystal Flute also has a Dynamics, and you can turn off Attack Samples if you don't want the initial attack on every non-legato note.īe aware that most sample libraries - including the Popelka Bassoon - choose a sample based on the initial velocity of the note. Short Version: If the library has a way to map the Dynamics to the CC2, you're probably in luck.įor example, with the Popelka Bassoon, in the Performance tab, set the Dynamics and Vibrato Depth to CC2 using Learn MIDI CC# Automation. Thank you for your thoughts! it is nice to see that the forum is alive My hope is that the technology evolved.Indeed, i love to play with trills and different intense attacks(i play clarinet too, klezmer mostly) I assume you speak about this old yamaha wx5. Its embouchure and vibrato system seem the most sensitive ( i would like to have confirmation).Ībout connections, some midi/usb wireless transmitters exist and some people used them for stage so it might not be my most important you for your inputs. On top of that, the aerophone 10 would allow me by its design to practice silently with the same fingering system as the sax. I understand your thoughts on the ewi usb but it has been described as buggy and fragile. Sorry im confused "Mark's caveats" ? I googled it but couldnt find infos.
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so i want to keep the shape of a sax and play among full band including pianist or keyboard player and not replace them. I also hope to gig with it, connecting it via usb midi to a laptop or Ipad. I would usually compose writting scores,when it comes to solos, i would prefer to play that with a wind controller. I dont play piano yet and prefer to focus on my instrument for now. I want to compose in a daw for sure and use it as solo instrument with expression.
I should have precised my intended use indeed! If you really want a monophonic MIDI controller, the USB EWI might be worth considering instead of the Aerophone or EWI 5000. Although I love my EWI, there's a big difference between "fun to play " and "best way to enter music." You read Mark's caveats on both types of controllers. For $130, it's less a purchasing risk that a wind controller. for music entry, a breath controller is a more flexible option. Being able to control sound via the reed may be a big thing for you, as you're a sax player.īut. The Aerophone has user-assignable keys, as well as a reed in a "real" mouthpiece. The biggest difference is the number of controls.
It constantly surprises me how well the non-moving keys on the EWI work. The Aerophone has keys that move, but have read mixed reviews on the feel. In contrast, the EWI has a bunch of alternate fingerings available, which I - not a sax player - find convenient. The Aerophone tries to duplicate the "true" sax fingerings. When I play live, I use a USB EWI with a $150 DIY wireless setup, but use a USB cable when I'm at home. The EWI 5000 remote box has a USB plug, but appears to be solely for power. I've only played the USB EWI, so I can't speak entirely from experience.Ĭolor me surprised, but neither the EWI 5000 or the Aerophone 10 appear to support wireless MIDI. I'm assuming you want to use the wind controller as a MIDI controller, as computer-based sounds are significantly better than what comes with the instruments.