Wind Instrument That Requires Most Air

I must admit, the first time I unboxed the instrument, I was amazed at the build quality. It has some heft, the keys are properly and ergonomically placed and you know Akai really took their time to perfect this wind controller. But as a long time saxophone player, the first time I actually played some scales, I was quite disappointed - it didn't feel like a saxophone. I was beginning to regret my purchase and thought about exchanging it for the WX5. So I gave it a few more days. Days turned to weeks, and I am beginning to appreciate this instrument. Keep practicing those scales, breathing with the mouthpiece and you realize how this is such an amazing wind controller. I made a mistake thinking that this is a replacement for a saxophone in an apartment situation. In reality, you should think about how this instrument can be an extension to your musical endeavors. The possibilities you can do with the sounds and playability are endless. There are a few usable synths prebuilt, but I suggest using the Akai EWI 5000 Editor to really play and edit your sounds then save it to the user bank. Also there are synths out there that can be used if you plug the EWI as just a midi wind controller; unfortunately you can't upload other synth sounds into the controller. Definitely give it some time to get used to the instrument especially moving from one octave to another. Keep practicing and you'll appreciate that there's hardly any moving parts here. I was opposed at it first since horns have that tactile and key feedback. But with the touch sensitivity, it really felt I was playing an instrument from the future. Again, you just have to get used to it - think about when mobile phones shift from physical keyboards to the modern phones we have today. And here I am today still keeping my purchase and writing a review. I thank Akai for making a top-notch wind controller and continuing the support for the modern electronic wind musician.

This is outstanding at cutting down wind noise! I have found it invaluable when you are in a situation that requires an additional wind screen beyond what is available on the VMP.

I'm using this as an instrument panel for my aircraft simulator (X-Plane 11). Works perfectly with Air Manager and I use the touch screen features as well.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I'm using as exterior monitor to my iMac 2020 running flight simulation software X-Plane11 and Air Manager. X-Plane runs on my iMac monitor and Air Manager shows plane's instrument panel on my TD1655. With touch capability and the addition of a device called Knobster, I can activate any control knob or switch on the instrument panel to make changes, and not have to use mouse or keyboard when flying in simulator. Really cool. I love the monitor.

I have found the camera to be easy to use. Sound of wind or air movement is highly noticeable.

Most of the videos I shoot are outside, and these have great wind and noise cancelling. I've never had to use the audio recording on the device, but it is nice to know it is there.

I work in a field that requires me to be aware of my surroundings and these are perfect. I have already been using the shokz air but have trouble with the connecting cable during winter months under my gear so these are absolutely perfect. The only downside I have encountered is I would have liked more customization of the buttons so maybe that can be added in the next firmware upgrade. Thank you shokz, now I can work hands free year round and be safe while working with traffic and other potential issues.

This came free when I ordered the Mavic Air 2. Most of my drone usage is in places with taller grass/weeds or rocky country so I figured I'd give it a try. It definitely seems to save some west and tear on the propellers as I'd be chopping grass almost every time I took off or landed.

It's got great wind resistance and video quality is pretty similar to the Air 2s . And no geo-fencing. Great alternative to the Air 2s

Priced right and keeps air movements out of the mic indoors. Not very effective in true wind, but that's not what it was designed for either. Used on Oktava MK-012 on indoor boom. Not made of cheap foam like some. Should last a while.