Roland AX-Edge 49-Key Keytar Synthesizer - Black

Roland AX-Edge 49-Key Performance Keytar - Black Edition

Steal the show and command the stage with the Roland AX-Edge. This professional-grade, 49-key performance keytar combines an iconic, aggressive design with a powerful sound engine engineered specifically for live keyboardists. Whether you are leading a high-energy rock band or adding texture to a dynamic pop performance, the Black Edition AX-Edge provides the freedom to move, the tools to express, and the visual impact to define your performance.

Iconic Blade Design and Customization

The AX-Edge is designed for maximum visual impact. The Black Edition features a sleek, sophisticated matte finish that looks timeless under stage lighting. The unique "Edge Blade" system allows you to swap out the decorative edge strip, giving you the flexibility to customize your look for different tours, venues, or brand identities. Every aspect—from the balanced neck grip to the high-visibility button layout—is optimized for the rigors of front-stage performance.

Professional Sound Library and Performance Control

Go beyond simple sounds with an engine tailored for the stage. The AX-Edge is loaded with hundreds of aggressive synth leads, punchy basses, and expansive orchestral textures designed to cut through the densest live mixes. Use the neck-mounted controls—including a sensitive ribbon controller, modulation bar, and assignable knobs—to manipulate your sounds in real-time, injecting the same level of expressive intensity as a lead guitarist during a blistering solo.

Wireless Freedom and Modern Workflow

Free yourself from the limitations of static setups. With integrated Bluetooth MIDI, you can wirelessly connect your keytar to your computer or mobile devices for easy editing via the dedicated AX-Edge Editor app. Combined with high-capacity battery power that keeps you playing for hours, the AX-Edge ensures your stage presence remains completely unencumbered by restrictive cables, allowing you to focus entirely on your performance.

Key Product Benefits

• Stage-Ready Ergonomics: Lightweight, balanced design featuring 49 full-size, velocity-sensitive keys for a professional playing experience.
• Customizable Aesthetics: Includes interchangeable Edge Blade strips for a unique, personalized visual style.
• Dedicated Performance Controls: Intuitive neck-mounted controllers for pitch, modulation, and filter sweeps allow for expressive, real-time sound manipulation.
• Pro-Grade Sound Engine: Loaded with stage-optimized synth, lead, and orchestral sounds designed to cut through any live mix.
• Wireless Connectivity: Integrated Bluetooth MIDI for seamless wireless remote editing and integration with your studio setup.

Official Technical Specifications

• Keyboard: 49 full-size keys with velocity sensitivity and channel aftertouch
• Sound Engine: Dedicated stage-optimized synthesis engine
• Polyphony: 256 voices
• Tones: 320 user programs and over 500 preset tones
• Performance Controls: Ribbon controller, Modulation bar, Assignable knobs, Master Volume, and Octave switches
• Connectivity: MIDI Out (5-pin), USB (Type B), Bluetooth MIDI, Stereo Headphone Out, Main Outputs (L/R)
• Power Options: 8 x Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (AA) or included AC power adapter
• Physical Dimensions: 1252 mm Width x 291 mm Depth x 85 mm Height
• Net Unit Weight: 4.2 kg (excluding battery cells)

Common Customer Questions Answered

Can I edit the sounds and create my own patches on the AX-Edge?

Yes. The AX-Edge features a dedicated AX-Edge Editor app for mobile devices. By connecting your device to the keytar via Bluetooth MIDI, you can visually edit patches, manage your tone list, and save your custom settings directly into the instrument's user memory, allowing you to prepare your entire setlist before you ever step on stage.

Is the AX-Edge compatible with standard pedal controllers?

Yes. The rear panel includes an input jack for a standard sustain pedal or footswitch. When connected, you can assign the pedal to trigger sustain, program changes, or other performance parameters, giving you hands-free control over your sounds while your hands remain busy on the keys and neck controls.

What does the "Edge Blade" system do?

The Edge Blade system allows you to physically swap the decorative strip on the body of the keytar. This gives you the ability to change the instrument’s appearance to suit different performances or branding needs without needing to purchase a new instrument. Each unit ships with an extra blade, and custom blades are available to further expand your design options.