by a barrage of quick ones. The crowd explodes into a frenzy. Congratulations - The Budokan approves.  (less)

the base of the EWI, and move freely around the stage without being tethered by wires. At Akai Professional, we understand that artists want to concentrate on creating and performing music, not manipulating buttons, so we've made the breath, vibrato, glide time, and bend width controls easily accessible and totally adjustable. In addition, the included software lets both Windows and Mac users edit, customize, store and recall sounds with their computer. The EWI4000S delivers incredible versatility, ultimate mobility and remarkable creative expression that brings a musical revolution to your fingertips.  (less)

future as a musician is all going to come down to this moment. You take a breath, your hands poised for the opening of your first song. After all your hard work, will your band be able to captivate the crowd with your hot sounds and cool performance? Get ready to live out your rock and roll daydreams as you take center stage in Ultimate Band. Rock out to more than 30 classic songs and current hits by using your Wii Remote and Nunchuk controller to take on the role of drummer, lead guitarist, bass guitarist or band frontman. Live out the rock 'n' roll experience in Story mode, or jam to your favorite tunes in any venues you've already unlocked. Compete with friends and family to see who has the makings of a true rock legend, or combine your musical talents in cooperative play. With Ultimate Band, the key to rock stardom is in your hands. Features: Use your Wii Remote and Nunchuk controller to rock out on lead guitar, bass guitar, drums or as band frontman; no additional peripheral devices are required Embrace the rock 'n' roll lifestyle in a narrative Story mode, or just take the opportunity to jam to some of your favorite songs Experience the fun of playing more than 30 songs popularized by such artists as the White Stripes, the Who, the Jonas Brothers and Weezer Customize the look of your band by creating a character who looks just like you or by selecting entirely different characters Rock out in a variety of fanciful and real-life venues, including a haunted mansion and a garage, that come to life in reaction to your performance Songs are remastered for age appropriateness and to suit the gender of the band frontman Go head-to-head in a rock showdown with friends and family, or combine your talents in cooperative gameplay  (less)

future as a musician is all going to come down to this moment. You take a breath, your hands poised for the opening of your first song. After all your hard work, will your band be able to captivate the crowd with your hot sounds and cool performance? Get ready to live out your rock and roll daydreams as you take center stage in Ultimate Band. Rock out to more than 30 classic songs and current hits by using your Wii Remote and Nunchuk controller to take on the role of drummer, lead guitarist, bass guitarist or band frontman. Live out the rock 'n' roll experience in Story mode, or jam to your favorite tunes in any venues you've already unlocked. Compete with friends and family to see who has the makings of a true rock legend, or combine your musical talents in cooperative  (less)

stage. Switch between programs with the touch of a button, or use the note keys to select stored patches. Sounds are provided by an onboard, ultra-responsive analog synth module that captures ever nuance. Easily accessible controls for breath, vibrato, glide time, and bend width. Included software lets both Windows and Mac users edit, customize, store and recall sounds with their computer Akai EWI4000S Features Touch sensitive keys and Octave roller for quick and responsive playing Sensitive breath sensor for expressive dynamics Built-in Analog Modeling Synth sound module Built-in MIDI output for use with sound modules PC and Mac Editor software for internal sounds Lightweight and Portable Design with Battery power The Akai Professional EWI4000S is a newly designed electronic wind controller. This musical tool incorporates several improvements in the development of MIDI/ Synth instrument capabilities. The EWI4000S has many of the long sought after controls and functions that are necessary for expressive performance. These benefits have been proven by its predecessors, but the EWI offers these features at a much lower price. There are several improvements to the design as well, such as having a built-in sound module, direct MIDI IN and Out, and other updated operating functions. These functions make playing the EWI4000 easier than any other electronic wind instrument. With the sound module and the instrument all in one product, players no longer need to be tethered to a module. By using MIDI and audio wireless transceivers, EWI4000S players can move freely on the stage as they are playing. The user can easily switch between programs on the EWI4000S directly with a dedicated Program selection button, or use the note keys to select stored patches. The internal sounds of the EWI4000S are based on a virtual analog synth sound module that is very responsive to the player’s nuance. With easily accessible controls for breath, vibrato, glide time, and bend width, users can adjust the settings of the EWI4000 to their specific playing style. Also you can send multiple MIDI messages via breath control to send expression and aftertouch control messages. The EWI4000S also offers some new performance control features as well, such as the Octave Key. When you activate the Octave mode, you will get an automatic doubling of notes at one octave below the note you are playing. There is also a Hold Mode, which holds a note that you select enabling you to solo around that note. This is the first EWI with a sostenuto capability! Besides being a great wind controller, you also get a first rate synthesizer. The EWI4000S ha  (less)