Weather Instrument For Wind Speed

[11] 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.

[3 lb] Fantastic product. Helps keep wind noise at bay even in the most adverse weather conditions.

[0.045 lb] i have been working in harsh weather the past few days and this wind cover has worked wonders for me. i stand in direct wind and it surely reduces the wind noise.

[1.2 V] Delivery was delayed one due to weather (snow and wind). However the parts were well packaged. Installation was very easy and the computer performs much faster with the added memory.

[UHS-II] I bought two of these to try and and I was impressed with the speed and reliability. I took them to Mongolia to shoot in the extreme weather of the Eastern mountain region for Pallas Cats in -20 degree cold. I would definitely recommend them

[120] I was looking for a good medium speed film for fair-weather shooting, and this caught my attention! I liked it so well that I subsequently bought a 100' roll for my bulk loader!!!

[0.55 lb] Frames are quite expensive for what they are, but for the speed and ease on set they will be money makers. Using two in a book light for a sit-down interview travel kit (their head is usually best at 3' off the floor). Works perfectly with the one edge tied together, indoors without any wind, no stands or sandbags required. The 6x6 will for sure need support on each side if used outdoors or overhead, but being such a light frame, wind is your biggest hidden safety worry, not just supporting a heavy butterfly frame. Contacted a local film rag maker, and they are sewing up lots of custom options for me that are 1/2-2/3rds the cost of the Chimera or TRP branded ones off B&H. Just an FYI if you have a good shop locally and need to get a bunch. (BestFilmServices in Vancouver BC is amazing, adding Velcro loops to tighten the long edges and corners, with elastic for quick set ups as well.)

[10.625 lb] I have to say these things were a life saver on a shoot I was just on. Not only did they resist high wind speed and keep their shape, but they are light as a feather. Something that will stand the test of time! Good Purchase.

Frames are quite expensive for what they are, but for the speed and ease on set they will be money makers. Using two in a book light for a sit-down interview travel kit (their head is usually best at 3' off the floor). Works perfectly with the one edge tied together, indoors without any wind, no stands or sandbags required. The 6x6 will for sure need support on each side if used outdoors or overhead, but being such a light frame, wind is your biggest hidden safety worry, not just supporting a heavy butterfly frame. Contacted a local film rag maker, and they are sewing up lots of custom options for me that are 1/2-2/3rds the cost of the Chimera or TRP branded ones off B&H. Just an FYI if you have a good shop locally and need to get a bunch. (BestFilmServices in Vancouver BC is amazing, adding Velcro loops to tighten the long edges and corners, with elastic for quick set ups as well.)

[Foam] Wind bad, this good. Keep wind out.