Odisei Music, a pioneer in electronic wind instruments, will launch the world’s first electronic clarinet in a live event on December 8 via its official YouTube channel. This groundbreaking instrument, dubbed Travel Clarinet, allows musicians to practice silently using headphones, making it a versatile and portable solution for students and professionals alike.
The Travel Clarinet builds on the success of the company’s Travel Sax, launched as a Kickstarter project in 2019 and used by over 4,500 musicians across 70 countries. Odisei Music continues redefining the music experience with the Travel Clarinet, designed to maintain the traditional fingering of an acoustic clarinet while offering modern features such as MIDI integration and plug-and-play functionality. It also boasts a first in electronic wind instruments: built-in artificial intelligence that learns from the user’s movement and refines the expression sensors.
Like Travel Sax 2, Travel Clarinet boasts 50 internal sounds, a USB-C connection for MIDI out and battery charging, an internal reference speaker and a mini jack that enables players to practice silently with headphones. Users can connect a phone or tablet via Bluetooth to play backing tracks for practice.
“We aim to modernize wind instruments and give musicians the freedom to play anytime, anywhere,” said Ramón Mañas, CEO of Odisei Music. “This innovation reflects our commitment to combining tradition with cutting-edge technology.”
The December 8 launch event will feature a live presentation by Mañas, a professional clarinet demonstration and a Q&A session.
How to Join the Event:
• What: Live launch of the Travel Clarinet
• When: December 8, 2024
• Where: Odisei YouTube Launch Page
Clarinet enthusiasts are encouraged to subscribe to the channel and activate notifications to ensure they don’t miss the event. Odisei Music has also set up a registration page on its website to pre-order the Travel Clarinet at the best price.
The Odisei Music Travel Clarinet will be available for sale at music retailers worldwide and presale on December 8 at www.odiseimusic.com. For more information about Odisei Music, Travel Sax 2 and the new Travel Clarinet, visit the Odisei Music booth (8933) during the NAMM Show in Anaheim, California, USA, January 23-25, 2025, or at www.odiseimusic.com
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