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ROLI Airwave: Spatial Expression for the Modern Controllerist

ROLI’s Airwave is not your average MIDI controller. In this official walkthrough, ROLI’s Sound Design & Innovation Manager, Marcus Levy-Chance, demonstrates how Airwave leverages dual infrared cameras and advanced hand tracking to turn gestures into expressive sound control. The video walks through hardware setup, the full suite of Air Gestures, and how Airwave integrates with both ROLI’s own instruments and third-party MIDI gear. For anyone interested in spatial control, MPE workflows, or simply adding a new dimension to their performance rig, this is a deep dive into the architecture and creative potential of Airwave.

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