Alesis V49 MKII 49-Key USB-MIDI Keyboard Controller
SKU: ALV49MKII
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About Alesis V49 MKII
What sets the Alesis V49 MKII 49-Key USB-MIDI Keyboard Controller apart is its stylish design, compact size, and durability, making it a versatile and affordable choice for music enthusiasts. This high-quality product from the reputable Alesis brand is a 49-key analog-digital keyboard, offering a wider range of tonal options compared to other keyboards.
Designed for music production and performance, the V49 MKII is more than just a keyboard. It's a full-featured production studio that can transform your PC, Mac, or iOS device into a musical powerhouse. The synth-action keys are springy and responsive, while the velocity-sensitive backlit pads, assignable knobs, and Octave and Transpose buttons allow for a full range of musical expression.
The V49 MKII also features Pitch Bend and Modulation wheels, an Arpeggiator with six modes, and a sustain pedal input for truly expressive control. The 8 backlit pads respond expressively to your playing, offering complete control for programming drums or playing back samples.
The V49 MKII's Arpeggiator boasts six modes with tap tempo and easily adjustable time division, gate, and swing controls. The four assignable knobs can be MIDI-mapped to your most important software functions, allowing you to control your DAW and software instruments without ever taking your hands off the V49 MKII.
The Alesis V49 MKII comes with an MPC Beats software bundle, featuring beat-making software based on the legendary MPC workflow. It also includes seven MPC Beats Expansion Packs spanning a variety of genres. To help you hone your keyboard skills, the V49 MKII offers 60 free lessons from Melodics. The package also includes a point-and-click MIDI editor software for customizing the MIDI messages that each of its controls send, as well as fine-tuning the key and pad response to your personal taste.
In essence, the Alesis V49 MKII 49-Key USB-MIDI Keyboard Controller is a comprehensive tool for both beginners and seasoned musicians, offering a wide array of features to inspire creativity and enhance music production.
Alesis V49 MKII Features
- 49 full-size, velocity-sensitive, synth-action keys
- Lightweight design for easy setup and portability
- 8 velocity-sensitive, LED-backlit pads with full level and note repeat controls
- Arpeggiator with 6 modes, tap tempo, time division, gate, and swing controls
- 4 MIDI-assignable knobs for virtual instrument and DAW control
- Pitch-bend and modulation wheels for added expression
- Octave buttons enable access of the full piano range
- 1/4" TS sustain pedal input for connecting an external sustain pedal (sold separately)
- USB-powered with plug-and-play connectivity for Mac or PC
- Works with iOS devices via Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (sold separately)
- Premium music education and production software bundle included