.Alesis V61
USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
61 Full-sized Velocity Sensitive Keys
+ 8 Velocity Sensitive Trigger Pads
+ 4 Assignable Buttons + 4 Assignable Knobs
Ideal for Live Performance and Studio Applications
+ USB 2.0
Comes in original box and with USB cable
The
Alesis V61 is a powerful, intuitive MIDI controller that lets you take
command of your music software with a series of pads, knobs, and
buttons. With 61 full-size velocity-sensitive keys and Octave Up/Down
buttons, you can expand the keyboard to the full melodic range and play
bass lines, chords, and melodies. V61 also features four assignable
knobs and buttons for manipulating effect plugins and virtual
instruments: open and close filters, adjust volume levels, activate
effects, tweak parameters, and more. Eight velocity-sensitive backlit
pads allow you to launch clips or finger drum with exceptional response,
and pitch and modulation wheels expand the expressive capabilities of
your performing.
V61
was designed to seamlessly and effortlessly integrate with your music
software. A single USB connection to your Mac or PC provides both power
and MIDI functionality, allowing you to plug right into your computer
and start making music. All the knobs, buttons, and pads illuminate to
provide real-time visual feedback and are laid out for an intuitive
workflow. Plus, V61's slim design makes it easy to implement this
powerful MIDI controller into any sized studio.
V61
is bundled with Ableton Live Lite 9 and Xpand!2 by AIR Music Tech, two
dynamic pieces of software that enable you to record, produce, and
perform with your computer. Ableton Live Lite 9 is a fluid audio/MIDI
environment that enables you to spontaneously record, remix, improvise,
and edit musical ideas on the fly. Xpand!2 is an advanced virtual
instrument that comes with a collection of premium sounds, ranging from
acoustic instruments to futuristic synthesizers. Together, these
powerful music platforms allow you to create or perform music with V61
right out of the box.
Features:
61 full-sized, square-front keys
8 velocity- and pressure-sensitive backlit pads for beat production and clip launching
4 assignable knobs and 4 assignable buttons interface with your music software
Octave Up and Down buttons let you access the full keyboard range
Pitch and modulation wheels deliver expressive, creative control
Seamless, visual feedback via illuminated buttons and knobs
USB power and USB-MIDI connectivity for Mac and PC
Production software included: Ableton Live Lite 9 and Xpand!2 by AIR Music Tech (downloads)
Minimum Requirements:
Mac: OS X 10.7, 10.8, or 10.9 (Software Requirements: OS X 10.8 or 10.9)
PC: Windows 7 or Windows 8; Multicore Processor; 2GB RAM
Available USB Port