14 best alesis midi keyboards

Product description

The Alesis V49 is a powerful, intuitive MIDI controller that lets you take command of your music software with a series of pads, knobs, and buttons. With 49 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. V49 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.



Includes Xpand!2

Struggling to find that perfect sound but getting tired of the same old presets? V49 includes the full version of Xpand!2 by AIR Music Tech, a powerful multi-timbral virtual instrument including a collection of over 2000 studio-grade sounds to create with. Whether you’re looking for that signature sound or some inspiration - this synth doesn’t disappoint!



Pro Tools | First Alesis Edition

With V49, artists and producers are given a virtually unlimited range of creative and versatile options with a specifically tailored Pro Tools | First software bundle for Alesis hardware. Pro Tools | First Alesis Edition features Unlimited Busses, Elastic Time and Elastic Pitch, Offline Bounce and 1 GB of free cloud storage space for collaboration or accessing projects from any computer anywhere that is connected to the internet, plus compatibility with all the included AIR Music Tech Virtual Instruments. This amazing audio and MIDI recording software helps inspire any artist, musician or singer-songwriter to create, record and share all their ideas across the world at any time.



World-Class Virtual Instruments

Also included are two premium virtual instruments from leading developer AIR Music Technology, the Mini Grand and DB-33 Tonewheel Organ. Mini Grand is a simple-to-use yet powerful virtual piano instrument with seven different acoustic piano sounds to suit a broad range of musical styles and production needs. DB-33 is a virtual organ that recreates the sounds and controllability of classic tonewheel organs such as the Hammond B3, and the rotary-speaker cabinets they are often played through. It includes 122 preset sounds plus an extra-realistic convolution rotary cabinet and tube overdrive emulation.



Eleven Lite

Need to lay down authentic-sounding guitar tracks? Want to add high quality fix to your keyboard, vocal, or drum tracks? Eleven Lite has got you covered! With the choice of modern and vintage amps & cabs and sounds that bring you from the beautiful cleans to modern hi-gain aggressiveness and everywhere in between, Eleven Lite will help you achieve the wall of sound your recordings need.



Ableton Live Lite

Ableton Live Lite delivers much of the functionality of Ableton Live— the revolutionary, multi-award winning music production solution that lets you spontaneously compose, record, remix, improvise and edit your musical ideas in a seamless audio/MIDI environment. Live brings your acoustic, electronic and virtual instruments—as well as your digital audio recordings and MIDI sequences—together in a single interface with unparalleled ease of use.

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• MIDI Keyboard with 49 full-sized, velocity sensitive square-front keys, perfect for playing Virtual Instruments
• 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. Seamless, visual feedback via illuminated buttons and knobs
• Octave Up and Down buttons let you access the full keyboard range and Pitch and modulation wheels deliver expressive, creative control
• Premium Software Included - Includes ProTools, First Alesis Edition, Ableton Live Lite 9 and Eleven Lite, plus Mini Grand, DB-33 and Xpand 2 virtual instrument software by Air Music Tech

User questions & answers

Question:	does this product come with all the needed cords
Answer:	it comes with the usb to the keyboard cord which is all the keyboard needs. since it takes the power from the pc it connects to.
Question:	Does it work for Fl studio 9 or higher
Answer:	I use FL Studio 11 and it works just fine :)
Question:	Will it work with Garage band
Answer:	Yes-it works great with garage band.
Question:	Do the keys press smooth? Are the keys actually "semi-weighted" or "like semi-weighted" synth keys
Answer:	Not weighted, but as a lifelong pianist these keys are much better than the cheap non-weighted keyboards, I'd say semi-weighted for sure. Perhaps the other answer on here wasn't as experienced with technique to know the difference between this and the ones that are completely non-weighted. More control here without a doubt.

Product features

The Building Blocks for any Music Producer

The Alesis V49 is a powerful, intuitive MIDI controller that lets you take command of your computer's music software without giving up your capacity for dynamic performances.

With 49 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.

49 full-sized keys and 8 Pads

With 49 full-size keys and 8 MPC-style drum pads, you're already well set up. The V49 adds to that pitch and modulation wheels, and four assignable knobs and buttons to open and close filters, adjust volume levels, activate effects, tweak parameters, and more.

Adjustable to Fit Your Style

The V49 Editor software offers an easy, visual way to edit the various MIDI messages that your keyboard's controls send to your computer. For even more control you can adjust the velocity curves of keys and pads to find the sensitivity that best fits your playing style.

Premium Software Suite Included

Combining Pro Tools | First Alesis Edition, Ableton Live Lite 9 and Eleven Lite, plus Mini Grand, DB-33 and Xpand!2, this amazing recording software suite provides core tools for any artist, musician or singer-songwriter to create, record and share all their ideas across the world at any time.

Product description

The Alesis VI61 is an advanced USB/MIDI keyboard MIDI controller that lets you take command of your music software with a series of pads, knobs, and buttons. With 61 velocity-sensitive semi-weighted keys with after touch and Octave Up/Down buttons, you can expand the keyboard to the full melodic range and play bass lines, chords, and melodies. VI61 also features 16 assignable knobs and 48 assignable buttons for manipulating effect plugins and virtual instruments: open and close filters, adjust volume levels, activate effects, tweak parameters, and more. 16 velocity-sensitive RGB trigger pads allow you to launch clips or finger drum with exceptional response and colorful visual feedback. Plus, pitch and modulation wheels expand the expressive capabilities of your performing.



Includes Xpand!2

Struggling to find that perfect sound but getting tired of the same old presets? VI61 includes the full version of Xpand!2 by AIR Music Tech, a powerful multi-timbral virtual instrument including a collection of over 2000 studio-grade sounds to create with. Whether you’re looking for that signature sound or some inspiration - this synth doesn’t disappoint!



Pro Tools | First Alesis Edition

With VI61, artists and producers are given a virtually unlimited range of creative and versatile options with a specifically tailored Pro Tools | First software bundle for Alesis hardware. Pro Tools | First Alesis Edition features Unlimited Busses, Elastic Time and Elastic Pitch, Offline Bounce and 1 GB of free cloud storage space for collaboration or accessing projects from any computer anywhere that is connected to the internet, plus compatibility with all the included AIR Music Tech Virtual Instruments. This amazing audio and MIDI recording software helps inspire any artist, musician or singer-songwriter to create, record and share all their ideas across the world at any time.



World-Class Virtual Instruments

Also included are two premium virtual instruments from leading developer AIR Music Technology, the Mini Grand and DB-33 Tonewheel Organ. Mini Grand is a simple-to-use yet powerful virtual piano instrument with seven different acoustic piano sounds to suit a broad range of musical styles and production needs. DB-33 is a virtual organ that recreates the sounds and controllability of classic tonewheel organs such as the Hammond B3, and the rotary-speaker cabinets they are often played through. It includes 122 preset sounds plus an extra-realistic convolution rotary cabinet and tube overdrive emulation.



Eleven Lite

Need to lay down authentic-sounding guitar tracks? Want to add high quality fx to your keyboard, vocal, or drum tracks? Eleven Lite has got you covered! With the choice of modern and vintage amps & cabs and sounds that bring you from the beautiful cleans to modern hi-gain aggressiveness and everywhere in between, Eleven Lite will help you achieve the wall of sound your recordings need.



Ableton Live Lite

Ableton Live Lite delivers much of the functionality of Ableton Live— the revolutionary, multi-award winning music production solution that lets you spontaneously compose, record, remix, improvise and edit your musical ideas in a seamless audio/MIDI environment. Live brings your acoustic, electronic and virtual instruments—as well as your digital audio recordings and MIDI sequences—together in a single interface with unparalleled ease of use.

• MIDI Keyboard with 61 full-sized, square-front, semi-weighted keys with after touch. USB MIDI and 5-pin MIDI Out offer flexible MIDI connectivity
• Manipulate plugins and virtual instruments with hands-on controls. With VI61, you can open and close filters on virtual synthesizers, adjust volume levels in your mix, activate effects, and much more
• 16 velocity-sensitive trigger pads with illuminated RGB feedback for beat production and clip launching. Pitch and modulation wheels deliver expressive, creative control
• 48 assignable buttons and 16 assignable knobs interface with your music software. Seamless visual feedback via LED screen and illuminated buttons and knobs
• Software Included - Includes ProTools | First Alesis Edition, Ableton Live Lite 9 and Eleven Lite, plus Mini Grand, DB-33 and Xpand!2 virtual instrument software by Air Music Tech

User questions & answers

Question:	Can you record samples and use them
Answer:	Alesis support here! The VI25 is a controller only, allowing you to control audio from your DAW so with the combination of a DAW, you can definitely record samples and use them with this keyboard. If you have any other questions, please feel free to email me directly at [email protected].
Question:	does this work with garageband
Answer:	Yup
Question:	does it plug into ac
Answer:	I dont believe so. It is a midi controller and I assume it is purely usb-buss powered. It may have the option for AC incase you don't wish to strain your laptop battery but I am unsure as it is unreleased yet. By the way if you didn't know this is a midi controller and cannot standalone or produce sounds without being connected to a computer or to analog/digital hardware such as a synth or drum machine.
Question:	how do the keys "feel" compared to an actuall piano key? i have found that alot of lower priced keyboards hav a spongey kinda feel
Answer:	These keys are semi weighted. This means that when you press down on them they have light to moderate resistance when pressed and will return less springy than a cheaper synth. Think between a regular piano and a cheap synth and that's the feel you get.

Product features

The Building Blocks of Professional Music Production

The Alesis VI61 is an advanced USB/MIDI keyboard MIDI controller that lets you take command of your music software with a series of pads, knobs, and buttons.

With 61 velocity-sensitive semi-weighted keys with aftertouch and Octave Up/Down buttons, you can expand the keyboard to the full melodic range and play bass lines, chords, and melodies.

61 Full-Sized Keys and 16 Pads

16 velocity-sensitive RGB trigger pads allow you to launch clips or finger drum with exceptional response and colorful visual feedback. Plus, pitch and modulation wheels expand the expressive capabilities of your performance

Integration Made Easy

VI61 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.

Full On-Board Control

VI61 also features 16 assignable knobs and 48 assignable buttons for manipulating effect plugins and virtual instruments: open and close filters, adjust volume levels, activate effects, tweak parameters, and more.

Premium Software Suite Included

With VI61, artists and producers are given a virtually unlimited range of creative and versatile options with a specifically tailored Pro Tools | First software bundle for Alesis hardware, plus pro-grade virtual instrument software by Air Music Tech. Combining Pro Tools | First Alesis Edition, Ableton Live Lite 9 and Eleven Lite, plus Mini Grand, DB-33 and Xpand!2, this amazing recording software suite provides core tools for any artist, musician or singer-songwriter to create, record and share all their ideas across the world at any time.

Product description

• Make Music Wherever You Go Compact USB powered design lets you create anywhere
• Everything You Need For Expressive Performances 25 expressive velocity sensitive, synth action mini keys
• Total Command of Your Production 4 backlit velocity sensitive drum pads; 4 backlit assignable knobs
• Keyboard Mainstays Included Dedicated octave, pitch bend, modulation, and sustain buttons
• Premium Software Included Includes ProTools | First Alesis Edition and Eleven Lite, plus Mini Grand, DB 33 and Xpand!2 virtual instrument software by Air Music Tech

Ultra Portable Production Power

Make music wherever you go! Introducing the Alesis V Mini, a powerful, intuitive, and ultra portable MIDI keyboard controller, designed for musicians and producers seeking to take total command of virtual instruments and digital audio workstations. Fusing a convenient USB powered design, 25 expressive velocity sensitive synth action mini keys, 4 backlit velocity sensitive pads, 4 assignable knobs, keyboard mainstays (including octave, pitch bend, modulation, and sustain buttons) plus the critically acclaimed Xpand!2 virtual instrument from AIR Music Tech, V Mini provides the ultimate solution to unleash your creativity whether you in the studio or on the move.



Essential Keyboard Control

Everything you need for expressive performances is here fusing 25 velocity sensitive keys, Octave Up/Down buttons, four assignable knobs and four velocity sensitive backlit pads, taking command of your virtual instruments and harnessing the power of your digital audio workstation couldn’t be easier.

• Compact USB powered design lets you create anywhere
• 25 expressive velocity sensitive, Synth action mini keys
• 4 backlit velocity sensitive drum pads; 4 backlit assignable knobs
• Dedicated octave, pitch bend, modulation, and sustain buttons
• Includes xpand 2 virtual instrument software by air music tech

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this work on windows vista
Answer:	A little spotty but it services
Question:	do you need software to use it
Answer:	Yes, the unit needs software. It does not have a voice. It must be connected to a computer. The unit includes a download of Ableton Live DAW software for PC or Mac. There is a hardware interface available that can give the unit an assortment of voices.
Question:	Will this work with pro tools le
Answer:	Yes it works with Pro Tools, Logic Pro X, FL Studio, and Ableton. I have all three DAWS on my Mac Book Pro. I'm sure it also works with Reason and all the other DAWS that exist.
Question:	If i wanted to put the software on a PC but then i want it on my laptop will it work twice
Answer:	Alesis support here! The included software can be authorized on up to 2 computers at a time, and if you have to move between computers, the authorizations can either be stored on an iLok USB dongle or can be deauthorized from one computer so it can get authorized on another. I hope this helps, but if you have any other questions, please feel free to email me directly at alesis.com/support.

Product features

Ultra-Portable Production Power

Making music wherever you go just got a whole lot simpler. Introducing the Alesis V-Mini, a powerful, intuitive, and ultra-portable MIDI keyboard controller, designed for musicians and producers seeking to take total-command of virtual instruments and digital audio workstations.

Fusing a convenient USB-powered design, 25 expressive velocity-sensitive synth-action mini keys, 4 backlit velocity-sensitive pads, 4 assignable knobs, keyboard mainstays (including octave, pitch bend, modulation, and sustain buttons) plus the critically acclaimed Xpand!2 virtual instrument from AIR Music Tech, V-Mini provides the ultimate solution to unleash your creativity whether you in the studio or on the move.

Essential Keyboard Control

Everything you need for expressive performances is here - fusing 25 velocity-sensitive keys, Octave Up/Down buttons, four assignable knobs and four velocity-sensitive backlit pads, taking command of your virtual instruments and harnessing the power of your digital audio workstation couldn’t be easier.

Plug-And-Play

No hassle, no fuss - with V-Mini, make complicated setups a thing of the past. A single USB connection to your Mac or PC provides both power and MIDI functionality; a class compliant specification means no drivers so you can dive in a focus on what’s important, creating your next masterpiece.

Premium Software Suite Included

Combining Pro Tools | First Alesis Edition, and Eleven Lite, plus Mini Grand, DB-33 and Xpand!2, this amazing recording software suite provides core tools for any artist, musician or singer-songwriter to create, record and share all their ideas across the world at any time.

Compact, Portable Package

Portable and feature-packed! Thanks to a compact and lightweight footprint, Alesis V-Mini fits in your suitcase, backpack, or laptop bag making this keyboard controller the perfect companion wherever your production takes you.

Feeling Pads

Get hands-on with your production. V-Mini’s 4 velocity-sensitive backlit pads are perfect for drum programming, clip launching and one-shot triggering; plus, they are positioned in easy reach to help keep your production firmly on point!

Create Your Own Setup

Customize V-Mini to suit your exacting personal preferences. The free V-Mini Editor download lets you manage presets to customize your hardware and software setup, so you spend less time configuring your controller and more time creating!

Product description

Introducing the Alesis Q88 MKII - Core Keys Control, Simplified!

When the melody hits you and it’s time to make music, you can’t afford to pick the wrong tool for the job. You need the Alesis Q88 MKII, a no-nonsense USB MIDI keyboard controller with 88 full-size, velocity sensitive, semi-weighted keys. This USB bus-powered MIDI controller has everything you need to capture your performance with every subtle nuance of your delivery on Mac, PC or iOS devices*.



Essential Control

Don’t waste time clicking or typing your performance into the computer. The Q88 MKII has all the essential controls to help give your playing character. Add feeling and expression with easily accessible Pitch Bend and Modulation wheels. Need that note to hang for a little bit longer? Plug in a sustain pedal (not included) and give your melody the added human touch it needs. There are also STOP, PLAY, RECORD, and Directional Transport controls so you can use your music production software without ever having to take your hands away from the Q88 MKII. Want even more control? The on-board volume slider can be MIDI mapped to any DAW or virtual instrument parameter you need.



Premium Software Suite Included

The Alesis Q88 MKII comes with a premium software bundle that features world-class tools for composing and recording. Pro Tools is the industry standard in digital recording, and MPC Beats gives you access to the same sought-after production tools used by the best in the business. Both include tons of professional-grade sounds and virtual instruments that can boost any composition. If you’re just learning to play, or just want to sharpen your keyboard skills, the Q88 MKII also includes 60 free lessons from Melodics, the best way to learn piano.



* Works with iOS devices for use with apps including Garageband, via the Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (sold separately).

• Music Production and Beat Maker Essential – USB powered MIDI controller with 88 full size MIDI keyboard velocity-sensitive keys for studio production, virtual synthesizer control and beat production
• Complete Control - Octave / Transpose buttons to access the full piano range; Pitch bend and modulation wheels; Assignable volume knob and transport controls for tactile DAW and virtual synth control
• Universal Compatibility - Complete compatibility with any music production app that accepts a MIDI controller including Ableton Live, ProTools, Cubase, Logic, MPC Beats and more
• Make Music Anywhere - Works with iOS devices for use with apps including Garageband, via the Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (sold separately)
• Professional Software Suite Included - ProTools | First Alesis Edition, Akai Professional MPC Beats, four virtual instruments from AIR Music Tech and 60 free MIDI controller lessons from Melodics

User questions & answers

Question:	does this have a speaker to hear the pitch through the keyboard
Answer:	Hi, Alesis support here! Qmini operates as a MIDI controller and does not feature inbuilt speakers. This product is designed to trigger keyboard sounds on your computer via the supplied software (ProTools First|Alesis Edition).
Question:	Does it work with Android or chrome OS
Answer:	Hi, Alesis support here! Q49 MKII is not compatible with Android or Chrome OS. This product is designed to operate over Mac OS and Windows.
Question:	Does it come with two in and out midi cables
Answer:	Hi, Alesis support here! Q49 MKII is not supplied with a 5-Pin MIDI cable however, this product is supplied with a USB MIDI cable to get you started!
Question:	Does it come with the cables
Answer:	Hi, Alesis support here! Yes, Q49 MKII is supplied with a USB B > A cable for connectivity to your computer straight out of the box!

Product features

Core Keys Control!

When inspiration hits you, your creativity demands the right tool for the job! Enter the Alesis Q88 MKII, a no-nonsense USB MIDI keyboard controller with 88 full-size, velocity sensitive, semi-weighted keys that capture your performance with every subtle nuance of your delivery.

Product description

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The Perfect Combination of Premium Feel and Sound

The Alesis Recital is a full-featured digital piano with 88 full-sized semi-weighted keys with adjustable touch response. Customize and tailor your sound by using the Recital’s adjustable Reverb and Chorus, as well as Layer and Split Modes to further your creativity. With powerful 20-watt built-in speakers and a 128-note maximum note polyphony, Recital delivers ultra-realistic sound and a great playing experience.



Powerful Educational Features

""Lesson Mode"" divides the Recital’s 88 keys into two zones. This enables both the student and teacher to easily watch each other and play together without having to take turns or reach over one another. Plus, utilize the ¼” (6.35mm) headphone output for convenient, quiet private practice or connect to external speakers to show off your skills.



Includes 3-Months of Skoove Premium

Skoove features in-depth online piano courses that adapt to you and give you feedback. Develop your repertoire on your own time, at your own pace with a curated catalogue filled with everything from current chart hits to classical music. Need a little help? Skoove’s experienced team of musicians is on hand with one on one support to answer any of your questions. New, exclusive lessons are added every month so that you can keep expanding your repertoire with new music as well as up your piano game with new music theory tips and tricks.



60 Bonus Lessons from Melodics

Alesis & Melodics have teamed up to bring Alesis customers 60 bonus lessons when you register your Alesis keyboard. With Melodics, choose a genre or technique you want to master - whatever your skill level, there’s something there for everyone. Fusing an engaging, fun interface and instant feedback on our selected lesson, Melodics guarantees to get you playing – and playing better – right from the get-go!

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• A Digital Piano That’s Tailored to You - Feature-packed Electric keyboard with 88 premium full-sized semi weighted keys with adjustable touch response to suit your preferred playing style
• Premium Sounds - 5 voices (Acoustic Piano, Electric Piano, Organ, Synth, and Bass), built-in FX: Chorus, Reverb, and two built in 20W speakers that deliver crystal-clear, room-filling sound
• All The Right Connections - ¼” sustain pedal input (pedal not included), ¼” stereo headphone output for private practice and stereo RCA outputs for connection to speakers / amplifiers
• Play the Keyboard Wherever You Go - Power via the included power adapter or 6 D cell batteries (not included) for professional piano performance anywhere
• Powerful Educational Features - Standard, split, layer, and lesson modes with 128-note max polyphony and Skoove 3 month premium subscription for expert interactive online piano lessons
• Interactive Piano Lessons Included - 60 Free Virtual Lessons from Melodics to hone your skills for any genre or technique you want to master

User questions & answers

Question:	What is the warranty length
Answer:	if you are asking if there is a delay between touching the keys and the sound produced, there is not. If you are asking if it supplies a reverb delay effect. the answer is no.
Question:	Is the included power adapter dual voltage
Answer:	Definitely. The weighted keys respond well to dynamic play
Question:	Can i attach a foot pedal
Answer:	Alesis support here! When using the keyboard by itself, it can only play the built-in sounds, but with the USB connection, you can connect the Recital Pro to a computer and use it as a MIDI device to control any virtual instrument you'd like that is on your computer. If you have any other questions, please feel free to email me directly at [email protected].
Question:	When the description says adjustable key sensitivity, does that indicate that the keys are touch-sensitive and play louder based on force
Answer:	Either the advertising is wrong, or every answer to this question is. The weighting variants for keyboards is: synth action, semi-weighted, fully weighted, hammer action. Synth action is a spring and feels like a toy. Semi-weighted are springs but with weights to keep them from springing back up too quickly, but they also feel very unnatural. Fully weighted has a more natural feel, but each of the 88-keys has the same resistance and rebound. Hammer action has actual hammers and weights built into the keys, giving them the most natural feel, and if they are "graded" hammer action keyboards, the lower octaves are heavier than the higher octaves.

Product features

Premium Feel, Stellar Sound

The Recital fuses 88 full-sized semi-weighted keys, 5 premium voices, Reverb & Chorus FX to customize your sound, and powerful 20-watt speakers.

The result is simple – sublime sound and a truly natural playing response. Looking to dive into a world of pro piano performance? Your journey starts here!

Includes Skoove Premium

Skoove is the easiest way to learn piano - featuring in-depth online piano courses that adapt to your needs and provide meaningful feedback.

Develop your repertoire on your own time, at your own pace with a curated catalog filled with everything from current chart hits to classical music. Need a little help? Skoove’s experienced team of musicians is on hand with one on one support to answer any of your questions.

• Music Production Bundle – Universal sustain pedal and professional USB MIDI keyboard controller with drum pads and assignable DAW controls – perfect for musicians and performers
• V49 | Music Production Essential – Plug-and-Play USB MIDI Keyboard with 49 full-sized, velocity sensitive piano style keys, perfect for playing Virtual Instruments
• V49 | Make Better Beats - 8 velocity- and pressure-sensitive backlit beat pads for beat production and clip launching
• V49 | Total Production Control - 4 assignable encoders and 4 assignable buttons interface with your music software
• SP-2 | Genuine Piano Style Sustain - Universal sustain pedal with chrome foot pedal for a piano style pedal action; polarity switch for compatibility with all electronic keyboards / MIDI Controllers
• Premium Software Suite - Includes ProTools | First Alesis Edition, Ableton Live Lite 9 and Eleven Lite, plus Mini Grand, DB-33 and Xpand!2 virtual instrument software by Air Music Tech

• Music Production and Beat Maker Essential – USB powered MIDI controller with 49 full size MIDI keyboard velocity-sensitive keys for studio production, virtual synthesizer control and beat production
• Complete Control - Octave / Transpose buttons to access the full piano range; Pitch bend and modulation wheels; Assignable volume knob and transport controls for tactile DAW and virtual synth control
• Universal Compatibility - Complete compatibility with any music production app that accepts a MIDI controller including Ableton Live, ProTools, Cubase, Logic, MPC Beats and more
• Make Music Anywhere - Works with iOS devices for use with apps including Garageband, via the Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (sold separately)
• Professional Software Suite Included - ProTools | First Alesis Edition, Akai Professional MPC Beats, four virtual instruments from AIR Music Tech and 60 free MIDI controller lessons from Melodics

• Perfect building block for music producer needing to control plug-ins and virtual instruments
• 49 full-sized, square-front keys with adjustable sensitivity
• 8 LED-backlit drum trigger pads respond to both velocity and pressure
• 4 assignable knobs, 4 assignable buttons, and Pitch & Mod wheels
• USB-powered with sustain-pedal input

User questions & answers

Question:	Are the keys weighted
Answer:	Yes they are dynamic weighted keys as all MIDI keyboards are and it’s not the hummer action

• Music Production Bundle – Universal sustain pedal and professional USB MIDI keyboard controller with 49 keys and assignable controls – perfect for musicians, beat makers and performers
• VI49 | The Centrepiece of your Music Studio – USB powered MIDI keyboard controller with 49 full-sized, square-front, semi weighted keys with after touch
• VI49 | Express Yourself - Pitch and modulation wheels deliver expressive, creative control
• VI49 | Beat Maker Essentials - 16 velocity-sensitive MIDI drum pads with illuminated RGB feedback for beat production and clip launching
• SP-2 | Genuine Piano Style Sustain - Universal sustain pedal with chrome foot pedal for a piano style pedal action; polarity switch for compatibility with all electronic keyboards / MIDI Controllers
• Premium Software Included - Includes ProTools | First Alesis Edition, Ableton Live Lite 9 and Eleven Lite, plus Mini Grand, DB-33 and Xpand!2 virtual instrument software by Air Music Tech

Product description

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Playing Pro Keys Just Got A Whole Lot Simpler

The Alesis Recital Pro is a full-featured digital piano with 88 full-sized hammer-action keys and adjustable touch response. With 12 premium built-in realistic voices including Acoustic Piano, Vibraphone, Organ, Strings, Acoustic Bass and more, whatever your next performance demand, Recital Pro has you covered! 20-watt built-in speakers and a 128-note max note polyphony ensure Recital Pro delivers ultra-realistic sound and authentic playing experience, every time!



Powerful Educational Features

""Lesson Mode"" divides the Recital Pro’s 88 keys into two zones. This enables both student and teacher to easily watch each other and play together without having to take turns or reach over one another. Plus, use Record Mode” to record and listen back to your performances.



All The Right Connections

The Recital Pro features a ¼” (6.35mm) headphone output for private practice, plus a ¼” (6.35mm) sustain pedal input (pedal not included) and stereo ¼” (6.35mm) outputs to connect to a recorder, mixer, amplifier or other sound system. Recital Pro can be powered using the included power supply or with 6 D cell batteries (not included)



Includes 3-Months of Skoove Premium

Skoove features in-depth online piano courses that adapt to you and give you feedback. Develop your repertoire on your own time, at your own pace with a curated catalogue filled with everything from current chart hits to classical music.



60 Bonus Lessons from Melodics

Alesis & Melodics have teamed up to bring Alesis customers 60 bonus lessons when you register your Alesis keyboard. With Melodics, choose a genre or technique you want to master - whatever your skill level, there’s something there for everyone. Fusing an engaging, fun interface and instant feedback on our selected lesson, Melodics guarantees to get you playing – and playing better – right from the get-go!

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• A Digital Piano That’s Tailored to You - Feature-packed Electric keyboard with 88 premium full-sized weighted hammer action keys with adjustable touch response to suit your preferred playing style
• Premium Sounds - 12 voices (Incl. Acoustic Piano, Electric Piano, Organ, Synth, and Bass), built-in FX: Chorus, Modulation, Reverb, and two built in 20W speakers for clear, room-filling sound
• All The Right Connections - ¼” sustain pedal input (pedal not included), ¼” stereo headphone output for private practice and stereo outputs for connection to speakers / amplifiers
• Play the Keyboard Wherever You Go - Power via the included power adapter or 6 D cell batteries (not included) for professional piano performance anywhere
• Powerful Educational Features - Standard, split, layer, record and lesson modes with 128-note max polyphony and Skoove 3 month premium subscription for expert interactive online piano lessons

User questions & answers

Question:	is there a delay
Answer:	Sure. I'm over 140 pound and it supports quite well.
Question:	Can this piano play forte and piano levels
Answer:	Yes it does, there’s a button for it!
Question:	Is there a way to program different sounds to this keyboard
Answer:	Alesis support here! Bluetooth headphones cannot be hooked up unless these headphones come with a cable that can allow you to plug it into the headphone jack. If you have any other questions, please feel free to call or email us using the contact information on alesis.com/support.
Question:	Does the "Recital Pro" have semi-weighted or fully-weighted keys
Answer:	Yes, that's exactly what my 8 year old daughter does with it

Product features

Perfect Feel, Premium Sound

The Alesis Recital Pro is a full-featured digital piano with 88 full-sized hammer-action keys with adjustable touch response, 12 voices, powerful 20W built-in speakers, must-have connectivity options and an immense 128-note maximum note polyphony.

Includes Skoove Premium

Skoove is the easiest way to learn piano - featuring in-depth online piano courses that adapt to your needs and provide meaningful feedback. Develop your repertoire on your own time, at your own pace with a curated catalog filled with everything from current chart hits to classical music.

Need a little help? Skoove’s experienced team of musicians is on hand with one on one support to answer any of your questions.

Product description

Simple Software Control Enter the world of unrestricted computer-based music creation and performance with the Keystation Mini 32 MK3 keyboard controller from M-Audio - successor to the iconic Keystation Mini 32 II. Whether you’re a seasoned pro looking for just the right controller when you’re on the go, or simply looking to get started with the right mini USB MIDI keyboard, the Keystation Mini 32 MK3 is a simple, powerful solution engineered for sequencing music and playing virtual instruments on your Mac or PC. Fusing a low-profile, ultra-portable footprint with 32 natural feeling mini-size velocity-sensitive keys and comprehensive controls that expand the range of playable notes, Keystation Mini 32 MKIII provides core control to capture every subtlety of your most expressive performance. Express Yourself Everything your production demands is thoughtfully included! Use the fully assignable octave range buttons, volume knob, dedicated pitch-bend and modulation buttons to play and perform with your music software. Keystation Mini 32 MK3 also features a sustain button for genuine piano sustain. Make Music Anywhere Lightweight, simple to configure and made-to-move. Keystation Mini 32 MK3 is USB-powered, class-compliant and supports USB-MIDI connectivity. Plus, it supports iOS connectivity with the Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (sold separately). Pro Software Suite Included Spark that initial idea or add the finishing touch to your latest masterpiece - Keystation Mini 32 MK3 includes a premium software suite for any production discipline. With XPand!2 and ProTools | First | M-Audio Edition included you have everything you need for immediate creative potential right-out-the-box!

Requirements

• Pro Music Production Wherever You Go: USB MIDI keyboard controller with slimline footprint and 32 mini piano style velocity sensitive keys for a natural feel
• Customizable Response Mini keys with selectable velocity curves match any playing style inc’l traditional piano, synthesizer, key based beat making; pitch bend / modulation buttons add expression
• Immediate Creativity Simple plug and play connection to your Mac or PC no drivers or power supply required
• Express Yourself Octave up and down buttons for extended keyboard range, volume knob delivers smooth control and sustain button adds expressive capability
• Premium Software suite included Pro Tools, First M Audio Edition recording software / DAW and AIR Music Tech Xpand 2 multitimbral synthesizer

User questions & answers

Question:	does the midi software (velvet, xpand, and mini grand) work as plugins with Ableton 9? As a vst? or are they stand alone
Answer:	They should work both ways
Question:	What kind of usb connector is needed to connect to an iPad with (lightning cable
Answer:	I wanted to connect my Yamaha p125 to my ipad and was told to buy that ridiculously expensive Apple Camera Adapter. Instead, I bought an Amazon Basics regular USB to iPad Pro USB adapter for around 10 bucks. Works the same and a whole lot cheaper. Don't believe me? Go to Sweetwater's website and look at the demo video using the Yamaha keyboard with the ipad Pro. You can see the same adapter.
Question:	Will this work with Mac Mojave
Answer:	This is from the M-Audio website FAQ's: Will the Keystation Mini 32 MK3 work with my Windows or Mac computer? Yes! The Keystation Mini 32 MK3 is a class-compliant device, which means that it's plug-and-play and does not require any drivers to be installed. This also means that it will work and is supported on the latest operating systems, including Windows 10 and Mac 10.14. The important take-away, for everyone, is this: "The Keystation Mini 32 MK3 is a class-compliant device".
Question:	Is the 49 key semi weighted as well
Answer:	I owned the Keystation 88 II, which has the semi-weighted feel. So, rather than guess at the answer to your question, I just checked the M-Audio website. Their description says that the Keystation 49 MK3 has a synth action. That type of action, typically, is a lighter spring feel than the semi-weighted feel. I actually liked the feel,of the 88 II. I owned two of them. One lasted four years. The second unit only one and a half years. I take particularly good care of my equipment. And don’t pound on the keys. However, they both failed far too soon, in my opinion. I have switched to the Nektar brand. Only time will tell about their durability. Good luck with your choice.

Product features

Simple Software Control

Enter the world of unrestricted computer-based music creation and performance with the Keystation Mini 32 MK3 keyboard controller from M-Audio - successor to the iconic Keystation Mini 32 II. Whether you’re a seasoned pro looking for just the right controller when you’re on the go, or simply looking to get started with the right mini USB MIDI keyboard, the Keystation Mini 32 MK3 is a simple, powerful solution engineered for sequencing music and playing virtual instruments on your Mac or PC. Fusing a low-profile, ultra-portable footprint with 32 natural feeling mini-size velocity-sensitive keys and comprehensive controls that expand the range of playable notes, Keystation Mini 32 MKIII provides core control to capture every subtlety of your most expressive performance.

Express Yourself

Everything your production demands is thoughtfully included! Use the fully assignable octave range buttons, volume knob, dedicated pitch-bend and modulation buttons to play and perform with your music software. Keystation Mini 32 MK3 also features a sustain button for genuine piano sustain.

Make Music Anywhere

Lightweight, simple to configure and made-to-move. Keystation Mini 32 MK3 is USB-powered, class-compliant and supports USB-MIDI connectivity. Plus, it supports iOS connectivity with the Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (sold separately).

Pro Software Suite Included

Spark that initial idea or add the finishing touch to your latest masterpiece - Keystation Mini 32 MK3 includes a premium software suite for any production discipline. With XPand!2 and ProTools | First | M-Audio Edition included you have everything you need for immediate creative potential right-out-the-box!

• Music Production Bundle – Universal sustain pedal and professional USB MIDI keyboard controller with drum pads and assignable DAW controls – perfect for musicians and performers
• V61 | Music Production Essential – Plug-and-Play USB MIDI Keyboard with 61 full-sized, velocity sensitive piano style keys, perfect for playing Virtual Instruments
• V61 | Make Better Beats - 8 velocity- and pressure-sensitive backlit drum pads for beat production and clip launching
• V61 | Total Production Control - 4 assignable encoders and 4 assignable buttons interface with your music software
• SP-2 | Genuine Piano Style Sustain - Universal sustain pedal with chrome foot pedal for a piano style pedal action; polarity switch for compatibility with all electronic keyboards / MIDI Controllers
• Premium Software Suite - Includes ProTools | First Alesis Edition, Ableton Live Lite 9 and Eleven Lite, plus Mini Grand, DB-33 and Xpand!2 virtual instrument software by Air Music Tech

• MIDI Keyboard with 49 full sized, square front, semi weighted keys with after touch. USB MIDI and 5 pin MIDI Out offer flexible MIDI connectivity
• Manipulate plugins and virtual instruments with hands on controls. With VI49, you can open and close filters on virtual synthesizers, adjust volume levels in your mix, activate effects, and much more
• 16 velocity sensitive trigger pads with illuminated RGB feedback for beat production and clip launching. Pitch and modulation wheels deliver expressive, creative control
• 36 assignable buttons and 12 assignable knobs interface with your music software. Seamless visual feedback via LED screen and illuminated buttons and knobs
• Production software included: Ableton Live Lite and Xpand!2 by AIR Music Tech (downloads). USB powered and plug and play support for Mac and PC

• Music Production Bundle – Universal sustain pedal and professional USB MIDI keyboard controller with drum pads and assignable DAW controls – perfect for musicians and performers
• V25 | Music Production Essential – Plug-and-Play USB MIDI Keyboard with 25 full-sized, velocity sensitive piano style keys, perfect for playing Virtual Instruments
• V25 | Make Better Beats - 8 velocity- and pressure-sensitive backlit drum pads for beat production and clip launching
• V25 | Total Production Control - 4 assignable encoders and 4 assignable buttons interface with your music software
• SP-2 | Genuine Piano Style Sustain - Universal sustain pedal with chrome foot pedal for a piano style pedal action; polarity switch for compatibility with all electronic keyboards / MIDI Controllers
• Premium Software Suite - Includes ProTools | First Alesis Edition, Ableton Live Lite 9 and Eleven Lite, plus Mini Grand, DB-33 and Xpand!2 virtual instrument software by Air Music Tech