The Alesis Harmony 61 Pro is a remarkable 61-key portable keyboard, ideal for both novice and seasoned players. It comes with 61 high - quality touch - sensitive keys whose response can be adjusted, offering a personalized playing feel. With an extensive sound library and play - along songs and rhythms, it makes learning and performing a breeze. The easy - to - use control set, including a pitch - bend wheel and an X/Y performance touch pad with DJ - style FX, allows for more expressive playing.
This keyboard features a brand - new DJ - Style Mix Mode with 30 modern styles, each having 5 different sections. While playing, use the X/Y touch pad to create cool filter and side - chain effects, and you can quickly mute or unmute instruments to arrange songs on the fly. The built - in sampler lets you record your own sounds with the microphone and play them right away.
The Harmony 61 Pro also has a user - friendly control panel with a backlit LCD screen showing notations and a built - in chord dictionary. Record your performances in high - quality lossless .WAV format (16 - bit, 44.1kHz) using the SD card input, great for practice review and sharing with loved ones.
Key features include 61 full - size keys with adjustable touch response, 580 premium sounds with layer and split mode, a DJ - Style Mix Mode, on - board FX, a powerful 30W stereo speaker system, and various input and output options for different usage scenarios.
Using the Alesis Harmony 61 Pro is a piece of cake. First, connect it to a power source using the included power adapter, or you can use 6 AA cell batteries if you're on the go. Once powered on, start exploring the vast sound library. Select a sound that suits your style, whether it's a piano, guitar, or some electronic beats.
To use the DJ - Style Mix Mode, press the relevant button on the control panel. Choose one of the 30 styles and then use the X/Y touch pad to add effects while the music is playing. You can also mute or unmute different sections to create your own song arrangements.
If you want to sample your own sounds, simply speak or play into the built - in microphone. The sampled sound can be played right away on the keybed.
For recording your performance, insert an SD card into the input slot. Press the record button on the control panel and start playing. When you're done, press stop, and your performance will be saved as a high - quality .WAV file.
Here are some important notes. Don't expose the keyboard to extreme temperatures or humidity. Keep it away from liquids to avoid damage. When using headphones, don't set the volume too high to protect your ears.
For maintenance, use a soft, dry cloth to clean the surface of the keyboard regularly. If there are stubborn stains, you can use a mild cleaning solution, but make sure to wring out the cloth well before cleaning. Store the keyboard in a safe place when not in use to prevent scratches and impacts.
