The Alesis V49 MKII is a top - notch 49 - key USB MIDI keyboard and music production controller. With its synth - action keys that are springy and highly responsive, you can bring your musical concepts to life from start to finish. The 8 velocity - sensitive, LED - backlit pads let you expressively program drums or play back samples, and they even mimic popular drum machines with Note Repeat and Full Level functions. The Arpeggiator offers 6 modes, along with tap tempo and adjustable controls, inspiring your creativity and helping you craft unique melodies. There are also 4 assignable knobs for seamless control of your DAW and software instruments, and Pitch Bend and Modulation wheels for added musical expression. You can access the full piano range with Octave and Transpose buttons, and use the sustain pedal input (pedal sold separately) for more expressive control. Just plug it into your PC or Mac, and instantly transform it into a full - fledged music production studio. This keyboard comes with an MPC Beats music production software bundle, including 7 expansion packs for various genres, and a MIDI editor software for customizing controls. Plus, it offers 60 free piano lessons from Melodics. Registered customers can also enjoy a 6 - month free subscription to Reason+, a creative bundle with over 80 devices, 39,000 presets, and 24GB of samples. Key features include full - size velocity - sensitive keys, a lightweight and portable design, and USB - powered plug - and - play connectivity. Minimum system requirements are a standard USB 2.0 port, Windows 8 (x64), and MacOS 10.13.6. It comes with the keyboard controller, a USB cable, a quickstart guide, a safety & warranty manual, and a software download card.
Using the Alesis V49 MKII is super easy. First, connect it to your PC or Mac via the USB cable. Make sure your computer meets the minimum system requirements (a standard USB 2.0 port, Windows 8 (x64), or MacOS 10.13.6). Once connected, it's plug - and - play, so you can start using it right away. To use the pads, just play them like you would a drum machine. You can adjust their settings using the Note Repeat and Full Level functions to get different effects. The Arpeggiator is great for creating cool melodies. Just choose one of the 6 modes and adjust the tap tempo, time, gate, and swing controls. You can use the 4 assignable knobs to control your DAW and software instruments. Simply map them to the important functions in your software. For the full piano range, use the Octave and Transpose buttons. If you want more expressive control, connect an external sustain pedal to the 1/4” TS input (pedal sold separately). When it comes to the software, use the MPC Beats bundle to start making music right out of the box. Explore the 7 expansion packs for different genres. You can also use the MIDI editor software to customize the MIDI messages sent by each control and fine - tune the key and pad response according to your taste. And don't forget to take advantage of the 60 free piano lessons from Melodics. As for maintenance, keep the keyboard clean by using a soft, dry cloth. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or humidity. If you're not using it for a long time, store it in a safe place. Also, make sure to register your product to get the 6 - month free subscription to Reason+.
