Alesis VI61 61-Key USB MIDI Controller

61 velocity-sensitive semi-weighted Keys and a palette of assignable knobs buttons allow you to take control of your music software to fit your specific needs. Complete with pitch and modulation wheels as well as an octave expand feature, you can realize the full creative and melodic range you hear in your head. Virtual instrument and effect parameters such as filter manipulation, levels, activation and more can be controlled using the 48 assignable buttons and 16 assignable knobs. Finger drumming is encouraged via the velocity-sensitive RGB trigger pads so feel free to express yourself.

The VI61 is compact enough for the studio or stage and the USB port for computer connection provides both power and MIDI functionality while the 5-pin MIDI out allows hookup with external MIDI modules, synthesizers and more. As an added bonus the VI61 also comes with Ableton Live Lite and Expand!2 for recording, production and, performance.

Includes

• VI61 MIDI Keyboard Controller
• USB Cable
• Ableton Live Lite (Download)
• Xpand!2 by AIR Music Tech (Download)
• User Guide
• Safety & Warranty Manual

Alesis VI61 Features:

• 61 full-sized, square-front, semi-weighted keys with aftertouch
• 16 multi-color RGB backlit pads respond to both velocity and pressure
• Designed for hands-on control of your DAW as well as plug-ins and instruments
• 16 assignable knobs, 48 assignable buttons
• Pitch & Mod wheels deliver expressive, creative control
• Seamless visual feedback; LCD screen and illuminated buttons/knobs
• Single USB cable provides both power and MIDI data
• Includes Ableton™ Live Lite Alesis Edition & MIDI editor software

Specifications

• 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