Alesis PHOTONX49 49-Key USB/MIDI Keyboard Controller

The Alesis Photon X49 further expands their USB MIDI Keyboard controller series, the Photon 25 and X25. The intuitive user interface is completely assignable and features silky smooth high-resolution knobs and faders. These assigned presets can then be stored for future use.

The AXYZ effects dome controls plug-ins and instruments parameters from your hand movements in three dimensions. Dedicated transport buttons, high-resolution LCD, 10-key control pad allow for mouse-free operation when composing on a computer.

Other features include customizable template strips for software instruments and DAWs, backlit Mod and Pitch wheels, Cubase LE software and USB bus power. The Photon X49 was designed for the performer who demands more creative options from their MIDI controller.

Features
Revolutionary AXYZ controller dome for control over plug-ins, software DAW's and MIDI instruments in three-dimensions with the wave of your hand.

60 assignable and immediately accessible, knobs, buttons, and switches including:
Ten silky smooth, high-resolution 360 degree endless knobs (three layers)
Nine 60mm faders
Ten backlit buttons
Dedicated transport controls for remote control of your software/hardware DAW
10-key keypad for direct access to parameters

High contrast 2x16 line LCD display with dedicated encoder for fast setup

Customizable template strips for software instruments and DAWs

Backlit mod and pitch wheels that look downright cool

Bundled with Steinberg Cubase LE software

Multiple… read more power options:
USB bus power (uses low power so it won't drain your laptop)
4 'C'-size batteries
External adapter (optional)

Windows XP and Mac OSX ready read less