Alesis VX49 USB MIDI Keyboard Controller, 49-Key

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Get hands-on control of your software synths with the VX49's 4.3" color screen for real-time feedback. Virtual Instrument Player (VIP) software is included.

The Alesis VX49 fuses the creative power of software instruments with the live playability of a keyboard workstation, by transforming computer-based VST plugins into an entirely hands-on production experience.

The VX49 works with any VSTi virtual instrument. The integrated high-resolution full-color 4.3-inch display instantly adapts itself to the selected virtual instrument's controls, delivering immediate 1:1 access to the instrument and various editable functions. The key to this is the Virtual Instrument Player (VIP) application.

VIP gives you access to any virtual instrument in your collection with or without a DAW. An integrated patch browser presents every patch for every VST plugin you have, and enables you to quickly filter, select, and preview patches based on their specific attributes. You can layer patches together (from up to 8 different VST plugins) to create new patches and timbres. VIP software also lets you create setlists that provide instant on-demand access to user-curated instruments for stage performance and studio work. All of this--without ever reaching for the computer. That's what you've been waiting for.

Features:

- 4.3-inch high-resolution full-color screen with dedicated interface buttons
- Screen provides 1:1, real-time feedback of plugin parameters
- Includes Virtual Instrument Player -- load, play and control any VST plugin
- Custom 49-key Alesis semi-weighted keybed with aftertouch
- 8 performance-ready 360-degree knobs
- 8 velocity- and read more pressure-sensitive drum pads with RGB illumination
- Dedicated pad bank, transport control, octave, and performance buttons
- Role mode, time division, pattern arpeggiator, and tap tempo buttons
- Expression pedal and footswitch inputs
- Standalone MIDI controller or control your plugins and DAW simultaneously
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- Includes: VX49 MIDI Keyboard Controller, USB Cable, Software Download Cards, User Guide, Safety & Warranty Manual

VIP System Requirements:
- Basic Installation: 2 GB Free Disk Space
- Full Content Installation: 20 GB Free Disk Space
- 4 GB RAM (8 GB Recommended)
- 1280 x 768 Display Resolution
- Multi-Core CPU
- Mac OS X 10.8 or later
- Windows 7 (32/64bit) or Windows 8 (64bit)
- 1 Available USB Port

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 401-658-5760
Web: https://support.alesis.com

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (2 ratings)
Submitted June 24, 2016 by Hosea L in Gainesville, FL

"A Musical gamechanger!"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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Total vst control,hardware sturdy and software stable.Was thinking that the akai vip keyboard was more bigger,solid and prettier but I think i think the alesis version is just slimmer and prettier!!! Oh yeah,there is also is a 50 dollar mail in rebate if you buy one before 7/31/16 If your thinking of purchasing a vip controller but need to conserve space you can't go wrong with the alesis xv49. All the bells and whistles are the same trust me. The music production mvp has arrived to change the game! Now all your vsts are on the same team.With this integration all you can do is win! Only thing I hope they keep the vst maps coming.

Musical Background:

Music producer/artist

Musical Style:

Hiphop and rnb
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