Detailed Description:
The Alesis V49 is a powerful, intuitive MIDI controller that lets you
take command of your music software with a series of pads, knobs, and
buttons. With 49 full-size velocity-sensitive keys and Octave Up/Down
buttons, you can expand the keyboard to the full melodic range and play
bass lines, chords, and melodies. V49 also features four assignable
knobs and buttons for manipulating effect plugins and virtual
instruments: open and close filters, adjust volume levels, activate
effects, tweak parameters, and more. Eight velocity-sensitive backlit
pads allow you to launch clips or finger drum with exceptional response,
and pitch and modulation wheels expand the expressive capabilities of
your performing.
Plug-and-Go Software
V49 was designed to seamlessly and effortlessly integrate with your
music software. A single USB connection to your Mac or PC provides both
power and MIDI functionality, allowing you to plug right into your
computer and start making music. All the knobs, buttons, and pads
illuminate to provide real-time visual feedback and are laid out for an
intuitive workflow. Plus, V49’s slim design makes it easy to implement
this powerful MIDI controller into any sized studio.
Ableton Live & XPAND!2
V49 is bundled with Ableton Live Lite 9 and Xpand!2 by AIR Music Tech,
two dynamic pieces of software that enable you to record, produce, and
perform with your computer. Ableton Live Lite 9 is a fluid audio/MIDI
environment that enables you to spontaneously record, remix, improvise,
and edit musical ideas on the fly. Xpand!2 is an advanced virtual
instrument that comes with a collection of premium sounds, ranging from
acoustic instruments to futuristic synthesizers. Together, these
powerful music platforms allow you to create or perform music with V49
right out of the box.
