Alesis VI61 USB MIDI Keyboard Controller at a Glance:

• A compact keyboard with tons of functionality
• All of the controls you need, right where you need them to be
• USB and MIDI outputs provide compatibility with all of your gear

A compact keyboard with tons of functionality

The Alesis VI61, with its 61-note semi-weighted keyboard, is ideal for two-handed performing - while remaining portable. The VI61 gives you a bevy of controls, including pitch and mod wheels, transport controls, and a massive selection of pads, buttons and encoders. You have everything you need to take command of your DAW and virtual instruments in the studio or onstage. The flexibility and functionality of the Alesis VI61 USB MIDI keyboard controller is something we at Sweetwater know most keyboard players will appreciate.

All of the controls you need, right where you need them to be

The Alesis VI61 USB MIDI keyboard controller puts a wide selection of controls at your fingertips. First, there are the semi-weighted keys themselves, all 61 of which give you aftertouch control. You also get 16 RGB backlit, velocity-sensitive drum pads let you tap out rhythms and trigger loops, plus the VI61 features a full transport section for running your DAW. Above the keys are 16 illuminated, assignable knobs and 48 illuminated, assignable buttons that can be programmed to control the parameters of your favorite virtual instruments. Add that to the pitch and modulation wheels and you have a controller that is ready to take on any project.

USB and MIDI outputs provide compatibility with all of your gear

Whether you use a MIDI keyboard or a computer running virtual instruments for your sounds, the VI61 controller will integrate perfectly with your synth rig. That's because Alesis outfitted it with both a 5-pin MIDI output port and a fully class-compliant USB port, which gives you plug-and-play computer connectivity. The Alesis VI61 lets you take command of your DAW and Virtual Instruments like never before.

Alesis VI61 USB MIDI Keyboard Controller Features:

• Compact USB controller for controlling plug-ins and virtual instruments
• Full-sized, semi-weighted keys with a square front and aftertouch
• 16 velocity and pressure sensitive multicolor backlit pads
• 16 illuminated, assignable knobs and 48 buttons
• Dedicated transport controls for recording
• PitchBend and Modulation wheels
• USB bus powered
• Includes Ableton Live Lite Alesis Edition

The Alesis VI61 is a powerful, affordable USB MIDI keyboard controller!