When the urge to make music strikes, you need the right tool. The Alesis Q49 MKII is a straightforward MIDI controller with 49 full - size, velocity - sensitive, synth - action keys. This USB - powered controller is your ticket to a unique performance. It has Octave and Transpose buttons to cover the full piano range, Pitch Bend and Modulation wheels for extra expressiveness, and Transport buttons to manage your favorite software or DAW. There's also a Sustain Pedal input and a re - assignable slider for quick parameter control. Just plug it into your PC, Mac, or iOS device, and you're ready for MIDI production. The Alesis Q49 MKII comes with a top - notch software bundle. Pro Tools, the gold standard in digital recording, and MPC Beats, used by industry pros, are included. Both offer loads of professional sounds and virtual instruments. And if you're new to playing or want to improve, 60 free lessons from Melodics are provided. Features: 49 full - size, velocity - sensitive keys; lightweight and portable; USB - powered with plug - and - play for Mac or PC; compatible with iOS via adapter; Octave/Transpose for full piano range; Pitch Bend and Modulation wheels; Transport and directional buttons; re - assignable volume slider; 1/4” TS sustain pedal input; premium software bundle. Specifications: Minimum System Requirements: Standard USB 2.0 Port, Windows 8 (x64) / MacOs 10.13.6. Includes: Q49 MKII, Software Download Card, USB Cable, User Guide, Safety and Warranty Manual.
Using the Alesis Q49 MKII is easy. First, connect it to your PC, Mac, or iOS device. For iOS, you'll need an Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (sold separately). Once connected, it's plug - and - play. The Octave and Transpose buttons let you reach the full piano range, so you can play high and low notes. The Pitch Bend and Modulation wheels add a lot of expression to your music. The Transport buttons help you control your software or DAW. When performing or recording, use the re - assignable volume slider for quick adjustments. You can also connect an external sustain pedal (sold separately) to the 1/4” TS input. For the software, just use the included Software Download Card to install Pro Tools, MPC Beats, and access the 60 free Melodics lessons. As for maintenance, keep it in a dry place and avoid getting it wet. Don't use abrasive cleaners on it. If you're not using it for a long time, unplug it from the power source.
