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Alesis V49 49 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Drum Pad Controller 8 Pads 4 Knobs 4 Buttons
Last Updated: May 9, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.0
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Total Reviews
395
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167
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Review Analysis - 134 recent, verified reviews
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Keyboard
39keys, midi, keyboards, weighted, alesis
+92%
-8%
" ... The full size keys on this are what makes it so great. ... "
" ... This keyboard has been excellent to me so far. ... "
" ... The keyboard feels very solid, I have been using it for awhile now and really like it. ... True, the keys are not fully weighted but I like it for practicing as it strengthens my fingers by having a bit more resistance. ... Overall, great MIDI keyboard with a solid feel. ... "
" ... I am primarily a Finale user, so my need for the non-keyboard parts of this product are minimal, but man are they fun to mess around with. ... That said, this is a review focusing on the keyboard which is, well, pretty good: it's responsive, the keys are full sized and the weighting isn't bad at all - and I'm picky. ... Still, this is a 49 key, beautiful keyboard that doesn't look ridiculous (how many keyboards do you see out there with obnoxious glossy colors or weird shapes pressed into the plastic to cover for their lack of functionality?) ... "
" ... This is a great keyboard to plug into your computer and start jamming! ... "
" ... Not the most expensive keyboard midi controller, but pretty dang sturdy. ... I have dropped the thing like twenty times in my studio, because I have very little room left in my room and the keyboard stand is behind to the right of the chair. ... "
" ... The keyboard feels very solid, I have been using it for awhile now and really like it. ... Overall, great MIDI keyboard with a solid feel. ... "
" ... A good addition to the full size keyboard. ... "
Controls
21pads, weighted, velocity, piano, stiff
+71%
-29%
" ... True, the keys are not fully weighted but I like it for practicing as it strengthens my fingers by having a bit more resistance. ... "
" ... The keys are pretty okay. ... "
" ... 49 keys is plenty of workspace for me. ... The keys are stiffer than I imagined but you'll get used to it. ... All knobs turn easily and the pads feel great to the touch. ... "
" ... The keys are really easy to pay around with, so I can experiment with notes, which is was what I wanted. ... I am 5’5” and this goes up to my belly button when put parallel to me. ... "
" ... The keys feel nice and smooth, They are semi-weighted so it gives you a MUCH better tactile feel than the tiny keys on, say, the AKAI 25 Key, The pads are decent, I've tracked some solid drum beats on them. ... "
" ... Keys respond fairly well in DAW. ... "
" ... It's a wonderful device with amazing fat piano keys like on a grand piano. ... "
" ... It's a wonderful device with amazing fat piano keys like on a grand piano. ... "
Comfort
20pads, weighted, piano, drum, midi
+80%
-20%
" ... Great pressure on keys, high quality midi controller. ... "
" ... The keys feel nice and smooth, They are semi-weighted so it gives you a MUCH better tactile feel than the tiny keys on, say, the AKAI 25 Key, The pads are decent, I've tracked some solid drum beats on them. ... "
" ... The keyboard feels very solid, I have been using it for awhile now and really like it. ... True, the keys are not fully weighted but I like it for practicing as it strengthens my fingers by having a bit more resistance. ... "
" ... It doesn't feel cheap/flimsy and the pressure sensitivity on the keys and pads is nice. ... "
" ... It's amazing and it has weighted keys. ... "
" ... So, if you happen to glide your finger or palm across it, no worries, it wont go off unless you actually apply pressure. ... "
" ... The weighted keys feel nice good resistance, everything on the board responds well with one exception and that's the pads tend to glitch out every so often,if you dont know what I mean by glitch out it means when you press the pad for the drum to kick or snare etc it will kick multiple times to one push of the pad and it can be annoying when trying to record a beat. ... "
" ... The keys are stiffer than I imagined but you'll get used to it. ... "
Sound Quality
10production, play, sudden, piano, notes
+80%
-20%
" ... Ordered for my teenage son who into music producing and he said it's great ... "
" ... Learned a bit of piano on here and the drum pad is good for an organic drum sound ... "
" ... Great buy for those beginning electronic music production. ... "
" ... Is ok, easily can make music. ... "
" ... And made some pretty cool music doing so ... "
" ... He’s learning to read music. ... "
" ... If you're just starting to music produce this here is the product you need ... "
" ... If you're just starting to music produce this here is the product you need ... "
Price
9akai, worth, midi, money, spend
+100%
" ... Worth every penny ... "
" ... Of course I did my research and for the price it makes it an unbelievable steal. ... "
" ... The software that it bundles with really make this product worth the money. ... "
" ... definitely worth it! ... "
" ... No comparison for a midi at this price or close! ... "
" ... nice midi for the price ... "
" ... nice midi for the price ... "
" ... For this price it can't be any better! ... "
For Kids
8loves, loved, christmas
+100%
" ... My young teen loves this. ... "
" ... It works perfectly and my nephew loves it. ... "
" ... Grandson loved it ! ... "
" ... My son has literally spent days on end enjoying this. ... "
" ... My son loved it. ... "
" ... My kids enjoy it ... "
" ... My teenage boys use it daily and still works like a champ. ... "
Ease of Use
8software, setup, keys, weight, studio
+100%
" ... Easy to press but still have a weight. ... "
" ... Awesome idea, difficult program ... "
" ... The keys are really easy to pay around with, so I can experiment with notes, which is was what I wanted. ... "
" ... Everything is easy to get walked through and it is so easy to start once set up ... "
" ... Easy to setup and use. ... "
" ... Adjusting the key settings was very easy and intuitive once you actually download and open the software from the Alesis website. ... "
Size
8weight, travel, size, portability, light
+88%
-13%
" ... I loved the V25, very compact and of good quality. ... "
" ... Easy to press but still have a weight. ... "
" ... Substantial enough for travel on the keys but doesn't take up too much space in general. ... "
" ... Light and portable. ... "
" ... Light and portable. ... "
" ... It's a really nice product, it works just as well as the other keyboards except it's just smaller. ... "
Drum
7pads, pad, double, others, like
+71%
-29%
" ... The drum pad has worked great for me, but I’ve heard others have had problems. ... "
" ... However, I had no double bounce issue as some have with the drum pads. ... "
" ... The drum pads feel amazing. ... "
" ... I do notice a double hit from the drum pads once in awhile though. ... "
" ... I do notice a double hit from the drum pads once in awhile though. ... "
Build Quality
7build quality, piano, pads, keys, feel
+86%
-14%
" ... So Good construction! ... "
" ... basic but durable. ... "
" ... I was surprised initially by the build quality very quality made, the keys feel very nice and they are grand piano sized. ... "
" ... You do have to hit the pads a little harder than expected but it is really not a problem. ... "
Setup
6website, setup, download, studio, pain
+67%
-33%
" ... Though, you will have to get through the activation and account creating phase to get everything setup. ... "
" ... Everything is easy to get walked through and it is so easy to start once set up ... "
" ... Easy to setup and use. ... "
" ... Adjusting the key settings was very easy and intuitive once you actually download and open the software from the Alesis website. ... "
Apps
4garageband, editor, alesis, ableton live 9
+25%
-75%
" ... The one thing that I really don't like about this product is the software. ... The software used to change this is poorly designed. ... "
Marketplace
4tried, shipping, received, product, help
+50%
-50%
Delivery
4received, package, alesis, shipping, product
+50%
-50%
" ... The box arrived and Alesis package was nearly ripped opened. ... "
" ... The item arrived used and very damaged, not packed in the original box, no accesories. ... "
Software Platform
3windows 10, garageband, error, editor, alesis
+33%
-67%
" ... The one thing that I really don't like about this product is the software. ... The software used to change this is poorly designed. ... Furthermore, the software doesn't even run on Linux. ... "
Defective Delivery
3arrived, package, item, alesis
-100%
" ... The box arrived and Alesis package was nearly ripped opened. ... "
" ... The item arrived used and very damaged, not packed in the original box, no accesories. ... "
" ... The item arrived used and very damaged, not packed in the original box, no accesories. ... "
Design
3blue, nice, girl, feels, build
+100%
" ... Also it looks awesome when is on. ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
USB: Yes
Display
Type: LED