Alesis QX49 USB/MIDI 49-Key Extended Keyboard Controller

Take commanding, tactile control over any parameter of your favorite Music Software with the QX49. Through standard USB connection, the QX49 receives power while also transmitting MIDI Data to your Mac or PC software or Hardware device of choice. Punch out a drumbeat on great-feeling pads, open up a filter with smooth, tight knobs, or adjust volume and playback of sequencing software with long faders and snappy buttons. QX49's immense parameter control and velocity-sensitive Keyboard get your hands off of the Mouse and into the action for a more efficient, visceral music-making experience. With a 49-note keyboard, the QX49's Pitch range is perfect for performing with software instruments and samplers while still remaining highly portable. Furthermore, the Q49 provides keyboard players with a full compliment of controls including pitch and modulation wheels, octave up/down buttons and the ability to send Program changes directly from the keys. The QX49's keyboard can even be split into sections to control multiple instruments at once! The QX49's array of assignable controls work with virtually all music software and MIDI hardware devices. Whether you're looking to fire drum samples, tweak a software synthesizer or adjust individual tracks in a mix, the QX49's extensive layout ensures appropriate feel and proper response with its eight sliders and Rotary knobs, four Backlit drum pads and Dedicated transport controls. -Features: -49-key keyboard controller for use with virtually all Mac and PC music software and MIDI devices-Velocity-sensitive keys with modulation and pitch-bend wheels-Eight faders perfect for adjusting volume or synth parameters-Four drum pads for triggering samples, loops and sequencing drums-Eight knobs ideal for adjusting pan position or any other parameter-Six assignable buttons for triggering software controls-USB-MIDI and traditional MIDI for use with Mac and PC, as well as MIDI hardware-Includes Ableton Live Lite Alesis Edition software include