Alesis Vortex Wireless 2 USB MIDI Wireless Keytar Controller

$485
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Alesis Vortex Wireless 2

The Alesis Vortex Wireless 2 is the new and improved wireless keytar receiver designed to give you unplugged freedom for your performances. Featuring improved ergonomics for better playability, a more durable housing, and an updated control layout, the updated Vortex Wireless 2 offers comprehensive MIDI controller functionality in a stylish and stage-ready keytar design with a stunning gloss-black finish. This dynamic MIDI keytar controller connects wirelessly to your computer and easily integrates with popular virtual instruments, plugins, and DAWs. For maximum stage and studio mobility, the PC- and Mac-compatible USB dongle uses a single USB port to establish a reliable, wireless connection. Create dynamic, expressive performances that the audience will both see and hear. Onboard Control and Connectivity Command the stage with 37 velocity-sensitive keys with aftertouch, 8 RGB back-lit velocity-sensitive drum pads, and a row of 8 back-lit faders all laid out in an accessible, hands-on design. A series of neck controls provides additional performance options: you can tweak sounds using the MIDI-assignable touch strip and MIDI-assignable accelerometer, expand melodic ideas with the octave range buttons, and activate sustain all while your right hand remains free to play. Vortex Wireless offers multiple connectivity options and comes equipped with USB-MIDI and traditional MIDI Out jacks. Virtual Instruments, DAW, and Preset Editor Included Vortex Wireless 2 includes premium bundle of virtual instrument plugins , including Hybrid 3, Loom 2, Vacuum Pro, and Xpand!2 from AIR Music Tech, and TimewARP 2600 by Way Out Ware. For performing, producing, recording, we include Ableton Live Lite. Finally, a clear, concise, and easy to use, point-and-click preset editor is included, so you can quickly configure any parameter of any preset on your Alesis Vortex Wireless 2. You can also use the editor software to save and load all of your Vortex presets to and from your hard drive for easy backup.  

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Alesis Vortex Wireless 2

The Alesis Vortex Wireless 2 is the new and improved wireless keytar receiver designed to give you unplugged freedom for your performances. Featuring improved ergonomics for better playability, a more durable housing, and an updated control layout, the updated Vortex Wireless 2 offers comprehensive MIDI controller functionality in a stylish and stage-ready keytar design with a stunning gloss-black finish. This dynamic MIDI keytar controller connects wirelessly to your computer and easily integrates with popular virtual instruments, plugins, and DAWs. For maximum stage and studio mobility, the PC- and Mac-compatible USB dongle uses a single USB port to establish a reliable, wireless connection. Create dynamic, expressive performances that the audience will both see and hear.

Onboard Control and Connectivity
Command the stage with 37 velocity-sensitive keys with aftertouch, 8 RGB back-lit velocity-sensitive drum pads, and a row of 8 back-lit faders all laid out in an accessible, hands-on design. A series of neck controls provides additional performance options: you can tweak sounds using the MIDI-assignable touch strip and MIDI-assignable accelerometer, expand melodic ideas with the octave range buttons, and activate sustain all while your right hand remains free to play. Vortex Wireless offers multiple connectivity options and comes equipped with USB-MIDI and traditional MIDI Out jacks.

Virtual Instruments, DAW, and Preset Editor Included
Vortex Wireless 2 includes premium bundle of virtual instrument plugins , including Hybrid 3, Loom 2, Vacuum Pro, and Xpand!2 from AIR Music Tech, and TimewARP 2600 by Way Out Ware. For performing, producing, recording, we include Ableton Live Lite. Finally, a clear, concise, and easy to use, point-and-click preset editor is included, so you can quickly configure any parameter of any preset on your Alesis Vortex Wireless 2. You can also use the editor software to save and load all of your Vortex presets to and from your hard drive for easy backup.

 

  • Keytar controller with wireless connectivity for Mac and PC
  • 8 back-lit RGB velocity-sensitive trigger pads for creating beats or launching clips
  • 8 back-lit faders for controlling volume or other parameters
  • Defeatable onboard MIDI-assignable tilt sensor
  • Thumb-controlled volume slider and reversible pitch-bend wheel on neck
  • MIDI-assignable touchstrip, zone, sustain, and octave-control buttons on neck
  • Included USB dongle for wireless connection with any computer
  • USB and MIDI jacks for use with any synth, sound module, or other MIDI hardware/software
  • Battery-powered for use with MIDI modules and hardware synths (4 AA batteries included)
  • Standard guitar strap pegs on neck and body
  • Included Vortex Wireless 2 Editor software for editing MIDI-assigned controls
  • Production software package included: Hybrid 3, Loom 2, Vacuum Pro, and Xpand!2 by AIR Music Tech, TimewARP 2600 by Way Out Ware, and Ableton Live Lite

Type: Keytar

Number of Keys: 37

Type of Keys: Synth-action

Velocity Sensitive: Yes

Aftertouch: Yes

Pads: 8 x Velocity Sensitive

Other Controllers: Volume Slider, Pitch-bend Wheel

Zones: MIDI-assignable zone button

Faders: 8 x Back-lit Faders

MIDI I/O: Out/USB

USB: 1 x Type B

Computer Connectivity: USB, MIDI

 

Minimum System Requirements

  • Available USB 1.1 Port
  • PC: Windows 7 Service Pack 1; Minimum Dual Core 2GHz (Intel Core i5 or i7 Recommended)
  • Mac: Mac OS X 10.8.5; Core Duo Processor (Core i5 or i7 Recommended)
  • Minimum RAM 4GB (8GB or more recommended)
  • 5GB free hard drive space (Download and Installation)
  • Internet Access (Download and Authorization)
For more information, please visit the manufacturer's website.