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Alesis V-Mini - 25-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with 4 Backlit Sensitive Pads, 4 Assignable Encoders and Professional Software Suite Included

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Brand Alesis
Number of Keys 25
Connectivity Technology USB
Special Feature Lightweight, Backlit, Velocity Sensitive
Size 25-key

About this item

  • Make Music Wherever You Go – Compact, lightweight plug and play USB-powered design lets you create anywhere
  • Everything You Need For Expressive Performances - 25 expressive velocity-sensitive, synth-action mini keys
  • Total Command of Your Production - 4 backlit velocity-sensitive drum pads for triggering one-shots, melodics and FX; 4 assignable knobs to control DAW, Virtual Instrument and effect parameters
  • Packed With Keyboard Essentials - Dedicated octave, pitch bend, modulation, and sustain buttons for immersive, expressive performances
  • Premium Software Included - Includes Xpand 2 virtual instrument software by Air Music Tech and MPC Beats

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Alesis V-Mini - 25-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with 4 Backlit Sensitive Pads, 4 Assignable Encoders and Professional Software Suite Included


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  • V Mini^V Mini Editor Software (Download)^Xpand!2 by AIR Music Tech (Download)^USB Cable^User Guide^Safety & Warranty Manual
  • Product Description

    Ultra-Portable Production Power
    Make music wherever you go! Introducing the Alesis V-Mini, a powerful, intuitive, and ultra-portable MIDI keyboard controller, designed for musicians and producers seeking to take total-command of virtual instruments and digital audio workstations. Fusing a convenient USB-powered design, 25 expressive velocity-sensitive synth-action mini keys, 4 backlit velocity-sensitive pads, 4 assignable knobs, keyboard mainstays (including octave, pitch bend, modulation, and sustain buttons) plus the critically acclaimed Xpand!2 virtual instrument from AIR Music Tech, V-Mini provides the ultimate solution to unleash your creativity whether you in the studio or on the move.
    Essential Keyboard Control
    Everything you need for expressive performances is here - fusing 25 velocity-sensitive keys, Octave Up/Down buttons, four assignable knobs and four velocity-sensitive backlit pads, taking command of your virtual instruments and harnessing the power of your digital audio workstation couldn’t be easier. Plug-And-Play
    No hassle, no fuss - with V-Mini, make complicated setups a thing of the past. A single USB connection to your Mac or PC provides both power and MIDI functionality; a class compliant specification means no drivers so you can dive in a focus on what’s important - creating your next masterpiece.
    Feeling Pads
    Get hands-on with your production. V-Mini’s 4 velocity-sensitive backlit pads are perfect for drum programming, clip launching and one-shot triggering; plus they are positioned in easy reach to help keep your production firmly on point!
    Create your own setup
    Customise V-Mini to suit your exacting personal preferences. The free V-Mini Editor download lets you manage presets to customise your hardware and software setup so you spend less time configuring your controller and more time creating.


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    Ultra-Portable Production Power

    Making music wherever you go just got a whole lot simpler. Introducing the Alesis V-Mini, a powerful, intuitive, and ultra-portable MIDI keyboard controller, designed for musicians and producers seeking to take total-command of virtual instruments and digital audio workstations.

    Fusing a convenient USB-powered design, 25 expressive velocity-sensitive synth-action mini keys, 4 backlit velocity-sensitive pads, 4 assignable knobs, keyboard mainstays (including octave, pitch bend, modulation, and sustain buttons) plus the critically acclaimed Xpand!2 virtual instrument from AIR Music Tech, V-Mini provides the ultimate solution to unleash your creativity whether you in the studio or on the move.

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    Essential Keyboard Control

    Everything you need for expressive performances is here - fusing 25 velocity-sensitive keys, Octave Up/Down buttons, four assignable knobs and four velocity-sensitive backlit pads, taking command of your virtual instruments and harnessing the power of your digital audio workstation couldn’t be easier.

    Plug-And-Play

    No hassle, no fuss - with V-Mini, make complicated setups a thing of the past. A single USB connection to your Mac or PC provides both power and MIDI functionality; a class compliant specification means no drivers so you can dive in a focus on what’s important, creating your next masterpiece.

    Premium Software Suite Included

    Combining MPC Beats and Xpand!2, this amazing recording software suite provides core tools for any artist, musician or singer-songwriter to create, record and share all their ideas across the world at any time.

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    Compact, Portable Package

    Portable and feature-packed! Thanks to a compact and lightweight footprint, Alesis V-Mini fits in your suitcase, backpack, or laptop bag making this keyboard controller the perfect companion wherever your production takes you.

    Feeling Pads

    Get hands-on with your production. V-Mini’s 4 velocity-sensitive backlit pads are perfect for drum programming, clip launching and one-shot triggering; plus, they are positioned in easy reach to help keep your production firmly on point!

    Create Your Own Setup

    Customize V-Mini to suit your exacting personal preferences. The free V-Mini Editor download lets you manage presets to customize your hardware and software setup, so you spend less time configuring your controller and more time creating!

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    Customer reviews

    4.4 out of 5 stars
    4.4 out of 5
    1,549 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the weight and portability of the audio midi controller. They mention it's good for small spaces and easily fits in a backpack. They appreciate the performance. However, some customers have reported issues with the stiffness of the keys, saying they're too hard to press. Opinions are mixed on quality, ease of installation, and value.

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    10 customers mention10 positive0 negative

    Customers like the weight of the audio midi controller. They say it's very light, portable, and easy to fit in a backpack. Some mention that it'll be good for small spaces or for a normal space/studio.

    "...It turned out to be exactly what I wanted. It's affordable, light, portable, and it's plug and play. Nothing complicated...." Read more

    "...So why bother? Well, this controller is dirt cheap, lightweight, and super portable (weighs only slightly more than my phone)...." Read more

    "...Its very light and easily fits in a backpack. I've been using mine with my phone and desktop." Read more

    "...The Alesis VMini | Portable 25-Key USB MIDI Keyboard is good for small spaces or for a normal space/studio...." Read more

    5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the performance of the audio midi controller. For example, they mention that it works great, but the keys are too hard to press. Some say that the free software essentially broke their computer. That said, most are happy with the product's performance and functionality.

    "Worked brilliantly and really easy to setup for most DAWS, doesn't even require a driver for the keyboard, only the dials" Read more

    "...Work around is really nice. I can play Alesis V Mini through my studio speakers PC not from the Mixer. Mixer see it but can't play though it...." Read more

    "...The keyboard works with GarageBand, so I may keep it. But that's NOT I bought it. On the fence about returning it." Read more

    "This works great plugged into my Chromebook and recording using Soundtrap, but I don't like how hard it is to press the keys...." Read more

    24 customers mention16 positive8 negative

    Customers are mixed about the quality of the audio midi controller. Some mention it's a good product, capable enough, and reliable. Others say that it'd not be well made, feels cheap, and broke their operating system.

    "...what I have been looking for, didn’t exceed my expectations but it didn’t disappoint!" Read more

    "For starters it’s very good. But I mean like completely new to music making...." Read more

    "...I use it for loops because the stiffness makes it feel awkward when trying to make a simple beat." Read more

    "...Other than that, it’s a really good MIDI controller, especially for the price 👍🏼..." Read more

    13 customers mention9 positive4 negative

    Customers are mixed about the ease of installation of the audio midi controller. Some mention it's super simple to set up and operate, while others say that the software was a download and installation was s pain.

    "...It's affordable, light, portable, and it's plug and play. Nothing complicated. It easily slips into my backpack with my laptop with no problem...." Read more

    "Worked brilliantly and really easy to setup for most DAWS, doesn't even require a driver for the keyboard, only the dials" Read more

    "...And I am very well satisfied with this device. Set up is a bit tedious, but over all not too complicated. But definitely annoying...." Read more

    "...it's only 12 inches long & 5 inches wide. It was easy to install and my DAW Cakewalk By Bandlab scanned it right away...." Read more

    8 customers mention5 positive3 negative

    Customers are mixed about the value of the audio midi controller. Some mention it's great especially for the price, and a great tool for any budget home studio. However, others say that it'll feel cheap and has a cheap build.

    "...It turned out to be exactly what I wanted. It's affordable, light, portable, and it's plug and play. Nothing complicated...." Read more

    "Let's keep it real chief, this keyboard ain't it. It's a cheap controller for a cheap price...." Read more

    "If you do a price comparison, this is one of the most feature-packed controller for the price...." Read more

    "...traditional music and into the digital world, and this is a great start for the price...." Read more

    6 customers mention0 positive6 negative

    Customers dislike the stiffness of the audio midi controller. They say the keys are too hard to press, and the velocity response is pretty awful.

    "...The pads are a joke and the keys manage to be mushy and stiff at the same time...." Read more

    "great for just what it is...small, light, capable. keyboard is a little stiff..." Read more

    "...The size is adorably small and very portable. But the keys are really stiff and so the velocity response is pretty awful...." Read more

    "Feels cheap, like a toy. Keys are very stiff and don't seem to produce a consistent velocity. Pretty disappointed in the build quality for the price...." Read more

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    Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for beginners! Issue with using MacOS Catalina, though
    Reviewed in Canada on June 25, 2020
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    Esteve
    5.0 out of 5 stars Super bueno.
    Reviewed in Spain on April 6, 2021
    Niels Piersma
    1.0 out of 5 stars Laat je Windows 10 installatie compleet vastlopen
    Reviewed in the Netherlands on December 25, 2020
    Mymy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Très bon produit
    Reviewed in France on September 11, 2020
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    Riccardo Cecchin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Comoda
    Reviewed in Italy on September 8, 2020