Alesis Vortex Wireless 2

Alesis Vortex Wireless 2 Overview

A 37 key velocity sensitive Keytar, the Vortex Wireless 2 improves on the already impressive Alesis Vortex. The Keytar features improved ergonomics, an updated layout and a newly constructed housing.

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There are eight RGB back-lit trigger pads on the unit, alongside eight similar back-lit faders which enables you to control all the virtual instrument parameters. On the neck of the Keytar you will also find a volume slider and reversible pitch bend wheel which is in the perfect position to be controlled with your thumb.

The Vortex can be used as a wireless controller by just plugging the USB receiver into your Mac/PC.

You will also receive a fantastic software package with the Vortex, including; the Hybrid 3, Loom 2, Vacuum Pro and Xpand!2 software among others.

Alesis Product Overview

Take back the stage! Experience untethered keytar performance with the next-generation Alesis Vortex Wireless 2. Featuring improved ergonomics for better playability, a more durable housing, and an updated control layout, the Vortex Wireless 2 offers comprehensive MIDI controller functionality in a stylish and stage-ready keytar design with a stunning gloss-black nish.

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 an ultra-reliable, road-ready wireless connection. With Alesis’ Vortex Wireless 2, create dynamic, expressive performances that every audience will appreciate.

Command the stage with 37 velocity-sensitive keys with after-touch, 8 RGB back-lit velocity-sensitive drum pads, and a row of 8 MIDI-assignable 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 2 offers multiple connectivity options and comes equipped with USB-MIDI and traditional MIDI Out jacks.

With Vortex Wireless 2, a comprehensive assortment of accessories is thoughtfully included for Immediate performance right out-of-the-box. With a strap and cable harness included, plus conveniently located standard guitar strap pegs on the neck and body, Vortex Wireless 2 has been meticulously engineered with one goal in mind, liberated performance capability.

37 velocity-sensitive keys with after-touch for compact size with complete melodic range
Eight RGB back-lit velocity-sensitive trigger pads enable you to create beats or trigger clips
Eight back-lit faders for controlling volumes or other virtual instrument parameters
Embedded MIDI-assignable tilt sensor performance control with on/off button
Thumb-controlled volume slider and reversible pitch-bend wheel on neck
MIDI-assignable touchstrip, zone, sustain, and octave-control buttons on neck
Included USB receiver creates a wireless connection to any Mac or PC, or most keyboards with
USB host port
Wired USB and MIDI jacks for use with any synth, sound module, or other MIDI hardware or software
Can be battery-powered for use with MIDI modules and hardware synths (4 AA batteries not-
included)
Strap and cable harness included; standard guitar strap pegs on neck and body
Easily edit MIDI-assigned controls with the included point-and-click Vortex Wireless 2 Editor
application
World-class production software package included: MPC Beats, Ableton Live Lite, Vacuum Pro, Mini Grand, DB33, Xpand!2, TimeWARP2600, Hybrid 3, and Loom