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Alesis QX25

Item ID: QX25

25-key Velocity-sensitive USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with Eight Rotary Encoders, One Slider, Four Backlit Pads, and Dedicated Transport Controls

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From Our Research Team:

A Matter of Control

Control freak? The Alesis QX25 USB MIDI keyboard controller is the cure. We all have control issues, especially when we're wrestling with our DAWs and virtual instruments. The QX25 comes to the rescue with an ergonomic, control-encrusted command surface and 25 synth-action keys. Eight knobs, four backlit drum pads, a slider, transport buttons, pitch and mod wheels, and and an LCD screen let you control your sessions without constant mousing. The QX25 even gives you a MIDI out to control additional hardware. Powerful, compact, lightweight, and affordable, the Alesis QX25 could save you thousands in therapy.

Alesis QX25 USB MIDI keyboard controller at a Glance:
  • Ideal size
  • You've got connections
  • Big-time versatility

Ideal size
The Alesis QX25, with its 25-note keyboard, is ideal for grab-and-go performing or composing. The QX25 fits in a backpack and gives you a bevy of controls, including pitch and mod wheels, octave up/down buttons, and the facility to send program changes right from the keys.

You've got connections
The Alesis QX25 includes both USB-MIDI and a traditional MIDI out port for instant connection to Mac, PC - and MIDI hardware. The QX25 is USB bus powered, however it can also be powered using a wall power adaptor (sold separately) when not using a computer. You also get a sustain pedal input on the back panel.

Big-time versatility
The QX25 ships with Ableton Live Lite Alesis Edition software for performing, recording, and sequencing music right out of the box. With its traditional MIDI port, the QX25 is also a great choice for controlling MIDI hardware. Integrating a computer into your live set? With its petite size and light weight, you can place the QX25 a tier above an existing workstation for streamlined optimization of your expanded road rig.

Alesis QX25 USB MIDI keyboard controller Features:
  • 25-key keyboard controller for use with virtually all Mac and PC music software and MIDI devices
  • Velocity-sensitive keys; modulation and pitch-bend wheels
  • One fader for adjusting volume or synth parameters
  • Four drum pads for triggering samples, loops and sequencing drums
  • Eight knobs for adjusting pan position or any other parameter
  • Six assignable buttons for transport control or 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 for instant recording, sequencing, and performing
  • Works with iPad via Apple USB Adaptor (sold separately)
  • Bus-powered via USB, so you won't need a power cable

The Alesis QX25 is a powerful, affordable USB MIDI keyboard controller!
Specification Detail
Number of Keys 25
Type of Keys Synth-action
Aftertouch No aftertouch
Number of Performance Pads 4
Number of Encoders/Pots 8
Number of Sliders/Faders 1
Dedicated Transport Control Yes
Other Controllers Pitchbend, Mod Wheel
System Requirements Mac Mac OS X 10.5x, 10.6x, 10.7x
System Requirements PC Windows Vista, 7
Pedal Inputs 1 x sustain
MIDI I/O In, Out, and USB
USB Yes
Height 3"
Width 19.8"
Depth 9"
Weight 5.9 lbs.
Power Supply USB bus-powered
Manufacturer Part Number QX25

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Reviews

based on 4 reviews

Awesome Midi

by Jon Lahman from Fort Wayne, Usa
March 15, 2013
Music Background: Producer
5. for the price, its got great response time, plug n play, fits perfect on my desk!

For the money, You cant beat it

by David Vignola from CT
February 27, 2013
Music Background: Musician, recording engineer
For $99 how can you beat this midi controller. I had the Akia MPK Mini prior to this and it turned out to be a defective unit, so I tried out the Alesis. This is far better made, full size keys and gr... read more [+]eat action. It does everything I need and for the price you cant beat it close [-]

The Alesis QX25!

by Stephen from LA
October 2, 2012
Music Background: Home studio
First off let me say this, .....I purchased this keyboard because I had just purchased the KRK Rokit 5s. To make a long story short, the KRKs are the White limited edition series which I purchased a ... read more [+]few days b/f the keyboard. At this time, they had just got in the Limited edition white Ales is qx25, and had to have it!!!.....So far, amazing in build quality! Pretty heavy for a 25key midi/ keyboard, which is nice!!! I Now the look of this thing*****I would give it 11*s if I could, WOW!! This thing is absolutely Gorgeous!!!! And last, ( which if my fault ) I haven't really had the time to sit down and read the manual. Anyone looking to purchase this Keyboard, remember that it is made pretty much for assigning certain CC's ( if you will / ) meaning that it is not a plug and play keyboard, but the good thing about this is that, you actually can buy a 5v adapt. And run it single, pretty cool!! The other reason for this purchase was because I have the NI Maschine , which can become an awesome duo together with this keyboard! Thank you, close [-]

Excellent small KB

by Corey from SF Bay Area, CA
January 4, 2013
Music Background: Theatre composer and songsriter
The only reason I knocked off half a star is the difficulty in finding clear instructions on using advanced features. Simply playing various soft synths on Mac or IOS* is easy but using the transport,... read more [+] knobs and buttons to send midi instructions can be confusing. I found info online about mapping the Q25 to Logic Pro (which also worked for Logic Express) but still haven't found how to map to the IOS apps like Beatmaker 2, except for the keys themselves. Still, for $99, it's a robust, well built essential tool for small studios.


(*needs apple's "camera connection" adaptor and a powered USB hub since the iPad does not put the 5 volts that a USB-powered device needs) close [-]

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Alesis QX25

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