Alesis Vortex Wireless Wireless USB/MIDI Keytar with Padded Gig Bag

Alesis Vortex Wireless Wireless USB/MIDI Keytar with Accelerometer

Wireless Freedom

Take back the stage and experience untethered, wireless keytar performance with the Alesis Vortex Wireless. This dynamic keytar controller connects wirelessly to your computer and 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 create a reliable, wireless connection. Fastened with a piano black finish and intuitive ergonomic layout, Vortex Wireless offers comprehensive controller functionality in a stylish and stage-ready design. Create dynamic, expressive performances that the audience will both see and hear.

Shake It Up

Vortex Wireless offers unparalleled expressive control with an onboard MIDI-assignable accelerometer. Map the accelerometer to any software parameter, and create music that adapts to your performance. Glissando, pitch bends, vibrato, filter sweeps, and additional expressive actions can be conducted by simply altering the orientation of the Vortex Wireless. Now the sound of your music can match your performance style.

Onboard Control & Connectivity

Command the stage with 37 velocity-sensitive keys with aftertouch, 8 velocity-sensitive drum pads, and a row of physical knobs all laid out in an accessible, hands-on design. A series of neck controls provides further performance options: tweak sounds using the MIDI-assignable touch strip, 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 MIDI Out.

Virtual Synth and DAWs Included

Vortex Wireless comes bundled with a versatile, high-definition virtual synthesizer designed specifically for it. The Vortex I, by SONiVOX, expands the sonic pallet of your Vortex Wireless with ambient pads, edgy leads, wobbly basses, and more. Vortex Wireless interfaces directly with the software so you can tweak your sounds to taste from any place on stage. For performing, producing, and improvising, Ableton Live Lite Alesis Edition is included and enables you to explore your musical ideas in real-time. Also included is Ignite, by AIR Music Tech, a powerful piece of music creation software that lets you compose, write, and record songs with a straightforward workflow.

VYZEX Vortex Patch Editor Software

Make the most of your Alesis Vortex with the free Vyzex Vortex patch editor software. Clear, concise, and easy to use, this point-and-click patch editor software brings quick and precise programming to your Vortex patches. With Vyzex Vortex running on your Mac or PC, use the mouse or keyboard or both to quickly configure any parameter of any patch on your Alesis Vortex. Save and load all of your Vortex patches to and from your hard drive for easy backup. The Vyzex Vortex patch editor software allows both beginning and advanced MIDI users to easily achieve the full potential of their Alesis Vortex keytar.

Features

• USB dongle creates a wireless connection to any Mac or PC

• 37 velocity-sensitive keys with aftertouch for compact, yet complete melodic range

• USB and traditional MIDI jacks for use with virtually any synth, sound module, or other MIDI hardware or software

• Embedded, programmable, MIDI-assignable accelerometer for performance parameter control by tilting the neck

• Thumb-controlled volume slider and pitch-bend wheel on neck

• Finger-controlled MIDI-assignable touchstrip, sustain, and octave-control buttons on neck

• Eight velocity-sensitive drum pads/sample triggers enable you to create beats or trigger clips

• Battery-powered for use with MIDI modules and hardware synths (batteries included)

• Bus-powered when connected to Mac or PC via USB (cable included)

• Large transport (Start/Stop) and patch-select controls for instant access

• Standard guitar strap pegs on neck and body (strap included)

• This product is class compliant; it does not require drivers

What's Included?

• Vortex Wireless Keytar

• USB Wireless Receiver

• USB Extension Cable

• USB Cable

• 4 AA Batteries

• Strap

• Cable Harness

• Ableton Live Lite Alesis Edition Software (download), SONiVOX Vortex-I (download), and AIR Music Tech's Ignite (download)

• Quickstart Guide

• Safety & Warranty Manual

Alesis Vortex Keytar USB MIDI Keyboard Gig Bag Padded Case

A keyboard as cool as the Alesis Vortex deserves a very special bag. Made of heavy-duty nylon, this custom-fit padded gig bag is just the thing for safely getting your Vortex to the gig in style. The black Vortex Gig Bag features blue and silver highlights and a dramatic angled flap design. Easy to open and close, this top flap is fitted with hook-and-loop closures for fast access and a solid seal. Up front, a zippered compartment offers secure storage for cables, straps, or whatever you need. An extra pocket is located on the back.

The Vortex Gig Bag includes an adjustable strap with twist-free metal swivel mounts and a padded shoulder rest. Using the strap, the Vortex Gig Bag can be worn either vertically or horizontally. Carry-handles are also provided. Both the bag and the strap feature exclusive Vortex embroidery for a truly distinctive look.

Features

• Heavy-duty nylon construction

• Padded for extra protection

• Main flap features secure hook-and-loop closures

• Large zippered compartment holds cables and accessories

• Sleeve-type rear pocket

• Nylon handles plus metal O-rings for strap mounting

• Adjustable strap with padded shoulder rest

• Metal strap ends freely rotate

• Designed for horizontal or vertical use

• Vortex embroidered case and strap