Product Comparison: Alesis Q49 vs Nektar SE49


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Alesis Q49 Desktop MIDI Keyboard Controller
Nektar SE49 USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
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General Specifications
Brand
Alesis
Nektar
Model
Q49
SE49
Origin
China
China
About the Product
The Q49 is a 49-note keyboard controller that works with virtually all music software and MIDI hardware devices. Fusing a class compliant USB-MIDI interface, a traditional MIDI out jacks for effortless connection to peripheral MIDI compatible equipment, Q49 guarantees to form the centrepiece of your creativity.
The Nektar SE49 USB MIDI controller keyboard has all the features you need to start making music with your computer. It is compatible with any MIDI music software, sports a full-size keyboard with velocity, includes all the performance controls you’d expect and even has Nektar DAW control features.
Key Specs
Number of Keys
49
49
Weighted Keys
No
No
Metronome Included
No
No
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Alesis Q49 Desktop MIDI Keyboard Controller
  • The keys are full size piano style keys with a good response.
  • The keys are weighted well.
  • Key sensitivity is pretty decent.
  • Full size velocity keys sounds like you're playing a real piano.
  • The keys have a very precise, rigid and comfortable feel.
Nektar SE49 USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
  • Feels great to play and is super easy and quick to register and setup.
  • The 49 keys feel very good.
  • The pitch bend and modulation wheel very good.
  • Great feeling keys, very happy!
  • Solid, well made reliable, keys have a good feel.
Size & Weight
Height
2.5 in.
2.71 in.
Width
32 in.
31.69 in.
Depth
7.5 in.
7.75 in.
Weight
4.7 lbs.
4.85 lbs.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Alesis Q49 Desktop MIDI Keyboard Controller
  • Great little keyboard, nice easy action.
  • Good weight to the keys for the price. And compact which is ideal for me.
  • It is lightweight and compact.
  • Compact so you can save space in your computer area.
  • It is surprisingly compact for a 49 key full-size MIDI keyboard.
Nektar SE49 USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
  • It is very compact and fits well into the little space.
  • Compact, inexpensive. I recommend it.
  • The price, compact size and works well with my Windows 10 DAW.
  • It's lightweight but the keys are good quality and have a pleasant touch.
  • It works, and the small size is great.
Features
Display Type
No
No
Mixing Capabilities
No
No
Equalizer
No
No
Drum Pads
No
No
Recording Feature
No
No
MIDI
Yes
Yes
USB Port(s)
Yes
Yes
Power Source
USB, AC adapter
USB
Extras
Pitch and modulation wheels, Dedicated Octave Up and Octave Down buttons, Sustain pedal jack, Works with iPad via Apple USB Adaptor, Xpand!2 by AIR Music Tech, Ableton Live Lite
Sustain pedal jack, Bitwig 8-Track, Works with any DAW or MIDI music software, Compatible with Apple iOS
What customers say about "Features"
Alesis Q49 Desktop MIDI Keyboard Controller
  • The Alesis Q49 feels very solid.
  • Excellent build quality and a good feeling keyboard for the price.
  • I was happy with the product, the keys feel good.
  • Great MIDI keyboard, keys are very responsive and feel high quality for the price of it.
  • Pitch/modulation is very nice and smooth.
Nektar SE49 USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
  • The two control wheels are great.
  • Surprisingly solid quality. Plugs into Logic Pro X with no issues or setup needed, just plugin and go.
  • Very good for the price, functionality is great.
  • It plays on most DAWs without any problems when connected to computer.
  • It works well without any problems.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
Link
Link
Manual
Download
Download

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