Product Comparison: Alesis VI49 vs Akai MPK249
General Specifications
Brand
Alesis
Akai
Model
VI49
MPK249
Origin
China
China
About the Product
The Alesis VI49 is an advanced USB/MIDI keyboard MIDI controller that lets you take command of your music software with a series of pads, knobs, and buttons.
With MPK249, experience the ultimate in playing response from a controller equally suited to studio and live performance scenarios alike. The MPK249 comes equipped with 49 semi-weighted, full-size keys and a premium Akai Professional piano-style keybed for unprecedented response and natural feel.
Key Specs
Number of Keys
49
49
Weighted Keys
Yes
Yes
Metronome Included
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Alesis VI49 49-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
- The feel on the semi weighted keys is really nice.
- The semi weighted keys are great and feel real nice.
- It works great, keys are pretty solid.
- The keys have great feel. Great number of keys.
- Fantastic keyboard, great feel, great features, great price.
Akai MPK249 49-Key Semi-Weighted USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
- This this is great! Feels great, works great, and the price was just right.
- The pads are very nice quality, and have a very smooth feel.
- The keyboard plays very well. Intuitive interface.
- An excellent number of keys, pleasant to the touch.
- There are many settings and buttons available, everything works great.
Size & Weight
Height
4.5 in.
3.38 in.
Width
37.6 in.
29 in.
Depth
12.4 in.
12.25 in.
Weight
11 lbs.
12.6 lbs.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Alesis VI49 49-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
- Very good controller. Good size and weight.
- Very stylish and compact, its portability is good.
- An excellent device for working with it at home. Good size.
- Quite heavy for travel.
- Takes up a lot of space on my desktop.
Akai MPK249 49-Key Semi-Weighted USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
- Works well especially for its size.
- Excellent craftsmanship. Perfect size.
- Nice size that fits perfectly on my desk.
- This size is good for studio work only.
- It is heavy so it is not so easy to carry.
Features
Display Type
Monochrome
Backlit LCD
Mixing Capabilities
Yes
Yes
Equalizer
Yes
Yes
Drum Pads
Yes
Yes
Recording Feature
Yes
Yes
MIDI
Yes
Yes
USB Port(s)
Yes
Yes
Power Source
USB, AC adapter
AC adapter, USB
Extras
Plug-and-play, 36 assignable buttons, Pitch and modulation wheels, Ableton Live Lite, Xpand!2 by AIR Music Tech
MPC Note Repeat, MPC Full Level, Time Division, 16 Levels, MPC Swing, Sustain pedal jack, Ableton Live Lite, Hybrid 3 by AIR Music Tech
What customers say about "Features"
Alesis VI49 49-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
- The features are nice.
- It's powered via usb, the keys are velocity sensitive.
- Very good keys and has diverse features. Very easy to use.
- The overall product looks very high quality, the pads are strong.
- Plug and play, easy to use.
Akai MPK249 49-Key Semi-Weighted USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
- Pads work awesome with PC.
- The construction is great and every knob feels good.
- Very impressed with the midi controller. Drum pads are great.
- Looks great, feels solid. Keys and pads feel great.
- An excellent keyboard with many useful features.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
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