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Product Highlights

Total Production Control — Go beyond simple note entry with a complete set of production tools at your fingertips. The V49 MKII features 49 full-size, velocity-sensitive keys for expressive playing, plus eight backlit pads and four assignab
Expressive Performance Tools — Inject movement and creativity into your music with powerful performance features. The V49 MKII includes dedicated pitch and modulation wheels for expressive control, alongside a versatile arpeggiator with six
Comprehensive Software Bundle Included — Start creating music right out of the box with a premium software suite. The V49 MKII includes the powerful MPC Beats DAW, seven genre-spanning MPC expansion packs, and 60 free lessons from Melodics
49-unit configuration identified in the product title
Keyboard format for practice, performance, and music production

Available Since: August, 2026
Item No.: 22200010
Local SKU: OS

Total Production Control

Go beyond simple note entry with a complete set of production tools at your fingertips. The V49 MKII features 49 full-size, velocity-sensitive keys for expressive playing, plus eight backlit pads and four assignable knobs for programming drums, launching clips, and tweaking virtual instrument parameters without reaching for the mouse.

Expressive Performance Tools

Inject movement and creativity into your music with powerful performance features. The V49 MKII includes dedicated pitch and modulation wheels for expressive control, alongside a versatile arpeggiator with six modes, tap tempo, and swing controls to instantly generate unique melodic ideas.

Comprehensive Software Bundle Included

Start creating music right out of the box with a premium software suite. The V49 MKII includes the powerful MPC Beats DAW, seven genre-spanning MPC expansion packs, and 60 free lessons from Melodics to help you build your skills and produce professional-sounding tracks from day one.

BY THE NUMBERS

Technical Specifications

Hardware & Setup

Body & Build

Finish & Colour

Bench IncludedYes

EssentialNo

Key ActionSynth-action

Number of Keys49

Keyboard TypeMIDI Controller

Cabinet IncludedYes

MIDIYes

Stand IncludedYes

Pedal SupportYes

EssentialNo

Everything you receive

What's In The Box

Alesis V49 MKII 49-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
Owner's Manual
Local Warranty Card
What's in the box

Alesis

The Maker

About Alesis

Alesis makes accessible electronic instruments and recording tools, with a range spanning mesh-head drum kits, keyboards, multipads, monitors, and studio equipment. Its products help new and developing musicians practise quietly, record easily, and perform with expressive sounds and modern connectivity.

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Questions & Answers

6 questions answered by aDawliah experts·avg response 2 hours

Total Production Control — Go beyond simple note entry with a complete set of production tools at your fingertips. The V49 MKII features 49 full-size, velocity-sensitive keys for expressive playing, plus eight backlit pads and four assignab.

Yes, it's an excellent choice. With plug-and-play USB connectivity and an included software bundle like MPC Beats and 60 Melodics lessons, it provides everything a beginner needs to start producing music.

No, the Alesis V49 MKII is a MIDI controller and does not have built-in sounds. It needs to be connected to a Mac, PC, or compatible mobile device via USB to trigger sounds in software instruments or a DAW.

It comes with a comprehensive software package, including the MPC Beats music production software, 7 MPC Beats Expansion Packs covering various genres, and 60 free introductory lessons from Melodics.

No, the V49 MKII is USB-powered. It receives both power and data through the single USB cable connected to your computer, making setup clean and simple.

The box includes the V49 MKII keyboard controller, a USB cable for power and data, a software download card, a quickstart guide, and a safety & warranty manual.

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