Take back control of the stage and experience wireless performance with the next-generation Alesis Vortex Wireless 2 keytar. Featuring improved ergonomics for enhanced playability, a more robust housing, and a redesigned control layout, the Vortex Wireless 2 delivers full MIDI functionality in a sleek, stage-ready design with a stunning glossy black finish. This dynamic MIDI controller connects wirelessly to your computer and integrates seamlessly with the most popular virtual instruments, plugins, and digital audio workstations (DAWs). For maximum mobility on stage and in the studio, the PC and Mac compatible USB dongle uses a single USB port to establish a reliable wireless connection. Create dynamic and expressive performances that will captivate your audience.

Integrated Control and Connectivity

Dominate the stage with 37 velocity-sensitive keys with aftertouch, 8 velocity-sensitive RGB backlit drum pads, and a row of 8 backlit faders, all arranged intuitively and easily. A series of controls on the fretboard provides additional playing possibilities: you can fine-tune sounds with the MIDI-assignable touch strip and accelerometer, develop your melodic ideas with the octave buttons, and activate the sustain function, all while keeping your right hand free. The Vortex Wireless offers multiple connectivity options and is equipped with traditional USB-MIDI and MIDI Out jacks.

Virtual Instruments, Sequencer, and Preset Editor Included

The Vortex Wireless 2 includes a premium suite of virtual instruments, including Hybrid 3, Loom 2, Vacuum Pro, and Xpand!2 from AIR Music Tech, as well as TimewARP 2600 from Way Out Ware. For playing, producing, and recording, Ableton Live Lite is included. Finally, a clear, concise and intuitive preset editor is provided, allowing you to quickly configure any parameter of any preset on your Alesis Vortex Wireless 2. You can also use this software to save and load all your Vortex presets to your hard drive. Features

37 velocity-sensitive keys with aftertouch for a compact size and full melodic range

Eight velocity-sensitive RGB backlit trigger pads for creating rhythms or triggering clips

Eight backlit faders for controlling volume and other instrument parameters

Performance control via built-in MIDI tilt sensor with on/off switch

Thumb-controlled volume filter and reversible pitch bend wheel on the neck

Touch strip, MIDI zone, sustain, and octave buttons on the neck

Included USB dongle for wireless connection to Mac or PC

USB and MIDI connectors for use with any synthesizer, sound module, or other MIDI hardware or software

Battery powered for use with MIDI modules and hardware synthesizers (4 AA batteries included)

Standard guitar strap buttons on the neck and body

Edit MIDI controls with the included Vortex Wireless 2 Editor app

Included production software: Hybrid 3, Loom 2, Vacuum Pro and Xpand!2 by AIR Music Tech, TimewARP 2600 by Way Out Ware, and Ableton Live Lite

Specifications

Minimum System Requirements

Available USB 1.1 port

PC: Windows 7 Service Pack 1; minimum 2 GHz dual-core processor (Intel Core i5 or i7 recommended)

Mac: Mac OS X 10.8.5; Core Duo processor (Core i5 or i7 recommended)

Minimum 4 GB of RAM (8 GB or more recommended)

5 GB of available hard disk space (for download and installation)

Internet access (for download and authorization)