Alesis Q49 Keyboard Review - Playing & Recording Piano Riffs | Audio Mentor

[@JohnRusindo]

Thanks for the review, yah!

[@reubenchng]

yah yah!

[@maschinetrax]

that's one of the best preview i've ever seen

[@BHASKAROPSWEL]

Hello sir plz help How to Transpose this midi

[@jopmans123]

Picked this keyboard up today. Very happy with it! Great keyboard for beginners.

[@reubenchng]

The first thing to do is to check if there are any midi signal going into Logic. Reset your midi inputs then play on your keyboard while looking at the transport bar. See if there are any midi data coming in.

[@azyfloof]

I saw this keyboard on Ebay, and was tantalised by the traditional MIDI DIN output cause I want to hook it up to an arduino to do things, plus I wanna add extra controls. This review was super helpful :D I didn't know the keyboard had velocity control, that makes the deal on Ebay even better! Thank you for uploading this :D

[@alecjackson663]

@azy If you didn't already buy I may have one cheaper!

[@FANNIX-]

Hey there howcan I record this piano on my pc? On my stagepiano I record on the piano itself while playing and then transfer the recording afterwards to my pc. But it obviesly seems like this piano can't record on itself. So how should I connect this masterkeyboard to my computer and which software do I need to record it ? Also can I use headphones on this one? I hope you can help me :)

[@reubenchng]

Hey Mike, thanks. The controller connects to your computer via Usb. Of course it's compatible with FL Studio

[@psycholover1612]

so i need help please! just bought it but i tried everything to get my MIDI to conect it syas its on and it works plug n play well on garageband mac buty i need this to work on windows!! and every single software i havwe says i have no keybaord conected how do i fix this? im on month 5 and still not working also changed the cables how do i install the driver for thiskeyard ?? Mk11 Q49 USB only

[@LucidSoundz]

so would this work on the maschine software? i want to buy a midi keyboard thats not too expensive.

[@reubenchng]

LucidBeats It would.

[@LaurynMarkMusik]

Could you tell me what is the problem when that keyboard set an Accord on the Notes with the description CC DATA on top? I wanna play a single note, but it plays an accord on these notes.

[@reubenchng]

hey thanks! I actually prefer the Samson Carbon now. The Q49 feels a little 'cheap' to me. What do ya think?

[@JackLove]

alesis q49 or Samson carbon or M audio keystation 49 2 ?

[@reubenchng]

keystation

[@JackLove]

Reuben Chng just checked out and there is no seller of M -audio in my country . so alesis q49 is better than carbon ? or your experience was same ?

[@RollerBGM]

Reuben Chng Alesis' parent company bought M-audio, pretty sure the Q series is a rebranding of keystation series.

[@randomasschannel5442]

Ifon or bleckberri

[@supercooled]

Hey Rueben, I'm looking for a budget keyboard to start off with. Between the Korg MicroKey, M-Audio Keyrig 49 and this Q49, which one would you choose? Looking at the M-Audio and Q49 they're really long. I was wondering if the Korg might be better because of space limitation. It is also $30 cheaper.

[@djraptorx]

Thank you sir for this review, I was looking for a good budget MIDI controller just to use for my MicroBrute (Since the keys are so tiny) and this convinced me to get it. Good review, thank you! ~Cheers!

[@hippocrates72]

*please: Which are the measures of **_Alesis Q49 Keyboard?_*

[@charanrockkp]

Good video. Please can you tell me which app is that you are using in computer

[@angelvazquez288]

hi. loved the song arrangement you did. sounds amazing. Im curious, how did you achive the cymbal roll sound? it sounds so realistic. What plug in you used for it? or is it a sample?

[@CauryBarnett]

Thanks for your Preview I do have a question. I am just a piano player and don't know anything about this program what are somethings I can do with this to help me play during a concert with a Choir I teach at a middle school and we have programs singing in front of the school two times a week we are a Christian choir please help.

[@Zemael]

Hi, how is the modulation and pitch resolution by midi din out? The Roland A49 is 6bits... a blame. Thanks

[@____stu____]

I picked up a Q49 on eBay for only £30, and considering it’s a budget board, it feels quite good when playing 🎹😬

[@reubenchng]

That's a steal!

[@Marion0142]

Hi Reuben, Im'm getting crazy try to find a power adapter. The website says "9V DC 500mA, Pin Positive, 5.5mm outer diameter" but nothing about the inner pin diameter. DO you know the size? Thanks

[@ireumiobseum]

Hi I've been looking to buy a MIDI controller like this one. However I can't decide on which. I have a few choices mainly the Alesis Q49, M-Audio Keystation 49 and the Samson Carbon/Graphite 49. Which would you recommend getting? Thanks :)

[@nicksonthevet]

What is MIDI? Can this thing play like a normal piano without ii being associated with a sotfware, like using it normally as a piano by connecting to speaker output?

[@felernyy]

Welcome. At the beginning I apologize for grammatical errors. I really liked the composition and would like to know where I can listen to this song be like her name. Please reply. Greetings from Polish

[@catchme4joy]

I know To Play Keyboard.. I have no prior knowledge about the things needed to set a Recording System at my home. Just Wanted to To know.. Are There Any Software or programs that needed to installed on my laptop, MIDI , or Mixtures or What all things are needed to SET UP New in my home. Please Would Be a Great Help if You Guide me.. thanks a lot in advance :)

[@reubenchng]

Jack Patel Hey! you remind me of Neil Patel. I'll be happy to guide you. The types of equipments you need depends on the type of music you plan to do. Read my guide here to get started: www.audiomentor.com/audioproduction/10-things-you-need-for-a-kickass-home-studio

[@trizard4051]

Hey i have a problem, when i press C on the Alesis Q49 it play G i dont know why and it really annoys please help.

[@SSSO95]

Hey, I'm having a dilemma whether I should get this one or the M-Audio Keyrig 49. Any opinions about these two?

[@reubenchng]

my pleasure :D

[@tanayshah91]

Wouldn't the connection via midi reduce my latency and make it overall cleaner? You seem to have a vast knowledge on the hardware. I'd appreciate your input on whether I should go for the Focusrite 6i6 or the Akai EIE Pro or NI KA6, running on a macbook pro retina 15''.

[@innovativatk]

Hi Reuben i am Rommel musician from Venezuela... I am Looking your post about your Q49 and the other one post Korg MICROKEY37 i want to decide for one of two options... what you recomended me???.. im dummy on studio recording Things... im interested in record my own music. Tks..

[@marynoelle21]

I was just wondering is there anything to be got to record yourself playing the keyboard without the use of a computer. My keyboard doesn't have a record button on it that you can record yourself play a tune so that's what i was wondering what can be got to plug into the keyboard to record yourself play

[@armandix5]

Hello Rouben, thanks for the video, I have an M-Audio MIDI control Keystation 61 but I use to play organ and I prefer soft keyboards I see yours has a Synth type key but I don't know if is softer than mi MAudio do you know both and find which is softer? I ask because I don't have a Alesis supplier in my city. Thanks in advanced for your answer.

[@MangledMarionettes]

What's the difference between Ableton Live Lite and the software that comes with the keyboard Albeton Live Lite Alesis Edition?

[@mlara1270]

BIG THANK YOU FOR SHOWING how to use those numeric labels!

[@reubenchng]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@fosterhiphop]

me puedes ayudar tengo alesis q49 pero no tengo los instaladores ayudenme con al agun link de el sofwar gracias

[@yo-jc1we]

Hey what's the difference with the alesis q61 ? I'm a beginner and i have the opportunity to buy one around 70 dollars is it a good price and do you know if the alesis q61 has a beautiful piano sound like the q49 ?

[@yogiboybuyog8792]

sir i need your help. I just bought a 2nd hand alesis Q61 someone, but the thing is, it doesnt have the software with it, and im using an HP laptop. How can i use these keyboard? is there any link on how to install software for this? please help..thanks

[@nagol5178]

+Jesus John Fuentes It is a midi controller, it's not supposed to have software. You use midi instruments with whatever DAW you have. You can use Logic, abelton, etc

[@PochoNieves]

YES the keys are semi-weighted on purpose to simulate a real piano. It is in the description of the equipment.

[@Boojakascha]

I love the way you talk. Thanks a lot for the review.

[@JenniferBuechner]

I use Presonus Studio One DAW with an Audiobox usb , and I have an Alesis Q49, with the right choice of which instrument I pick for the song I am doing the Alesis sounds quite nice, The keys can be hit hard or soft, just like a piano. Over all I enjoy my Alesis Q49 :) I think it all depends on the DAW that the person has to go along with the Q49 as well.

[@JenniferBuechner]

my Q49 isn't hard to press, I wonder why yours is.

[@dezimiddleton5292]

Ours is firm press , slightly stubborn 🎶🇺🇸✌️

[@jimelef]

What if i don't have a sustain pedal? Does it mean that if i press one key and keep pressing it it won't sound for more than one second?

[@reubenchng]

Jimmy jimelef if you keep pressing it, then you'll keep trigger-ing the sound

[@reubenchng]

whats the issue we're looking at on hand? No response at all when you use it with Logic?

[@GrazyGirlViola]

Thank a lot for your video, I am a beginner in composing music I was wondering if Cubase 6 a good and easy programme? I want to sent up a little studio like you have.

[@matt1970a]

Hi Reuben, Thanks for the review. I'm thinking of buying the Alesis Q61. A couple things, are the keys full size like piano keys? Also, have you ever used Propellerhead software called "Reason"? I just bought the "Balance" wondering if the Alesis is compatible. Seems like it should be, Thanks again!

[@kangaipasingson4677]

Do Sustain pedal come aling with midi controller? Or is there a push button for sustain pedal?

[@kassie2k4]

Is there any perceivable delay on this device? I've heard some of the cheaper midi controllers will have delay issues sometimes - or perhaps that's just a software issue (asio vs windows audio etc)

[@reubenchng]

its usually your audio device, not the midi controller. My advice is to get a reliable audio interface

[@kassie2k4]

Thanks! I've since gone ahead and purchased the Q49 and love it, thanks for the review!

[@fadedoutt]

kassie2k4 if you're having latency issues you can download ASIO4ALL for free. just lower your sample time to the lowest number. no delay/latency issues at all

[@kassie2k4]

ah yes thank you :) I did end up getting this and it worked great for a few months, no latency but then stopped working for some reason sadly :( Have replaced it with the much nicer Nektar Impact LX49!

[@fadedoutt]

Yeeeaaah the Nektar Impact is nice! I'm saving up to get the Nektar P4. It costs a lot, but it's reeaal nice!!! check it out.

[@inmawe]

Hey thanks for the tutorial! i have a question, which one would you recommend: Alesis Q49 or Nektar LX49?

[@joaobem1]

First of all, congrats for The devida, but this controlo de is just plug and play, or does need a driver and instalou it for i can use? thank you

[@tommyt266]

I realise this is an old video now but I've literally just bought this and the keys are very stiff so I have a question I play jazz and need it to be really responsive and versatile. I hit the keys a bunch, gently but a lot to try and loosen them up. It worked on the white keys but not the black and it's like playing cement. Reuben after a long time playing it have the keys/springs become looser? If not I'm sending this back tomorrow ha maybe get another M-audio instead

[@tommyshinn4010]

What software are you using to play? We just purchased this install all the software and can’t get it to play. I know the hardware works cause the keyboard works on the piano teaching app. Help!!!

[@jean-elieroy-camille4031]

Me too

[@josekthomas9466]

Can u pls tell me how can I change the transpose in Alesis Q 49

[@innovativatk]

hi Reuben I just bought the Alesis Q49 Keyboard, and Install the software that comes with the product. under windows 7 32 bit, MB Asrrock 775, Procesor Phenon X2 3.2 gh, 2gb Ram. but i wil tray to configurae the sound controller in the program Live Lite 8 but there is no way that i can configure the in and out, to make work the key board, tengo la duda, acerca de necesitar una interface o tarjeta de sonido, y no puedo trabajar con la tarjeta integrada. tks

[@yashchhabra]

what about m audio keystation 49 i m confused between these 2

[@reubenchng]

Go for the keystation, best controller ever

[@kezziekz]

Hi, Reuben! I was hoping I could get some input from you since you've reviewed both the Korg MicroKey 37 VS Samson Carbon 49. These are keyboards I've been looking at as well. Which has better velocity control?

[@aleksandaralobic171]

Hi Reuben thanks for the video. I want to learn to play piano for producing house songs. So which software do you use here? Which midi and synthesizer that is budget you reccomend for that?

[@arangajanan]

hi im going to buy one like this i can afford to buy q49 or V49 which is the best can yo suggest me

[@spincer2526]

How to connect Yamaha E343 to Laptop? I want to transfer the sound to laptop windows 7 version. Any help would highly appreciated. Thanks!

[@mekzema1]

i have this keyboard but i still have problem to use on mac logic pro i dont know if the problem is i dont know how to set up it or my keyboard is just not working i am need of help plz if you can thanks

[@mynamesjeffhardly]

Thanks. I've always used a PC and now I have a mac and I have no idea what to do with it lol. I really do miss mixing sounds and samples. I hope I can get right back into it.

[@MrAngeles89]

What software did you use in that? I really like the metronome. -Natalia

[@anotherytnameyk]

you say that the keys are a bit tight... considering the budget, what keyboard would you recomend?

[@bengiaagu925]

what about the M-audio 49 keystation??? reviews??

[@eliaskuckelte4818]

You can play other sounds than the usual piano on the alesis right,?

[@altcountyemo]

Is there an outboard power supply? I want to gig with it connected to a Kurzweil piano module.

[@reubenchng]

well fortunately for you, there is!

[@deepakrathod7172]

Thanks this review helped alot.. I wanted to ask one question, M a new music producer and use FL studio 10. I dont know how to play a keyboard and want to learn it.. Hence; I ordered Akai Mini Pro MPK25 which has almost all the funcationality which i want. However it's to small only 25 keys. Can you please help me whether should i go for Akai Mini pro MPK25 or any other low budget midi keyboard. Sorry as the query is very big. Thanks in advance. :)

[@alekkp6691]

Great review! What software are you using this controller with on this video? Sounds great indeed! Thanx!

[@mynamesjeffhardly]

I guessed Malaysian accent. I was almost convinced that it was Japanese but never the less, nice arrangement. My question isn't about the keyboard but more along the line of what would you recommend for music production for someone who just started using a mac?

[@mpoerot8013]

do I need 61 keys for Karma Police piano? too lazy to try on my PSR right now

[@OneKennyBoy]

Hi, pardon me, the free DAW software i believed its live 9 lite right? But does it work with live 8 as in PnP automap everything?

[@reubenchng]

Ive havent tested it in this manner to be honest.

[@OneKennyBoy]

@@reubenchng Hi, i have a question, if let's say the keyboard usb b port is damaged and no other service center can repair due to discontinued parts, alternatively, i can buy a MIDI to USB cable and the 9V power adapter to connect to my PC right?

[@reubenchng]

@@OneKennyBoy thats right my man

[@reubenchng]

Yes its great as a keyboard itself. Just that you have to plug it to the computer to utilize sounds.

[@reubenchng]

Hey Rommel, I don't understand what you're trying to say at the end of your message. But anyway, why don't you log on audiomentor (link is in description) so I can help you better? Chances are you'll have to select the midi inputs on your software, that's all

[@jonatan617]

Hi man ! Great review ... But i will like to know how can i connect the v49 to an amplifier with the computer to play live music ?

[@reubenchng]

Jonatan Rodriguez Imagine the speakers in my studio as your live speakers. Sure you can! However you'll need an audio interface to output sound/music from your DAW to the live system

[@RiskyOvenChips]

Very nice review, help me a lot. My question is would you recommend it for a beginner looking into making hip hop instrumentals? And does it work with FL studio? Thanks again!

[@tanayshah91]

Hi Reuben, I'm planning to pick this up for production purposes but couldn't get around one thing. Do you suggest I plug it into to my Macbook Pro usb port or via midi into my Akai eie pro? What difference would either make?

[@reubenchng]

Thanks. It's logic pro I'm using in this video.

[@joshaddison3975]

Hi nice review i Subscribed .. Just got a question, would you recommend this or a Miditech i2-61 USB MIDI keyboard . please reply. Thanks

[@reubenchng]

I haven't tried Miditech. But a tip for you is to go for the keyboard that comes with reliable drivers. Worst thing to happen is to have your computer OS updated and the controller don't work anymore because of its non updated driver

[@JohnRBooth]

I like the song you are recording. Where can I hear the completed piece? Thanks

[@reubenchng]

never published it. It was a draft arrangement that never went anywhere. ;)

[@codelucky]

How is it different from V49 and which is better?

[@gothicAlex666]

Amazing, sounds awesome ! i might buy it

[@reubenchng]

go for it!

[@dezimiddleton5292]

By mine?2yr

[@jaydenpearson8397]

what software do you use, and how did you actually get the keys to make sound.

[@pippettoersuperparaculo1354]

Please can someone tell me HOW to TURN OFF velocity form alesis keyboard or logic pro?

[@AnddotRecords]

Could you help me pleasee!! Which you'll recommend?: alesis q49 or m-audio keystation 49es... I don't know what to choose. Thanks

[@rahulkore243]

alesis q49, qx49 or samson carbon49 which is better?

[@daniellippmann8646]

hey reuben im a totally newbie in this things, so i bought me the alesis Q49 and want to do Any music but i dont know what software is best for like the piano i also have traktor but i dont know what i have to do that i get any sound out from it im using winodws7 can you help me please?

[@hamsterchannel2637]

alesis q61 vs samson carbon61 which one is better? I need very sensitive key pls answer me

[@reubenchng]

I'd go for Samson Carbon 61. Love it better than the Alesis.

[@nassonn]

hey reuben.Would you recommend the alai mpk mini or the alexis q 25?

[@xuanhatuvi]

Hi, I have just bought the Q49 but do not know how to setup in Logic Pro X, please help me, thank you.

[@reubenchng]

Ha Doan You don't have to. Logic Pro will automatically read your midi keyboard

[@coversongsonkeyboards]

Wow so much information in just a few minutes this is cool , i like it

[@emotegisoda]

What piano vst were you using, sounds real nice.

[@reubenchng]

***** just the stock in Logic

[@trubadur_nilsen3492]

Can this be tuned down a half step or more?

[@dezimiddleton5292]

Is there any other way to get sound of the q49 to the amplifier

[@pastirot]

You can also (better) connect it to your focusrite via midi in/out.

[@josevasuniya8162]

Thanks for this piece of information, i was just thinking of buying a midi keyboard

[@lukedstaten]

I have a question; Would you consider the keys to be "weighted", sort of like a grand piano?

[@reubenchng]

no they are not weighted like a grand piano. They are very much lighter than that

[@lukedstaten]

Reuben Chng thanks

[@davidm.5190]

Hey! I was wondering if the alesis q49 can be turned into a split keyboard, so I can play with my left hand one sound and with my right hand other sound, i haven't found nothing that says it can, neither i have found something it says i can't! hahaha Do you know something about it ? :) Thanks for the video!

[@reubenchng]

+David Moran There is no onboard settings to do this however this should be achievable within your DAW or software. You could do this with a Kontakt player VST

[@davidm.5190]

Reuben Chng Yeah, I could tell that it depended on the software but i couldn't find anything on the internet without paying like.. 300+$ for it haha. I'll test Kontakt Player later :) Thank you !

[@waratenko]

Good review Reuben! One question, would you go for this or the Korg Microkey 37?

[@arturob701]

Have you had any issues with the sustain pedal? I have tried every tip to fix it but it's still reversed. Also key 28 (E) when pressed with at least three more keys sound as a chord instead of as a single note, will return .

[@reubenchng]

thats usually the sustain pedal itself. Check for a polarity switch on your sustain pedal. If not, open up the little guy and get its polarity switched.

[@ShivaAshutosh]

you made a nice track.. where can i get it?

[@asues420]

So are the keys weighted at all?