5 Awesome tricks with the Alesis Vortex Wireless 2

[@mustafabarodawala9268]

thanks for this! i wasn't exactly sure how versatile the vortex 2 was before, but it looks to be pretty damn versatile from this video!

[@OryxDJ]

really good tips ! if you have more please post them. I have the same keytar so this is really usefull !

[@IbandUK]

sven van bavel Hi, thanks 😀👍 I have a few posted on my channel but I have a new synth coming very soon that is just for using with my Vortex wireless 2, so expect some more awesome tips real soon 😉👍

[@musicadigama]

I just got mine yesterday and your videos are so eye opening! 🎶

[@IbandUK]

Thanks, more videos will be coming.

[@roy4286]

Thanks for this video l just ordered one yesterday . l'm glad slider and other functions can be used in many other ways . You have saved us allot of time and frustration . I would like to know if there is a way to turn the lights off , l know everyone not everyone likes them and they can possibly drain the battery faster . I'm looking forward to your other videos .Keep up the good work

[@IbandUK]

Hi Roy, thanks for your comments, you make a good point about the lights... the answer is Yes and No... you can switch off the lights on the pads in the Editor by changing the pad color to off, or if using the pad as a toggle to only light up when toggled on, but I don't see any way to switch the lights off on the faders, pitch wheel or buttons. Maybe Alesis will add an option to any future software updates??

[@roy4286]

@@IbandUK Thanks for the info my vortex arrives tomorrow from Indiana looking forward to it.

[@OfficialRainsynth]

Idk how, I instantly recognised the sounds from Juno-Di. Also got this keytar yesterday, it's a huge pack of fun.

[@IbandUK]

Jerry Heartlead 😀👍

[@sebapaun7896]

Hi can you please help me .! 😢 why dose it flash and moves to upper when I press lower . Thanks

[@thepianojuggler]

Thanks for these cool ideas! I'm curious about the latency when using it wirelessly. Thanks!

[@IbandUK]

Colin Hogan Hi, thank you very much for your feedback, I'm glad you like my video. Midi latency is really small, between 1ms and 3ms per 1 metre distance. To give you an idea what that means in real life, it's about the same latency that a guitarist gets down the guitar cable between his guitar and his amp.

[@thepianojuggler]

@@IbandUK oh wow, that's awesome! I'm really tempted to try one out. Thanks for the feedback!

[@harrysimply]

Can you plz explain how to assign recorded loop section can you explain in steps am using Logic Pro

[@mikejezo]

great fun to watch

[@IbandUK]

mikejezo Hi, thank you for your feedback, I'm glad you enjoyed my video.

[@JamesGang.]

The title checks out

[@carlaislandia1634]

Keytar 😍😍😍👏👏👏👏

[@IbandUK]

Carla Islandia Hi, thanks for your feedback, I'm glad you like my video... And Keytars!

[@Kumar-kl4hi]

Make more videos about this alesis Keytar 😊

[@IbandUK]

Kumar ⚪ More coming soon 😀👍

[@Kumar-kl4hi]

@@IbandUK your videos are really Awesome 👌👌👌

[@DipTunes]

I have vortex 1. I connect it to Kross workstation for sounds. How can I map the ribbon to filter control.

[@IbandUK]

Hi, Firstly download the midi implementation chart from Korg if you don't have it already... www.korg.com/us/support/download/manual/0/86/2689/ Inside this zip file is a folder called KROSS_MIDIimp and inside that folder is a file called KROSS_MIDIimp.TXT... open this one in a notepad or word app. It looks complicated so let me simplify it. Look for the line that has the word Modulation1 in it, it's about 20 lines down from the top of the document. Look to the left of the word Modulation1 on the same line and you should see (01), just before vv and (vv). The (01) is the CC number for Modulation1. This line, and the ones just below it, have the CC numbers the Kross uses when it transmits so you need to look for a line with Modulation1 and (01) again further down the document. The next line down is Modulation2 and has (02) instead of (01). Each line under Modulation2 has a number in brackets in the same column as the (01) and (02). These lines have the CC numbers that you can use on a vortex. I assume you are using the Vyzex App. For example, find the line with Sound Controller 5 (for Filter Cutoff control) and you will see the number in brackets is (74)... so set ribbon 1 in Vyzex as follows: MODE as CC, next line as 74, Min as 0, Max as 127, MIDI CHANNEL as 1... now ribbon 1 will control the Filter Cutoff for the sound patch on channel 1. Sound Controller 1 to 10 are CC number 70 to 79. Sorry it's a long explanation...

[@MrDaywalker45]

I programmed it in exactly the same way, but the pads are not colored and nothing changes very much.What's wrong?

[@IbandUK]

Sounds like a preset send error.

[@BusterTheWolf]

Awesome but how to change it in the preset? MIDI channel or CC# doesnt tell me anything and I have my Vortex a couple of months now

[@IbandUK]

@BusterTheWolf Hi, if you go to my website (iband.co.uk), you can download my vortex preset I used for this video and send it to your vortex using the preset editor. The Web page also explains the settings of the preset.

[@spazkong]

I didn't realise it did all those things. Mine is still in its box after almost 2 years!

[@IbandUK]

James Sisson Hi, yes, and a lot more too. I have posted quite a few videos on the amazing things you can do with the Vortex Wireless 2, and now even more with a couple of Widi Masters.

[@spazkong]

@@IbandUK I will check them out and subscribe. Many thanks for the tutorials. Extremely helpful stuff.

[@IbandUK]

James Sisson Cool... got any problems or ideas... give me a yelp!

[@spazkong]

@@IbandUK Alesis should employ you if they haven't already. Well structured stuff.

[@Drunboxingdude]

Ho sir nice sir. This instrument price?

[@IbandUK]

you happy Thanks 😀👍 The Alesis Vortex Wireless 2 is about £200 ($200)

[@kordelwilliams5770]

Great

[@IbandUK]

Kordel Williams Thanks 😍👍

[@GlobalEnglishSupernaturals]

Do you need any extra equipment? Does it necessarily need and audio interface or laptop or amp? Thanks in advance !

[@IbandUK]

@holydatingadvice101 Hi, the vortex wireless 2 is a midi controller, which means it does not have any sounds of its own. So it needs to connected to a sound source that is midi compatible, like a midi synth, midi piano, midi sound module or a to a music app on a computer or a smartphone. Computers and smartphones usually have a built in soundcard, so you don't usually need an audio interface but sometimes they generate a better quality sound. Usually an amp is only required if you intend playing with other musicians or to an audience.

[@gustavonavarro4205]

Synth vibes!!! :)

[@IbandUK]

Gustavo Navarro Hi, thank you for your feedback, I'm glad you like my video

[@ludwinhooi6982]

Hi frenth.i will setupp mine but i cant.is no izi for me.can jou help me with the volume anx the 5 steps?

[@IbandUK]

ludwin hooi Hi, here is my video on how to setup the 5 steps on your Vortex kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYXdoWaedq58e9U Also, you can download the vortex preset I used from the link in the video description

[@theonlinepianoproject]

How to save sounds in vortex 2 ...As u just did by pressing two keys and shown us about tilt

[@IbandUK]

Hi, here is a link to my video that shows you how to set up the Vortex Wireless 2 the same way I did in this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYXdoWaedq58e9U And here is a link to a copy of the Preset that you can download and use in the Preset Editor that is a copy of the Preset I used in the video. iband.co.uk/blogs/5AmazingTricksPreset.php Hope this helps

[@prakashmishra2867]

Which vst you have used sir plzx tell me

[@IbandUK]

p.m music ambikapur Hi, I did not use a VST. For my 5-awesome-tricks video I plugged my Vortex Wireless 2 into my Roland Juno Di synth and played the sounds of the Juno Di.

[@prakashmishra2867]

@@IbandUK thanks sir I want to buy this Keytar

[@rogeriodinardi]

please show how to use on the pc web sites to download the sound... Make some tutorials how to use propellerhead sofware or reason, ableton... C´mon

[@IbandUK]

Thanks for your comments, this is the kind of feedback that helps me know what videos to plan next, I will put them on my list

[@mvtpinheiro]

Have you tried using it with an iPad for Synth sounds? It does work, but I'm still figuring out the best apps to use for sounds.

[@IbandUK]

Hi Marcus, I haven't but that's an interesting option. Different musicians want different synth sounds but have you tried any of the Korg apps or the Roland Sound Canvas app?

[@AAnilSahin]

Coud I connect it to my MOXF6 to produce sounds, instead of mac or pc? thank you in advance

[@IbandUK]

Anil Sahin Hi, to connect it to a MOXF6 you need some extra gear as the vortex wireless dongle wont work in the usb port as it is not a midi usb host port (unless Yamaha have made a firmware upgrade I'm not aware of). You could simply use a midi din cable plugged into the vortex midi din out socket and into the MOXF6 midi din in socket. Or for a wireless connection you could use a Kenton midi usb host by plugging the vortex dongle into the kenton's usb port and connecting the kenton midi din out socket to the MOXF6 midi din in socket with a midi din cable... kzbin.info/www/bejne/pmrcpZecjLOVj80 Or, use two CME Widi Master wireless midi kits. One plugged into the vortex midi din out socket and the other plugged into the MOXF6 midi din in and out sockets (needs to be connected to midi din out to be powered)... kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpCZfHuHr994rrs

[@WayneKerrr]

Bought one of these recently and can’t really operate it very well :(

[@IbandUK]

Trevorocalypse1117 Hi, I'm working on a startup pack that will soon be available for download on my website (with an accompanying video on here) that will include a preset for the Vortex Wireless 2 and a pre configured live set for Ableton Live Lite. A free download, install and go pack to get new owners up and running in no time.

[@xXSindella666Xx]

@@IbandUK Hello! I know this comment is old, but do you happen to have the link for the video you're talking about? I plan on getting this instrument soon and I'd love an easy install and get going sort of thing set up for me!

[@scottcarpenter6305]

My understanding is that the Vortex gets its sound from a computer. How is the sound amplified if you were playing with a band? I'm assuming that the amplification has to come from the sound source - the computer and not from the Vortex. If that is so, how do connect a computer to a keyboard amp?

[@IbandUK]

Scott Carpenter Hi, the Vortex wireless 2 is a midi controller, so you connect it to a computer or a synth for the sound source. The vortex comes with a free download of music software (ableton live lite) that you install on your computer. This music software provides the sounds for the vortex. If you computer has a good sound card then the sound from the music software can be sent to your computer's soundcard and you can use a stereo cable to connect your computer's headphones socket to a keyboard amp. Alternatively, you can use an audio interface. The audio interface connects to your computer using a USB cable and is like an external sound card, the audio interface has line level outputs that are suitable for connecting to a keyboard amp (using an audio cable). Personally, I use a Zoom u22 audio interface but any audio interface should do.

[@scottcarpenter6305]

@@IbandUK WOW,,...,that sounds complicated! I didn't know that there is a cable that can fit into both a headphone jack on one end and a 1/4" in the other end to plug into an amp.

[@IbandUK]

Scott Carpenter Roland make a nice stage quality 3 metre stereo 3.5mm to twin mono 1/4 inch jack cable. Yes, it sounds complicated, but I have tutorials on my channel for every step of setting up the Vortex (and more) 😀👍

[@sebapaun7896]

What do I do …? Mine is keep flashing and on screen is P01

[@IbandUK]

@sebapaun7896 P01 is the normal message displayed on the screen (it means preset 1 is currently selected). Flashing LEDs is how the vortex tells you the batteries need replacing when they do not have enough power to operate the vortex. Personally, I connect a powerbank to the USB port (using the USB cable) and switch the Vortex to USB on the power switch.

[@dougiea709]

What settings to have the ribbons like you did? Mostly to make it sustain

[@IbandUK]

Dougie A Hi, I was asked this a lot so I did a video about how I set up the Vortex for this video... kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYXdoWaedq58e9U There is even a link in the video description to my website where you can download the preset I used and send it to your own vortex. Sustain is one of the few standardised midi commands so CC# 64 should sustain the sound on all synths

[@jorge-keys]

Is it possible to assign the pitch bend function to the ribbon?

[@IbandUK]

georgemccartney1 Hi, yes, you can assign pitch bend to the ribbon. I often assign pitch bend to the ribbon.

[@Vexnatos]

Pitch Bend is assigned to ribbon 2 by default

[@romangrich1468]

hallo, I want to ask if you can tell me how to set up Vortes wireless 2 to work with the KORG KRONOS keyboard because certain features don't work for me. Thanks. Roman

[@IbandUK]

ROMAN GRICH Hi, I've helped several people with the Korg Kronos so hopefully I can help you too. I am going to put up some preset example videos for the main synths out there but in the mean time, can you tell me what features you need help setting up? Thanks

[@romangrich1468]

@@IbandUK Hi, I would especially need the solo that I am playing on Kronos with the CX3 - hammond sound and I have assigned a Laslie foot pedal there, how could I do that on Vortex?

[@IbandUK]

ROMAN GRICH Ok, according to the Korg Kronos voice list CX-3 is C054 and according to a handy chart I found, that's MSB 0 and LSB 2, so setting up a pad as Program Change with Program as 54, MSB as 0 and LSB as 2 on the Vortex should do it. The User Bank A is MSB 0 and LSB 8, so if you have created your own sound patch (say with assignments) in User Bank A then Program is the the Voice Number in the Bank, MSB is 0 and LSB is 8. You can link the Vortex to Kronos Controls, like the foot switch with a CC# command (CC# 82 - as stated on page 296 of the Kronos manual) but I don't see a way to send a command from the Vortex to do the actual assignments. Hopefully I have understood your question correctly with this answer.

[@dorkandproudofit]

What program are you using to make all the sounds?

[@IbandUK]

WallCat Hi, in this video I connected the Vortex 2 to my Roland Juno synth, so the sounds are all from my Roland Juno. In most of my other videos I am using the Ableton live lite app and Expand!2 plugin (both are free downloads with the Vortex 2).

[@thephoenixchant]

Can I program the "sustain" button to act as a modulation controller? Or any other one? I need a modulation key.

[@IbandUK]

The sustain button is fixed in presets to just sustain, modulation is CC #1 and should already be set by default in the presets as touch ribbon bank1 and TILT.

[@SB-fm8el]

Is that electric guitar sound included with ableton lite? If not where is it from. Thanks!

[@IbandUK]

Hi, The guitar sound is Gt037 Dist.Fingerz on the Roland Juno Di

[@gianc7230]

which is the best software to use the vortex 2?

[@IbandUK]

asdasd asdasd Hi, thanks for your question. I've done setup videos for quite a few DAWs on my channel and the Vortex worked well with all of them but I would say my prefered DAW to use with the Vortex wireless 2 for live performances is Ableton Live (which assume is what most people use the Vortex wireless 2 for). The Vortex wireless 2 ships with an Ableton Live Lite download license, which is a restricted version of Ableton Live but can be almost as good, with a bit of imagination, for live performances too. The Vortex also ships with download licences for some virtual synths that have a good range of sound options for the Vortex to use. The best virtual synths for the Vortex depend rather more on what sounds you want to play.

[@zeynelbilge]

Hello my zeynel I have alesis vortex keytar I have korgpa4x l want to connect vortex to my keybord korgpa4x Did l need to setup setting to play Im connect with kenton usb midi Is work but same time they make bet noos Did i need make setup setting Sory my english is not good Can you help me Im live london I can bring my keybord you can setup for me if you can please

[@IbandUK]

Hi Zeynel, according to the Korg Pa4x manual, you should be able to plug the Vortex Wireless Dongle straight into the USB Host slot on the back of the Pa4x. If you use the Kenton midi USB host, plug the vortex wireless Dongle into the USB slot and connect only a midi din cable from the Kenton midi din out to the midi din in on the Pa4x. You can play the keys straight away but you will need to set up the faders in the vortex preset editor, and possibly the ribbons, tilt and pads too. If the vortex starts playing odd notes by itself, update the firmware by downloading the latest firmware for the Vortex Wireless 2 from the alesis website..

[@zeynelbilge]

@@IbandUK thank you very much for help tank you

[@vipulpatel-ke9zq]

Is facility of key transpose awailable please riply sir

[@IbandUK]

Hi, There is no specific button for transpose BUT you can set a fixed transpose for the lower zone and/or upper zone when setting up a preset in the Preset Editor (last tab). Else my note change trick, using the touch ribbon, in this video is effectively a transpose (it uses the pitch wheel command instead of a transpose command).

[@vipulpatel-ke9zq]

@@IbandUK can u explain by a small video clip. Please.

[@IbandUK]

Yep, kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmmpoaagrrKSsLc Hope this helps

[@pappumusic294]

Vst plugin ditels

[@ThePragmo]

I still need to understand how the 25 presets get into the Keytar? Why do my settings change when I use the program change...I thought program change only switches through sounds like say the Hybrid?

[@IbandUK]

David Pragmo Check out my video kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmaxnXaNh7V6Z7c The last part of this video shows how to stop a program change when you change preset in the Preset Editor (Program Change Keybed Tab). The Program Change Keybed Tab has a setting called Send On Load that you need to change to No. Hybrid is affected by Program Change but it is not through deliberate design... Check out my video kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6K4q2ukn6mbjbc This explains the main controls of the Preset Editor, including how to put a preset on to the Vortex. In the Preset Editor, click on File and then on Send Preset, now choose a preset number in the box that appears, to choose which preset on the Vortex will receive the new preset, and click send. Make sure the Vortex is connected to the computer using the USB cable only and switched on before you click send.

[@Ms15Rock]

Wich price sir

[@IbandUK]

Hi, The Alesis Vortex Wireless 2 is about £187 here in the UK but is available in many countries on the Amazon website.

[@Doc903]

Just managed to snag one off Amazon for just over $260.

[@IbandUK]

Doc903 Cool 😀👍

[@hanlinhanlin1811]

More show.

[@IbandUK]

@hanlinhanlin1811 OK 😀👍