he Q88 MKII from Alesis is an 88-key USB/MIDI keyboard controller featuring semi-weighted, velocity-sensitive keys, packaged in a compact and portable form. Suitable for both stage and studio use, the controller features assignable pitch and modulation wheels along with octave transpose buttons and a data slider.
The unit provides a USB-MIDI jack for easy connection to a Mac or Windows computer, along with iOS devices with the addition of Apple's Camera Connection Kit (available separately). A traditional 5-pin MIDI jack is also present for connecting to external MIDI sound modules, synthesizers, and samplers. Additionally, MIDI commands can be sent from the Q88's keys to change programs, patches, etc.
To allow for performing, recording, and sequencing music right out of the box, the controller ships with a premium software package including the Pro Tools | First Alesis Edition DAW, MPC Beats, the Melodics tutorial software, and more. The keyboard can either be USB bus powered or, for standalone use, powered from an external power supply (available separately).
88 full-size, velocity-sensitive, semi-weighted keys
Octave/Transpose buttons enable access of the full piano range
Pitch bend and modulation wheels for added expression
Transport and directional buttons to control your software
Assignable volume slider for quick control during performing and recording
1/4-inch TS sustain pedal and 1/4-inch TRS expression pedal inputs
5-pin MIDI output enables standalone operation with a power supply (available separately)
USB powered with plug-and-play connectivity for Mac or PC
Works with iOS devices via Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (available separately)
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In the Box
- Alesis Q88 MKII 88-Key USB/MIDI Keyboard Controller
- USB Cable
- Software Package
Alesis Q88 MKII Specs
| Keyboard |
88 Full-Size Keys, Semi-Weighted Action with Velocity |
| MIDI Control Surfaces |
1 x Wheel (Pitch-Bend)
1 x Wheel (Modulation) |
| Performance Functions |
Octave Shift, Transport Controls |
Connectivity
| I/O |
1 x USB Type-B Bus-Power/MIDI Input/Output
1 x 1/4" TS Sustain Input
1 x 1/4" TRS Expression Pedal Input |
| OS Compatibility |
iOS
*As of January, 2021: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility |
| Wireless Transmission |
None |
Power
| Power Options |
AC/DC Power Adapter (Not Included), USB Bus Power |
| AC/DC Power Adapter |
9 VDC at 500 mA, Center-Positive (Not Included) |
Physical
| Display |
None |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) |
54.2 x 8.5 x 2.9" / 137.7 x 21.6 x 7.4 cm |
| Weight |
14.15 lb / 6.42 kg |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight |
17.57 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) |
57.13 x 11.38 x 6.13" |
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