Product Comparison: Alesis V49 vs Nektar Impact GX49
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General Specifications
Brand
Alesis
Nektar
Model
V49
Impact GX49
Origin
China
China
About the Product
The Alesis V49 is a powerful, intuitive MIDI controller that lets you take command of your music software with a series of pads, knobs, and buttons.
The Impact GX49 is a great entry into the world of Nektar controllers. It offers a no-fuss interface and generic MIDI control that works with any computer music application.
Key Specs
Number of Keys
49
49
Weighted Keys
No
No
Metronome Included
No
No
Alesis V49
Nektar Impact GX49
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Alesis V49 49-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
- I like this keyboard and the full size keys with a very nice weighted action are easy to play.
- The keyboard feels amazing, and is the perfect size.
- The keys are quite nice to play.
- The keys on this keyboard are great.
- Good feel to the keys. Works great with Ableton.
Nektar Impact GX49 USB MIDI Controller Keyboard
- The keys have some nice smooth action and feel precise.
- The key action is very good and has a very accurate positive feel.
- Lightweight keyboard with very responsive keys.
- The keys are wide and has great quality.
- The quality is top notch, keys are big and sturdy.
Size & Weight
Height
4.5 in.
2.75 in.
Width
37.6 in.
31.62 in.
Depth
9.6 in.
7.75 in.
Weight
9.5 lbs.
4.8 lbs.
Alesis V49
Nektar Impact GX49
Alesis V49
Nektar Impact GX49
Alesis V49
Nektar Impact GX49
Alesis V49
Nektar Impact GX49
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Alesis V49 49-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
- Sensitive keys and very good size!
- It’s not heavy. Good weight.
- The size and weight are quite normal for a home.
- One of the drawbacks of this device is its size.
- It's a fairly large keyboard and is 37" wide!
Nektar Impact GX49 USB MIDI Controller Keyboard
- It is a compact and lightweight keyboard with good quality for your price.
- Weighs little. Very compact. Decent construction.
- It is compact and convenient to use.
- Lightweight and compact.
- This thing is lightweight but has a quality feel to the keys and buttons.
Features
Display Type
No
No
Mixing Capabilities
Yes
Yes
Equalizer
Yes
No
Drum Pads
Yes
No
Recording Feature
Yes
Yes
MIDI
Yes
Yes
USB Port(s)
Yes
Yes
Power Source
USB
USB
Extras
Dedicated Octave Up and Octave Down buttons, Sustain pedal jack, 4 assignable buttons, Pitch and modulation wheels, Ableton Live Lite 9, Xpand!2 by AIR Music Tech
Works with iPad via Apple USB Adaptor, Sustain pedal jack, Pitch and modulation wheels, Potentiometer / control knob, Bitwig 8-Track
What customers say about "Features"
Alesis V49 49-Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller
- Works great with GarageBand on Mac.
- Perfect size and true piano feel. Plug and play.
- The build quality is very good.
- Nice and sturdy. Keys have good action, and the pads are a nice addition.
- The keys are sensitive and well designed.
Nektar Impact GX49 USB MIDI Controller Keyboard
- USB plug and play features it's awasome.
- The keyboard is high quality and very good and nice professional feel.
- Very nice experience. Good quality.
- Easy to configure, keys are very soft and smooth.
- The keys were great, the build was solid.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
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