In addition, there are 24 assignable buttons and 8 assignable knobs, which allow your imaginations to be unleashed. Paired with the 25 full sized, semi weighted keys with aftertouch, the ability to create lots of simultaneous sounds are laid out beautifully. While being fairly compact, the Alesis VI25 USB MIDI Keyboard and Drum Pad Controller is fitted with 16 velocity sensitive trigger pads which are perfect for beat production and sample triggering. While its slightly bigger than some of the other travel size midi controllers, I find the full size semi weighted keys to be such a bonus. My friend that suggested it does not travel and owns the 49 key version of this midi controller and loved it, so for a midi controller under $200 I decided to give this one a whirl and found it to be delightful. While looking for some of the more affordable small midi controllers that I can travel with and beat up a little, I found the Alesis VI25 Midi Keyboard and Drum Pad Controller to be a great option for my life style and songwriting needs while on the road. I recently came across the Alesis VI25 on a recommendation from a friend.
As a touring musician, I am obsessed with compact, travel friendly MIDI controller, synthesizers and keyboards.
