Alesis Qmini Compact 32-Key USB-Midi Keyboard Controller

The Alesis Qmini is the perfect tool for when inspiration strikes, so you can get those excellent ideas straight from your head and into your DAW!

Alesis Qmini is the ultimate portable songwriting and music-making companion. The midi keyboard controller has all the essential features including – 32 velocity-sensitive keys, useful parameter controls including Transpose, Pitch Bend and Octave, along with plug-and-play connectivity to your Mac, PC or tablet. There's no need to worry about compatibility, as the Qmini will work with any music production app or Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) that accepts a USB MIDI controller. There is also an outstanding software suite that includes all the VST tools you need to make your next hit. Qmini is lightweight and ultra-portable so that you can create music anywhere.

Speed Up Your Workflow

Clicking or typing your performance ideas into the computer can get rather tedious and waste time, the Alesis Q Mini immediately solves this problem and helps speed up your workflow.

Despite its condensed size, the midi controller has all the necessary controls to improve your playing character. You can add feeling and expression with ease using the available Pitch Bend and Modulation buttons. You can also use the sustain button to play out notes for longer, adding emotion and feelings to your music.

For users looking for more hands-on control, there’s also a re-assignable volume control knob that can be midi mapped to any parameter your software allows.

Free Pro-grade Software Bundle

The Alesis Qmini comes with an impressive free software package that features professional composing and recording tools from industry-leading brands. MPC Beats + 7 Beats Expansions software gives you access to the same world-class production tools used by the best artists an sound engineers in the business. It includes TubeSynth, Electric, and Bassline. 

For users just learning to play, or desire to sharpen their keyboard skills, the Qmini also incorporates 60 free lessons from Melodics, which is considered one of the best platforms to learn your piano skills.