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Description
The Alesis QS7 Keyboard is a versatile synthesizer perfect for musicians who demand flexibility and depth in their sound palette. Designed with both stage and studio applications in mind, the QS7 offers a 61-key semi-weighted keyboard that provides a responsive and dynamic playing experience. Its robust sound engine boasts a wide array of tones across various genres, from rich orchestral strings to punchy synth leads, ensuring musicians have the creative freedom they need right at their fingertips.
The QS7 is equipped with 16MB of onboard sample-based sounds, and it supports an additional 8MB of sounds through an expansion slot, allowing users to further customize their sonic arsenal. The built-in effects processor adds another layer of depth, with a variety of effects like reverb and chorus to enhance your performances. Its MIDI capabilities make it an excellent choice for integration into a larger setup, whether in a live setting or a recording studio.
Designed for ease of use, the QS7 features intuitive controls and a clear, backlit LCD screen that makes navigating its numerous options straightforward. This synthesizer is a reliable choice for both seasoned professionals and budding musicians looking to explore new sonic territories.
Key Features:
- 61-key semi-weighted keyboard for responsive play
- 16MB of onboard sample-based sounds with an 8MB expansion slot
- Built-in effects processor with reverb and chorus
- MIDI capabilities for seamless integration into larger setups
- Intuitive controls with a clear, backlit LCD screen
Videos
Daniele Vento (VENTO Disinfestazione)
Alesis QS7 demonstration (My favorite ROM's programs - NO POST EDITING)
Reviews
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Alesis QS7 Keyboard.
Setup and maintenance
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The QS7's pitch bend wheel can be repaired with everyday items like a large safety pin, suggesting DIY fixes are possible despite daunting internal electronics.
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For Ableton integration, ensure the 4i4 is both MIDI and audio-enabled, with MIDI cables properly connecting QS7's out to 4i4's in, and QS7's audio out to 4i4's audio in.
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Features and functionality
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The QS7 has 16 overlappable zones and can send on all 16 MIDI channels, making it highly functional for driving multiple modules and desktop synths.
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The QS7 can be used both as a MIDI controller for DAW instruments or as an independent sound source, requiring different connection setups for each use case.
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User experience
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The keybed allows for a wide dynamic range; notes sound even with extremely light touches, unlike traditional pianos, which require more force for higher velocities.
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Comparisons
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The QS8.1's Fatar keybed, while not graded, is praised for its feel compared to more expensive modern 88-key controllers like the Kawai VPC1.
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Use cases and applications
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The QS7 offers unique patches, including percussive keyboards, that some users prefer over modern alternatives for specific production needs.
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Value and pricing
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Despite its age, the QS7 is considered a worthwhile purchase at low prices, particularly as a master controller with its robust build and diverse MIDI capabilities.
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Critic Reviews
3.5 out of 5
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Artist usage
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This article that Joe Lally's Alesis QS7 was stolen.
"Writing works like this… I make a basic sketch of the song using Logic and whatever bits of kit I can put my hands on. It might be a few string sounds from the Alesis QS7, some madness from the Kaoss Pad or even a bit of viola…"
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