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Alesis QS62 61 Key Synthesizer Keyboard

Alesis introduced the QS8 in 1996, and shattered the price barrier for professional 88 note keyboards. Normal working musicians ֠and those just aspiring to work more ֠could suddenly afford a no compromise instrument for a very compromising price, and this tradition continues with the QS6.2 and QS8.2. Feature:
The lack of an on board sequencer will prevent it from getting a 10, but if your buying this synth, u know you arent getting a workstation. The expansion capability alone makes it worth at least an 8. 61 keys may not be enough, i wish they released a 76 key version of this synth.

Quality:
I havent gigged with it yet, but i plan to without a backup, i'm not worried about it, it seems sturdy.

Value:
For its money, i think its well worth it. You get what you pay for with synths, but i think you get alot more for your money with this one.

Desirability:
The only main drawback in my opinion is the appearance of it, its a little toyish looking to me, i guess the way the buttons are layed out. I also would have rather had it in black like the old QS models, but those are minor details.

Sound:
Outstanding sound quality for its price, i've played other synths in its price range, such as the Yamaha S03 and i think its the best sounding one.

Support:
I havent had to deal with them yet, so i'll give an honest 7 for now.

Overall:
I hope to have this keyboard for a long time, even as a second if i move on to something bigger. I play progressive rock (ala dream theater and symphony X) and it seems very capable of that. The 61 keys are the only significant weakness, 76 would have been perfect.