Alesis Melody 61 MK4 Home Keyboard Information, Specifications and Resources

Author: Andy Merrett / Data Driven

Overview

The Alesis Melody 61 MK4 is a home keyboard released in 2023. It is marketed primarily to home musicians.

The Melody 61 MK4 has 61 semi-weighted full sized keys with touch sensitivity but no aftertouch. It has 128 notes of polyphony. It has 300 on board sounds including pianos and real world sounds, accompaniments and rhythms, and no pedals.

It has the ability to record and play back user performances. It has built-in MIDI capabilities. It has no built-in learning system. It has a built-in amplifier and speakers. It can run from both AC and battery power.

The keyboard is a decent choice for children. It's very much an entry level model, making it cheaper but also with fewer functions or lower quality sounds than more expensive keyboards.

Description

Ideal for Beginners of All Ages

The Alesis Melody 61 is a portable keyboard with built-in speakers that delivers an ideal introductory playing experience for beginner piano students of all ages. With an easy-to-use control panel loaded with features and sounds, the Melody 61 features 61 compact keys — perfect for helping new students develop finger strength and dexterity. Melody 61 includes all the accessories you need to start playing immediately.

Packed with Sounds

Melody 61 boasts 300 inspiring built-in sounds that cover a wide variety of instrument types— acoustic and electric pianos, organs, strings, brass, woodwinds, percussion, guitars, synths, and even sound effects!

Fun Practice Features

Melody 61 features a convenient built-in metronome, a simple Record Mode for revisiting your practice sessions, and an especially fun Accompaniment Rhythm Mode that instantly generates play-along songs from 300 different genres. Practice, then play back your creation for the family, or play along to your favorites with ease.

Take the Show on the Road

Whether you are traveling to lessons or to perform for your family at a party, Melody 61's built-in speakers, optional battery power, and compact size make it easy to transport.

Free Lessons Included

Melody 61 includes 3 months of Skoove Premium, 30-day free trial of Melodics Premium + 100 lessons, tablet/sheet music rest, and a power adaptor.

• 61 compact keys, perfect for developing finger strength, dexterity, and familiarity
• 300 sounds with the ability to layer or split 2 sounds
• 300 accompaniment rhythms and 30 demo songs
• Built-in speaker system and easy-to-use control panel
• Full-back music rest, readily keeping your tablet or sheet music secure at the ideal height and angle
• Record mode for listening back to practice sessions
• Built-in metronome with tap tempo and adjustable time signature
• 1/8” headphone output mutes the speakers for private practice
• 1/8” stereo aux input for connecting a mobile device - play along with your favorite songs
• USB-MIDI for use with educational and recording software
• Includes free piano lessons from Skoove and Melodics
• Optional battery power via 6 AA batteries (not included)

FAQ

What year was the Alesis Melody 61 MK4 launched?

This instrument was launched in 2023

What other models did Alesis release in 2023?

• Harmony 61 MK3

What models did other manufacturers release in 2023?

• Casio AP-550BK
• Casio AP-550BN
• Casio AP-550WE
• Casio AP-710BK
• Casio AP-750BK
• Casio SA-80
• Casio SA-81
• Kawai CA 401
• Kawai CA 49
• Kawai CA 501
• Kawai CA 59
• Kawai CA 701
• Kawai CA 901
• Korg D1
• Korg Krome EX Copper
• Korg Liano Black
• Korg Liano Metallic Blue
• Korg Liano Metallic Gray
• Korg Liano Metallic Red
• Korg Liano Metallic Silver
• Korg Liano Pearl White
• Korg LP-180 Black
• Korg LP-180 White
• Korg LP-380U Black
• Korg LP-380U Rosewood
• Korg LP-380U Rosewood Black
• Korg LP-380U White
• Korg minilogue bass
• Korg modwave mk II
• Korg Nautilus AT 61 key
• Korg Nautilus AT 88 key
• Korg Nautilus AT Gray 61 key
• Korg Nautilus AT Gray 88 key
• Korg opsix SE
• Korg opsix SE Platinum
• Korg wavestate mk ii
• Korg wavestate SE
• Korg wavestate SE Platinum
• Medeli MK110
• Nord Stage 4 73
• Nord Stage 4 88
• Nord Stage 4 Compact
• Roland E-X10
• Roland FP-10
• Roland FP-30X
• Roland FP-60X
• Roland FP-90X
• Roland FP-E50
• Roland GP-3
• Roland GP-6
• Roland GP-9
• Roland GP-9M
• Roland XPS-10
• Roland XPS-30
• Waldorf Quantum MK2
• Yamaha AvantGrand NU1XA
• Yamaha CK61
• Yamaha CK88
• Yamaha Genos2
• Yamaha MONTAGE M6
• Yamaha MONTAGE M7
• Yamaha MONTAGE M8x
• Yamaha NP-15
• Yamaha NP-35
• Yamaha PSR-EW320
• Yamaha PSR-I300
• Yamaha SEK-300
• Yamaha YDP-105

What other home keyboards were released at a similar time?

• Alesis Harmony 32
• Alesis Harmony 54
• Alesis Harmony 61 MKII
• Alesis Harmony 61 Pro
• Alesis Melody 54
• Alesis Melody 61 MKII
• Alesis Talent 61
• Casio CT-S1 Black
• Casio CT-S1 Red
• Casio CT-S1 White
• Casio CT-S1-76 Black
• Casio CT-S1-76 White
• Casio CT-S1FH
• Casio CT-S400
• Casio CT-S410
• Casio SA-50
• Casio SA-51
• Casio SA-80
• Casio SA-81
• Donner DEK-32
• Donner DEK-620
• Donner STARRYKEY-37 PLAY
• Kawai ES100
• Kawai ES110
• Kawai ES8
• Korg EK-50 CSA
• Korg EK-50 U
• Medeli DANTE-ZEN
• Medeli IK100
• Medeli M331
• Medeli M361
• Medeli MK1/BK
• Medeli MK1/GN
• Medeli MK1/PK
• Medeli MK1/WH
• Medeli MK1/YE
• Medeli MK200
• Medeli MK300
• Medeli MK37
• Medeli MK401
• Medeli MK49/BK
• Medeli MK61
• Yamaha EZ-310
• Yamaha NP-15
• Yamaha NP-35
• Yamaha PSR-E283
• Yamaha PSR-E360
• Yamaha PSR-E383
• Yamaha PSR-E473
• Yamaha PSR-EW320
• Yamaha PSR-EW425
• Yamaha PSR-F52
• Yamaha PSR-I300
• Yamaha PSS-F30
• Yamaha SEK-300

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