Alesis has been actively testing all applicable hardware and software products with each beta release of macOS 13 Ventura. We understand how important it is for all our users to know exactly what works before they make the jump on any new updates. Please refer to this article for all Alesis hardware and software compatibility with macOS 13 Ventura.
For this reason, we encourage all our dedicated Alesis hardware and software owners to refrain from updating to macOS 13 Ventura until compatibility with the new operating system can be confirmed.
This page will be updated regularly to reflect any updates to product compatibility as testing is completed. We encourage all our users to remain on their current OS until all necessary hardware and software products have been qualified for support.
Contents
- macOS 13 Ventura Hardware Support
- macOS 13 Ventura Software Support
- How do I prevent my system from updating automatically?
macOS 13 Ventura Hardware Support
All compatibility testing for macOS 13 Ventura is performed on Intel and base-level Apple Silicon processors. Hardware support confirms testing passed for USB connection, as well as audio and/or MIDI communication.
Any product not listed below is not considered to be supported with macOS 13 Ventura systems or Apple Silicon Processors.
Drum Modules and Multipads
| Product | Intel Processor | Apple Silicon |
| Advanced Drum Module (Command, Crimson, Crimson II, and Forge kits) | Supported | Supported |
| DM10MKII Pro Drum Module | Supported | Supported |
| DM7X Module | Supported | Supported |
| DM Lite Module (Turbo, Debut, and E-Drum kits) | Supported | Supported |
| SamplePad 4 | Supported | Supported |
| Sample Pad Pro | Supported | Supported |
| Strike Multipad* | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Strike Performance Drum Module* | Supported | Supported |
| Turbo Drum Module | Supported | Supported |
* The product may have passed testing showing support for connection and MIDI communication, but firmware update software or other utilities may not have been tested or are found to be not supported.
MIDI Controllers and Mixers
| Product | Intel Processor | Apple Silicon |
|---|---|---|
| Concert | Supported | Supported |
| Harmony 61 Pro | Supported | Supported |
| Melody 32 | Supported | Supported |
| Multimix 4 USB FX | Supported | Supported |
| Prestige | Supported | Supported |
| Prestige Artist | Supported | Supported |
| Q49MKII | Supported | Supported |
| Q88MKII | Supported | Supported |
| Q Mini | Supported | Supported |
| Recital | Supported | Supported |
| Recital 61 | Supported | Supported |
| Recital Grand | Supported | Supported |
| Recital Pro | Supported | Supported |
| V25MKII | Supported | Supported |
| V49MKII | Supported | Supported |
| V61MKII | Supported | Supported |
| VI25* | Supported | Supported |
| VI49 | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| VI61* | Supported | Supported |
| V-mini* | Supported | Supported |
| Vortex Wireless 2* | Supported | Supported |
| VX49** | Supported | Supported |
*Firmware Updater software, Editors, and other utility software are not currently supported.
** Connection with VIP not confirmed
macOS 13 Ventura Software Support
Software Editors
Alesis recommends installing any available software preset editors for your products in order to edit functionality that may be available directly on the product itself. Please refer to the table below for the latest versions of each software preset editor supported for use on macOS 13 Ventura.
If you do not see your product's software editor listed below, it is not considered supported with macOS 13 Ventura and Apple Silicon Processors.
| Product | Intel Processor | Apple Silicon |
|---|---|---|
| Alesis Sample Converter Utility | v1.1.5 | v1.1.5 |
| Strike Editor Software | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| VI Editor | v1.0.5 | v1.0.5 |
| VMKII Editor* | v1.0.2 | v1.0.2 |
| V-mini Preset Editor | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Vortex Wireless 2 Preset Editor | Not Supported | Not Supported |
* Available in the Alesis MIDI Software Installer found in user accounts after product registration
Firmware Updaters
The following firmware update software is confirmed compatible with macOS 13 Ventura. Firmware updates are only necessary for single-use updates to your product. Please refer to any release notes and update instructions included in the download prior to installing the software and updating your device firmware.
If you do not see your product's firmware updater listed below, the updater software is not considered supported with macOS 13 Ventura and M1 Processors.
| Product | Intel Processor | Apple Silicon |
|---|---|---|
| Strike Firmware and Content Update v1.5 | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| VI Firmware Updater | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Vortex Wireless 2 Firmware Updater v1.1.5 | Not Supported | Not Supported |
Software Partners
Many of our products are dependent on software for all functionality and control while the device is connected to a computer. Our products may be considered "supported" for an operating system, but will not be functional until software support is also available. It is crucial that you confirm software compatibility before choosing to update your system.
Please check with the developers for your preferred software titles for the latest in macOS 13 Ventura compatibility before choosing to update. We've listed a few key titles below for your convenience. Browser-based tutorial software such as Melodics, Skoove, and TakeLessons are not affected.
How do I prevent my system from updating automatically?
Please be sure to check that your operating system is not enabled to update itself automatically. While this can be a useful feature for some, anyone that relies on the stability of their software and hardware tools should prefer control over which base operating system is installed on their system. Automatic updates will not account for software compatibility before updating which could lead to problems with stability and other functionality if your gear is not ready for the changes in the operating system.
To avoid any delays or downtime, it's best to be deliberate with the decision to update and use the opportunity to check that all your software and hardware tools will be compatible before making the jump. To turn off automatic updates for macOS, please do the following:
- Navigate to System Preferences > Software Update
- Uncheck the box next to Automatically keep my Mac up to date.
