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Samson Graphite 49 Key USB MIDI DJ Keyboard Controller w/Aftertouch/Fader/Pads

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Features

  • 49-key semi-weighted keyboard with aftertouch
  • 9 programmable faders, 8 encoders and 16 buttons for hands-on control over your DAW and virtual instruments
  • 4 velocity-sensitive trigger pads (2 banks) for drum sounds and samples
  • Large LCD display provides real-time feedback
  • Includes traditional MIDI Out and USB connections

Description

The Samson Graphite 49 USB MIDI Controller gives you all the performance and production control you need to get the most out of your music software. Combining an intuitive 49-key semi-weighted keyboard with a feature set that is both useful and accessible, the Graphite 49 is a sleek, powerful tool that allows you to express your most dynamic musical ideas. Semi-weighted keyboard provides a true responsive and expressive platform. View larger Graphite 49's controller function features 9 faders, 8 encoders and 16 buttons. View larger Features 4 large velocity-sensitive trigger pads with aftertouch. View larger Compact and thin body design, perfect for live performance and studio applications Feels More Like an InstrumentThe Graphite 49's semi-weighted keyboard provides musicians with a responsive and expressive platform that is designed to feel more like an instrument than a controller. It comes equipped with velocity-sensitive keys that accurately capture the dynamics of a performance. Aftertouch offers customizable control over a variety of effects and parameters, for example the addition of growl to a saxophone or vibrato to strings. With 49 keys, the Graphite 49's pitch range is perfect for performing, while remaining highly portable.Expand with EaseThe Graphite 49 is easy to use. With dedicated Transpose and Octave buttons, you can change the key of any given instrument, as well as expand the keyboard to a full 4-octave range, without using any sub menus or shift keys. With all of these comprehensive features, not to mention classic Pitch Bend and Modulation wheels, the Graphite 49 puts a wide range of musical expression and tone manipulation at your fingertips. Make music on-the-go by using your iPad Camera Connection Kit. (Not included) View larger Komplete Elements offers a comprehensive selection of studio-quality sounds. View largerCustom ControllerTake full control of your DAW and virtual instruments with the Graphite 49's controller functions. It features 9 faders, 8 encoders and 16 buttons, all customizable for the ultimate in hands-on control. Not only are they customizable, they can be programmed on-the-fly without the need for editor software. The Graphite 49's large LCD screen displays the behavior of every function in real-time, enabling intuitive mapping with any software you're using.Room to CreateAnother way players can make the Graphite 49 truly their own is to utilize up to 4 zones on the keyboard for creating splits and layering sounds. This function allows different sounds to be assigned to different sections of keys for a completely personalized setup. With the keyboard divided into sections, the Graphite 49 lets you control 2, 3 or 4 unique voices simultaneously. Record your bass, string, pad and lead tones all to a single track and leave room for your creative ideas to run wild.Trigger HappyThe Graphite 49 features 4 large velocity-sensitive trigger pads with aftertouch that can be easily programmed and assigned. Use them to tap out drum beats, cue one-shot samples or start and stop sequences. Expand your options further with a second bank of triggers, bringing the total to 8. With such versatility, the trigger pads are a vital performance and recording feature of the Graphite 49.Elements of DesignWith a compact body design that is thinner than most controllers in its class, the Graphite 49 is perfect for live performance and studio applications. It's constructed for optimal playability whether it's placed on a solid surface or mounted to a keyboard stand. And its sleek, angled top panel offers easy viewing in any environment.On-the-go with the iPadWhen combined with the iPad using Apple's iPad Camera Connection Kit or Lightning to USB Camera Adapter, the Graphite 49 is a great tool for making music on-the-go. Use it with your favorite music and synth iPad apps that support MIDI controllers. For additional mobility, the Graphite 49 can be powered directly by the iPad when you are away from your desktop computer.Graphite Comes KompleteBundled with the Graphite 49, Native Instrument's Komplete Elements 8 software offers a comprehensive selection of studio-quality sounds, effects and tools for modern music production, composition and sound design. With over 3GB of samples, Komplete provides you with more than 1,000 premium sounds and 3 mighty player engines – all carefully compiled to provide a strong toolkit for both stage and studio. It's a ready-to-roll professional software package for all production styles.With the great feel and total control that keyboard players and studio professionals everywhere crave, the Samson Graphite 49 USB MIDI Controller brings out the best in performance and production capability.About SamsonSamson Technologies began in 1980 as a pioneer in wireless microphone technology. Today, Samson is an industry leader in professional audio solutions whose products are known for their fidelity and reliability. Samson products are preferred by recording artists, performers, educators and audio professionals throughout the world.In the early '90s, Samson began to expand the reach of their audio products through the development of power amplifiers, mixers, wired microphones and signal processors. In 2005, the first professional USB microphones to be used by musicians, broadcasters and podcast enthusiasts were introduced, making Samson USB microphones the new industry standard. Over three decades, Samson has grown from a small two-person operation to a worldwide enterprise, dedicated to innovating new products that will enhance the lives of music and broadcast professionals everywhere.

Brand: SAMSON


Number of Keys: 49


Connectivity Technology: USB


Model Name: Samson Technologies Graphite 49-Key MIDI Controller Keyboard


Size: MIDI Only


Item Weight: 8.8 pounds


Product Dimensions: 12.5 x 33.5 x 5 inches


Item model number: Graphite 49


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: February 9, 2012


Color Name: 49-Key Graphite


Compatible Devices: Tablet, Smartphone, Laptop, PC


Connector Type: USB


Hardware Interface: USB


Supported Software: Native Instrument's Komplete Elements


Musical Style: Electronic


Instrument Key: Any


Number of Keyboard Keys: 49


Mixer Channel Quantity: 1


Size: MIDI Only


Hardware Platform: USB-compatible computer systems, including iOS and Macintosh


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Really impressive for the price
I was unsure hw this would turn out, I had heard some bad things about Samson, but newer reviews for this were all good and it tocked pretty much all the boxes for a sub-$200 keyboard: Semi weighted full size keys, USB b/a connection and alternate AC power and MIDI out if you’re using a hardware synth, etc. (Though short of pro studios I’m not sure who would), plus assignable knobs, faders, drum pads and an LCD w/ programmable functions, memory, etc. Literally just working with this list at this price is pretty good, IMO. But it’s not just good enough all around. - I love the keys. Great feel, not too heavy, not too much resistance, but like the whole board they feel solid and enjoyable to play. By far the best aspect, and having 49 means you have decent coverage. You can also assign zones, best probably for live performances, so that you can have 4 VSTs corresponding to the 4 sections on the board (Or 2, or even 3 I think) - Faders and knobs feel pretty solid, mapping them isn’t too difficult - LCD is useful to note things like channel etc., adjust your VST via knobs and see the changes there without loading the gui, stuff like that - I like the pitch and mod wheels, solid and satisfying - Plenty of other programmable buttons - 3 GB of sounds and VSTs.. haven’t tried them and I assume they aren’t amazing but free is free. I also haven’t really used the faders, and if you don’t touch them they don’t change your project settings at all, so no worry that they’re not mechanized. I kinda don’t see people using them much except for, again, live performances where fading in/out different tracks in loop mode for example could be useful (or I suppose just a live recording to either something like audacity or an external recorder) In terms of what I don’t love: - The drum pads aren’t really as sensitive as I’d like, you really have to smash them which makes any sort of velocity sensing hard. I don’t plan on using them anyway though and they do work, so can’t say they’re awful. You can also turn off velocity sensing for the keys and pads I believe, so that’s useful. - Minor, and standard, but the USB B - A cable is really short, maybe 3-4’? Unless your comp is right there, like a laptop right above, you’ll need an extender or longer cable. - On that, even though USB provides power, since there is a DC in, there should be a power cord.. I don’t want to worty about finding the right voltage, etc.., Granted, most people will never use the MIDI alone, probably me included, but why not include a power cord if you’re gonna have the outlet. Not much else comes to mind, at least so far. I like the after touch and the adjustability, and in general it’s a pretty versatile and capable keyboard. Priced for beginners but pros could get equal use out of it. I’m glad I got this rather than paying more for something like the Akai MPK. I’d be harsher if it were similarly priced or more, but at this price, it’s really quite good. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2018 by aberwah
    • Great on Paper, Lame in Real Life
I really wanted to like the Samson Graphite 49. It seems like the ideal MIDI controller: aftertouch, display screen, sustain and expression pedal jacks, USB, etc. But I should have trusted my intuition telling me that this was too good to be true. Right out of the box I detected the shoddiness: semi-loose strands of plastic between the keys, weird blobs of glue/epoxy under the keys, and smudges of fingerprints in various places. Despite all this, the unit appeared to be brand new, so I couldn't blame these defects on a previous user who returned the item. Once I plugged in the Samson Graphite and tested it, the defects were even more glaring. The velocity sensitivity on the keys is extremely jumpy and unpredictable, essentially turning the velocity into a random function. It may seem impossible, but the velocity sensitivity is _even_ worse on the trigger pads: stiff, weird, frequently unresponsive, and completely random, so forget about finger drumming, and consider instead repetitive strain injuries. Just for good measure I attempted to figure out the screen/menu system, but was instantly and repeatedly confounded. It just isn't intuitive at all, and I've used 5 or 6 other MIDI controllers over the years, so I'm far from a newbie at this. Regardless, I made the newbie mistake of expecting greatness for a petty price. Summary: expect to pay $300 or more for a MIDI controller with this feature set. For $159, they cut a lot of corners, making it unusable. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2019 by Nikolai Stanislav
    • Graphite 49. Love it
I was a little hesitant in purchasing this based on the mixed bag of reviews I've read, but after a lot of research, I took a shot. I'm glad I did. There was no damage, and the build quality was better than expected. This is a heavy midi controller. The semi weighted keys is what I've expected, fine. The program mapping was great for Ableton. In reading the comments, the big complaint posted were the zippy knobs. For me; I like them. I have an Akai APC 40, and for me, the knobs on the graphite 49 is really what I wanted. I like the tighter control as the quick sweep on APC 40 was too much, which forced me to pay closer attention to what I was doing. In a nutshell, I would say that it all depends on what you use it for. The Graphite 49 is packed with stuff and you pay half the cost for something like MPK49. The only complaint I have, which is minor are that most buttons are not backlit. For the money, I can live with that. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2014 by Edward K Phoenix
    • Works well and does what it should
Worked out of the box. Not much more you can expect from an inexpensive small portable keyboard. As other reviewers have pointed out, this little unit has a lot of features for the small package and price. If you're in the market for the size/portability of this and need to more robust controller than just note on/off, pitch wheel, and mod wheel, you should really take a hard look at this keyboard. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 20, 2019 by Amazon Customer
    • Terrible drum pads, iffy software
The drum pads have very questionable reactions to hits: you have to hit them very hard. The keys are fine, but I've found the sensitivity to also be a bit unpredictable.
Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2019 by Michael O'Beirne

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