Samson Graphite 49 49 Key USB MIDI Keyboard Controller

Description

Samson has entered the keyboard controller market with the Samson Graphite 49. This 49-key USB MIDI keyboard controller is loaded with features every studio needs. The Graphite 49 will quickly become the hub of your studio, from controlling virtual instruments to handling transport commands for your DAW. This compact keyboard controller features semi-weighted keyboard action plus aftertouch. You get a large selection of programmable surfaces that make DAW and plug-in control easy. Use the Graphite 49 with a Mac, a PC, or an iPad. It also includes MIDI Out and USB connections, transpose and octave buttons, and handy pitch and mod wheels. When you want a keyboard controller that’s also your control headquarters, you need the Graphite 49!

Instrument-like feel

The Graphite 49’s semi-weighted keys give you a more responsive and expressive instrument-like feel. Velocity-sensitive keys accurately capture the dynamics of your performance. Customizable aftertouch lets you control a variety of effects and parameters in your favorite virtual instruments. Graphite includes Native Instruments’ Komplete Elements 8 software with over 1,000 sounds and 3GB of samples.

Assignable controls

You’ll love the large selection of programmable controls that you can use with your essential studio software. Programmable controls on the Graphite 49 include: nine faders, eight encoders, and 16 buttons. You can map organ drawbars to the faders, assign LFOs to the encoders, and much more. The usual transpose and octave buttons and handy pitch and mod wheels are also built into the Graphite 49.

Hook it up to your iPad

You can hook up Samson’s Graphite 49 to your iPad via USB. Create music with your favorite recording and synth apps that support MIDI. The Graphite 49 controller can be powered directly from your iPad. This is a great solution when you need a studio on the go.

• 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 with aftertouch (two banks) for drum sounds and samples
• Large LCD display provides real-time feedback
• Includes MIDI Out, USB and sustain pedal connections
• Compact design, perfect for live performance and studio applications
• Dedicated Transpose and Octave buttons, Pitch Bend and Modulation wheels
• 4 zones for creating splits and layering sounds
• Adjustable velocity curve for both keys and pads
• iPad and USB bus powered