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product_id: 3735954
title: "Carbon 49 USB MIDI Controller"
brand: "samson"
price: "€ 272.36"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 11
category: "Samson"
url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/3735954-carbon-49-usb-midi-controller
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region: Portugal
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# 49 velocity-sensitive semi-weighted keys Shift key adjusts 14 control parameters USB + traditional 5-pin MIDI Out Carbon 49 USB MIDI Controller

**Brand:** samson
**Price:** € 272.36
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Pure MIDI power, zero distractions—play like a pro, anywhere.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Carbon 49 USB MIDI Controller by samson
- **How much does it cost?** € 272.36 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- samson enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted samson brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Plug & Play Power:** USB-powered and lightweight for effortless portability and multi-unit stacking—build your dream multi-manual rig.
- • **Versatile Control:** Shift key unlocks up to 14 adjustable parameters for deep, hands-on MIDI manipulation without menus.
- • **Real-Time Feedback:** 3-digit LED display keeps your MIDI channel and settings visible—no computer needed for quick tweaks.
- • **Classic Compatibility:** Includes traditional 5-pin MIDI Out and sustain pedal input—perfect for hardware synths and organ emulators.
- • **Streamlined Pro Setup:** Minimalist design with no clutter—focus purely on your performance and vintage synth rigs.

## Overview

The Samson Carbon 49 USB MIDI Controller is a compact, lightweight 49-key semi-weighted keyboard designed for professional musicians who demand straightforward, reliable MIDI control. Featuring USB and traditional 5-pin MIDI outputs, a shift key for adjusting up to 14 parameters, and a clear LED display, it excels in live hardware synth setups and vintage organ emulation. Its minimalist design eliminates unnecessary controls, making it ideal for stacking multiple units and seamless integration into complex rigs.

## Description

desertcart.com: Samson Carbon 49 USB MIDI Controller : Musical Instruments

Review: a REAL MIDI controler keyboard - Finally, a simple. inexpensive, narrow profile, midi keyboard that has REAL 5 pin midi out port also has usb. But without that other junk like drum pads,knobs,dials, menus, sliders, lights,etc. That stuff takes up top space and adds cost. Also that stuff all depends on talking to a DAW. This works as a standalone midi kbd. You set the midi channel and start playing. It has velocity but no after touch. It will work with a DAW if you want it to, but there are a plethora of better units around for that use. This is ideal for playing hardware synth units live. Especially vintage synth gear. It feels like a normal organ/synth kbd that is not weighted. Its not a piano. Ignore those brainless Reviewers who disst this product because they wanted piano feel. Its not ment for that. It has the basic midi settings on top easy to see and change on a red led WITHOUT menu diving or connecting to computer. It's lite weight and usb powered. Easy to run a bunch of them from a multi usb charger. The Keys have a slightly stiff not mushy feel like an organ has. The small frame profile makes it easy to stack them up like 3 or 4 or 5. Thats where the low price makes this affordable to do. Set each unit to its own midi Chan and for me it's going to be a 4 manual organ. ---See my picts. For you hauptwerk organ people this is what you want to make a midi console without the big $$$ cost or bulk of an organ consol. CONs: it does NOT stay at the midi chan (1-16) you set after power down. It defaults back to chan1. So You have to reset the midi chan at every use. You also must press ENTER key after every new setting. Thats all a peta, but it's easy to do. Just remember to do it on sound check !!
Review: Decent product that met my expectations at reasonable price - I have owned several keyboards with built-in sound hardware but have been meaning to try a simple no-frills midi keyboard controller for some time as so much software is available for sound production through midi. I especially like pipe organ software emulators. This product was basically plug and play with Linux and Windows wasn't much more difficult. Really surprised how easy it was. The keys are synth action and a little bit clackety and one has a slightly rough surface, maybe a scratch but really nothing to complain about. Didn't explore all the midi bells and whistles, except for changing channels and transposing. There is a groove that accommodates an iPad. This can actually be used for sheet music if you put in a rigid flat surface ( I used a plastic clipboard ). Very light, small and portable. If you dabble in playing simple organ music for 1 manual 61 keys will cover you. 49 even. Works great with software synths too.

## Features

- 49-key velocity-sensitive, semi-weighted keyboard
- Assignable data encoder and volume slider
- Shift key for adjusting up to 14 control parameters
- 3-digit, 7-segment LED display provides real-time feedback
- Includes traditional MIDI Out, sustain pedal input and USB connections

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0077AMUFY |
| Additional Features | Portable |
| Best Sellers Rank | #68,812 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #259 in Computer Recording MIDI Controllers |
| Brand Name | SAMSON |
| Color | 49-Key Carbon |
| Compatible Devices | Tablet |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Connector Type | USB |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Control Type | Keyboard Controller |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (491) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00809164013679 |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Hardware Platform | PC/Mac/iOS |
| Human Interface Input | Keyboard |
| Included Components | not included |
| Instrument | Keyboard |
| Instrument Key | Any |
| Item Weight | 8.1 Pounds |
| Keyboard Description | Ergonomic |
| Manufacturer | Samson |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Model Name | Carbon 49 |
| Model Number | Carbon 49 |
| Model Year | 2012 |
| Number of Keys | 49 |
| Platform | iOS |
| Product Style | Boom microphone stand with a telescoping boom arm |
| Supported Software | Ableton Live |
| Total USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Total USB Ports | 1 |
| UPC | 133587613919 809164013679 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 1 year parts and labor. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** SAMSON
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Model Name:** Carbon 49
- **Number of Keys:** 49
- **Special Feature:** Portable

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Model** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ a REAL MIDI controler keyboard
*by H***Y on June 29, 2023*

Finally, a simple. inexpensive, narrow profile, midi keyboard that has REAL 5 pin midi out port also has usb. But without that other junk like drum pads,knobs,dials, menus, sliders, lights,etc. That stuff takes up top space and adds cost. Also that stuff all depends on talking to a DAW. This works as a standalone midi kbd. You set the midi channel and start playing. It has velocity but no after touch. It will work with a DAW if you want it to, but there are a plethora of better units around for that use. This is ideal for playing hardware synth units live. Especially vintage synth gear. It feels like a normal organ/synth kbd that is not weighted. Its not a piano. Ignore those brainless Reviewers who disst this product because they wanted piano feel. Its not ment for that. It has the basic midi settings on top easy to see and change on a red led WITHOUT menu diving or connecting to computer. It's lite weight and usb powered. Easy to run a bunch of them from a multi usb charger. The Keys have a slightly stiff not mushy feel like an organ has. The small frame profile makes it easy to stack them up like 3 or 4 or 5. Thats where the low price makes this affordable to do. Set each unit to its own midi Chan and for me it's going to be a 4 manual organ. ---See my picts. For you hauptwerk organ people this is what you want to make a midi console without the big $$$ cost or bulk of an organ consol. CONs: it does NOT stay at the midi chan (1-16) you set after power down. It defaults back to chan1. So You have to reset the midi chan at every use. You also must press ENTER key after every new setting. Thats all a peta, but it's easy to do. Just remember to do it on sound check !!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Decent product that met my expectations at reasonable price
*by M***G on September 8, 2018*

I have owned several keyboards with built-in sound hardware but have been meaning to try a simple no-frills midi keyboard controller for some time as so much software is available for sound production through midi. I especially like pipe organ software emulators. This product was basically plug and play with Linux and Windows wasn't much more difficult. Really surprised how easy it was. The keys are synth action and a little bit clackety and one has a slightly rough surface, maybe a scratch but really nothing to complain about. Didn't explore all the midi bells and whistles, except for changing channels and transposing. There is a groove that accommodates an iPad. This can actually be used for sheet music if you put in a rigid flat surface ( I used a plastic clipboard ). Very light, small and portable. If you dabble in playing simple organ music for 1 manual 61 keys will cover you. 49 even. Works great with software synths too.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great value
*by T***R on January 19, 2023*

I really didn't expect a lot out of this $83 purchase but I was pleasantly surprised. The build quality is decent. And though the keys are a little bit on the noisey side they are not an issue and they feel substantial and are very playable especially for synth and organ stuff. Though the unit itself is plastic it feels like it's made well. The software was a little hard to get going and took some time to load with my slow PC, but it's got a lot of great sounds. Has a midi port out. For less than $90 it's tough to beat.

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*Last updated: 2026-06-02*