Here's a comparison between the Samson Carbon 49 USB MIDI Keyboard Controller and the Alesis Q49 USB/MIDI Keyboard Controller.
Samson Carbon 49 Alesis Q49


Product Name |
Samson Carbon 49 |
Alesis Q49 |
Number Of Keys |
49 | 49 |
Type Of Keys |
Semi-Weighted | Synth-Style |
Pitch Bend | Yes |
Yes |
Mod Wheel | Yes |
Yes |
Encoders / Pots |
1 | No |
Faders | 1 |
1 |
Sustain Pedal Input |
Yes | Yes |
Expression Pedal Input | Yes |
No |
MIDI I/O |
USB | USB |
Power Supply | Bus Powered |
Bus Powered |
Height |
3" | 2.25" |
Width | 31.2" |
32" |
Depth |
8.5" |
7" |
Weight |
6.2 lbs | 2.5 lbs |
iPad Compatibility | Yes |
No |
Included Software |
NI Komplete Elements | Ableton Alesis Edition |
Price | 6434 |
9121 |