Carry-on FC49 - 49-Key Foldable MIDI Controller (Black) with Bluetooth, USB and 3.5mm TRS Output

Carry-on FC49 - 49-Key Foldable MIDI Controller (Black) with Bluetooth, USB and 3.5mm TRS Output

The Carry-on FC49 is a foldable 49-key MIDI-to-USB controller that combines extreme portability with a convincing feel for music production on the go. Weighing just 1.0kg , the Carry-on FC49 folds down to 39cm , ready to slip into a backpack or suitcase. Full-width, velocity-sensitive keys preserve muscle memory and expressiveness, while your workflow is enhanced with an onboard arpeggiator , X/Y touch pad , two assignable knobs , and pre-mapped transport controls for instant DAW integration. Connectivity is comprehensive, with MIDI over USB , MIDI over Bluetooth , and a 3.5mm TRS MIDI output for connecting hardware without an additional interface. The rechargeable battery offers up to 8 hours of use per charge and is replenished via USB-C . There’s also a 3.5mm sustain pedal input and a Mac/Windows editor for customizing mappings, velocity curves, and touchpad functions.

Main features

• 49 full-size keys with velocity sensitivity for natural playability.
• Ultra-compact folding format : 390 × 126 × 48 mm (folded) and 755 × 126 × 21 mm (unfolded); weight 1.0 kg .
• Full connectivity : MIDI via USB , MIDI via Bluetooth and direct 3.5mm TRS MIDI output to external devices.
• Creative Control : X/Y pad , 2 assignable knobs and pre-mapped transport controls .
• Built-in arpeggiator with MIDI sequencing functions.
• USB-C rechargeable Li-ion battery with up to 8 hours of autonomy.
• 3.5mm sustain pedal input and Carry-on Control editor for Mac/Windows .
• Broad compatibility : Works with Mac/Windows and iOS/Android ; easy integration with popular DAWs.
• Color : Black.

Product benefits

• True portability without sacrificing feel : full-width, responsive keys in a size that fits in almost any backpack.
• Connect to everything : use it with your computer, tablet or smartphone via USB / Bluetooth , or control synthesizers and modules via TRS MIDI without an interface.
• Instant workflow : Pre-mapped transports, arpeggiator, and physical/touch controls for quick, direct ideas into the DAW.
• Battery life for the whole day : up to 8 hours per charge and easy recharging via USB-C.
• Total customization : dedicated editor to assign CCs, velocity curves and X/Y pad functions.

Use cases

• Mobile Studio : Control virtual instruments on your laptop or tablet while traveling and during quick sessions.
• Direct and hardware : Trigger sequences and control synthesizers with the 3.5mm TRS MIDI output.
• Learning and practice : Full-size keys and arpeggiator for practicing technique, rhythm, and harmony.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Does it have built-in sounds or speakers? No. It's a MIDI controller ; it sends MIDI data via USB/Bluetooth/TRS to external software or hardware.
• What's included? USB-C charging cable . (Additional accessories, such as a 3.5mm sustain pedal, must be purchased separately.)
• What devices is it compatible with? Mac/Windows and iOS/Android for MIDI; 3.5mm TRS output for devices with a compatible MIDI input.

Description for projects

Carry-on FC49 Foldable MIDI Controller (Black); 49 full-width, velocity-sensitive keys; Connectivity: MIDI over USB, MIDI over Bluetooth, and 3.5 mm TRS MIDI Out; Controls: X/Y pad, 2 assignable knobs, pre-mapped transport; Built-in arpeggiator; 3.5 mm sustain pedal input; USB-C rechargeable Li-ion battery (up to 8 h); Dimensions folded 390 × 126 × 48 mm, unfolded 755 × 126 × 21 mm; Weight 1.0 kg; Carry-on Control editor for Mac/Windows; Compatibility with Mac/Windows/iOS/Android.