The weight of the 4000s is really a non-factor. A lot of the real axes are heavier. I like the idea of being able to connect directly to an amp to play. I started out with the USB model and for me the 4000s is way more advantageous. Later, Ray


Asus Q500A i7 Win 10 64 bit 8GB ram 750 HD 15.5" touch screen, BIAB 2017, Casio PX 5s, Xw P1, Center Point Stereo SS V3 and EWI 4000s.