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Samson Graphite 25 User Manual

Samson Graphite 25
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Samson Graphite 25 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSamson
ModelGraphite 25
CategoryRecording Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Information

Introduction

Graphite 25 Key Features

Included System Components

Lists all items included with the Samson Graphite 25.

System Requirements for Graphite 25

Details the hardware and OS requirements for Windows and Mac.

Front Panel Controls Overview

Rear Panel Connections and Functions

Quick Start Setup

LCD Display Features

Display Layout and Indicators

Explains the LCD screen, data display, parameter tags, and status indicators.

Graphite 25 Operational Modes

Preset Mode Functionality

Explains accessing and using presets for various applications.

Setup Mode Functionality

Details customizing settings and assigning features via buttons and keys.

Zone Mode Functionality

Explains dividing the keyboard into zones for layering or splitting sounds.

Performance Mode Functionality

Covers transmitting note, velocity, and controller information.

Using Remote Control Presets

Detailed Preset Mode

Default GRAPHITE Preset

Describes the default settings for the Master Volume slider and encoders.

Software Remote Control Presets

Explains presets for specific software titles and their control assignments.

Custom User Presets

Details creating custom presets for personalized layouts and settings.

Setup Mode: General Configuration

Setup Mode: Controller Adjustments

Aftertouch Control Settings

Describes how to assign control codes for the keyboard's aftertouch feature.

Keyboard Velocity Curve Selection

Details selecting and applying different velocity curves for the keyboard.

Setup Mode: Pad and Pedal Settings

Trigger Pad Velocity Curve Selection

Explains selecting velocity curves for the trigger pads.

Local Control and Pedal Configuration

Covers switching local control and configuring pedal assignments.

Preset Reset and Mute Control Functions

Describes resetting presets and enabling/disabling mute control functionality.

Zones Mode Explained

Zone Activation and Overlapping

Details dividing the keyboard into zones, their parameters, and overlap effects.

Editing Zone Parameters

Explains how to edit zone parameters like range, program, and transpose.

Zones Mode Parameter Reference

Zone Parameter Table Details

Provides a detailed list of adjustable parameters for each zone.

Performance Mode Operation

Octave and Transpose Controls

Explains how to use Octave and Transpose buttons to shift pitch.

Aftertouch and Velocity Curve Usage

Details aftertouch functionality and velocity curve application.

Modulation and Pitch Bend Wheels

Describes the use of modulation and pitch bend wheels for expression.

Pedal Input Functionality

Explains the default sustain pedal function and its configuration.

Performance Mode Parameter Details

Trigger Pad Configuration

Details trigger pad assignment, banks, and MIDI message transmission.

Keyboard Parameter Editing

Explains editing program, MSB, LSB, port, and channel for the keyboard.

Performance Controls Explained

Encoder and Slider Operation

Describes the function and adjustability of encoders and the master volume slider.

Function Button Modes and Types

Explains setting function buttons as Note/Control and Toggle/Momentary.

BANK and CHANNEL Button Functions

Details using BANK and CHANNEL buttons to manage controller assignments.

Performance Controls: Transport Buttons

Transport Button Default Assignments

Lists default assignments for transport buttons (Rewind, Play, etc.).

Panic Command Functionality

Explains the Panic command for stopping stuck notes and its effect.

MIDI OUT Port and Chain Configuration

MIDI Chain and Virtual Port Configuration

Illustrates the MIDI chain and virtual USB port configuration.

Operational Flow Chart

MIDI CC List Part 1 (0-78)

MIDI CC Numbers 0-78

Lists MIDI CC numbers, descriptions, and types from 0 to 78.

MIDI CC List Part 2 (79-171)

MIDI CC Numbers 79-171

Lists MIDI CC numbers, descriptions, and types from 79 to 171.

MIDI CC List Part 3 (MMC)

MMC and Pitch Bend CC Numbers

Lists MIDI CC numbers for MMC and Pitch Bend functions.

Factory Default Settings: Controls

Default Control Settings

Details default settings for encoders, slider, buttons, aftertouch, and pedal.

Factory Default Settings: Zones

Default Zone Parameters

Lists default program, MSB, LSB, port, range, octave, and transpose for zones.

Other Default Settings

Details default settings for bank, channel, mute, local, and pad A/B.

MIDI Note Number Reference

MIDI Note Number Chart

Provides a chart mapping octaves and notes to MIDI numbers (0-127).

Product Specifications

Keyboard and Display Specifications

Lists specifications for the keyboard, display, and controls.

Connectivity and Power Specifications

Details MIDI, power, accessories, dimensions, and weight.

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