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Mini computer editor from the Samson website (www.samsontech.com). In these pages, you’ll find a detailed description of the features of the Graphite MD13 pad controller, as well as a guided tour of its control panel, and inst ructions for setup and use.
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Features The Samson Graphite MD13 utilizes state-of-the-art technology and is engineered to the finest detail. Here are some of its main features: • 13 velocity-sensitive trigger pads with aftertouch, arranged chromatically • Six assignable knobs • Master encoder • Crossfader •...
Graphite MD13 · USB Pad Controller System Components • Samson Graphite MD13 USB Controller • One (1) USB Cable • Graphite MD13 Owner’s Manual Minimum System Requirements Windows (PC) • Windows XP/Vista/Win 7/Win 8 • 800MHz or higher, 256MB RAM or larger, USB port Mac OS •...
The unit will receive power and transmit MIDI data via the USB connection. If the Graphite MD13 is connected to a non-powered USB hub, it may not receive enough power to turn on. It is recommended that you connect the Graphite MD13 directly to your computer or to a powered USB hub.
Graphite MD13 · USB Pad Controller Front Panel Controls and Functions Trigger Pads - The 13 backlit velocity-sensitive trigger pads with aftertouch can send MIDI note, velocity, and aftertouch messages or when the CC button is pressed send control change information. The setting of the Trigger Pads note and control change information can be set using the computer editor, as either toggle or momentary style buttons.
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Front Panel Controls and Functions SHIFT Button - Pressing this button enables the PLAY/RECORD button to send the secondary function. When pressed the SHIFT button will light red to display it is engaged. PROG Button - Press this button to send program change information via the first ten trigger pads (P1-P10).
Graphite MD13 · USB Pad Controller Editing Parameters The Graphite MD13 settings for the five presets can be customized using the Graphite Mini computer editor, which can be found on the Samson website www.samsontech.com. Using the computer editor allows you to modify, upload, and save presets. The following information outlines the available parameters for each control that can be adjusted.
Specifications Trigger Pads 13 velocity-sensitive with aftertouch Knobs Encoder Crossfader Transport Controls Stop, Play/Record Operation Controls SHIFT, PRESET, PRG, CC, OCT+/– Presets MIDI MIDI over USB Power USB Bus Power Accessories USB Cable Dimensions 14” x 3.22” x 1.25” 357 mm x 82 mm x 31.9 mm Weight 0.88 lbs 0.4 kgs...
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