Carbon 61 · USB/MIDI Keyboard Controller
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Samson Carbon 61, 61-key USB keyboard controller! The
Carbon 61 can easily integrate with your Windows or Mac digital production workstation.
The keyboard can also be powered directly by an Apple iPad (using the Apple iPad Camera
Connection Kit, not included), and can be used to control many iOS MIDI apps, like
GarageBand. The Carbon 61 features a 61-key velocity-sensitive semi-weighted keyboard, an
assignable fader, a data knob, pitch bend and modulation wheels, and a 3-digit LED display.
The Carbon 61 is the perfect addition to your DAW or controlling virtual instrument software.
To get you started making music immediately, we have included Native Instruments
Komplete Elements, which contains over 1000 sounds and effects.
In these pages, you'll find a detailed description of the features of the Carbon 61 keyboard
controller, as well as a guided tour of its control panel, and inst ructions for setup and use.
You'll also find a warranty card enclosed. Please don't forget to fill it out and mail it in so that
you can receive online technical support, and so that we can send you updated information
about these and other Samson products in the future.
We recommend you record your serial number in the space provided below, for future
reference.
Serial number: ____________________________________________
Date of purchase: __________________________________________
With proper care and maintenance, your Carbon 61 will operate trouble-free for many years.
Should your keyboard ever require servicing, a Return Authorization (RA) number must be
obtained before shipping your unit to Samson. Without this number, the unit will not be
accepted. Please call Samson at 1-800-3SAMSON (1-800-372-6766) for an RA number prior
to shipping your unit. Please retain the original packing materials and, if possible, return
the unit in its original carton. If your Carbon 61 was purchased outside of the United States,
contact your local distributor for warranty details and service information. Also, be sure to
check out our website (www.samsontech.com) for information about our full product line.
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