Roland SP-404MKII
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The SP-404MKII is a modern evolution of a classic, bringing a ton of creative power into a remarkably portable package. It’s perfect for beatmakers, live performers, and anyone wanting to capture and manipulate sounds on the fly—especially those who appreciate a hands-on, immediate workflow. The loop capture and resampling features are seriously inspiring.
Product Description
- Roland SP-404MKII
- Mobile Sampler
- OLED display for waveforms and simplified menu navigation
- Powered by battery (6 x AA)
- by mains adapter or by USB-C
- 17 Velocity-sensitive RGB pads
- 32-Voice polyphonic
- A 160 samples per project (16 pads x 10 banks) and memory available for 16 projects
- 16 bit / 48 kHz - Supports WAV
- AIFF and MP3 import
- Loop capture function based on the SP-555 enables the recording
- looping and layering of performances including effects in real time
- Resampling with effects and skip back sampling to automatically capture the last 40 seconds of your performance as an audio file
- VariPhrase time stretching and groove functions from the VP-9000 sampler
- Pattern sequencer with realtime loop recording and TR-REC step editing and memory locations for 2560 patterns
- Support for Koala Sampler App enables bi-directional sampling and control of the app through the SP-404MKII
- 16 GB internal memory
- 3 Knobs for real-time control
- 37 Effects: Vinyl simulator
- DJFX looper
- lo-fi
- cassette simulator
- vocoder
- auto pitch
- amp simulator
- reverb
- delay and more
- Pattern sequencer with real-time loop recording and memory for up to 2560 patterns
- SD card slot - SDHC compatible
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 177 x 276 x 70 mm
- Weight: 1.1 kg
- Incl. a Quick Start Guide and an external power supply (PSD-230)
- *Connections: *
- Stereo line output: 2 x 6.3 mm jack
- Stereo headphone output: 6.3 mm and 3.5 mm jack
- Stereo line input: 6.3 mm jack
- Microphone/guitar input: 6.3 mm jack
- MIDI In/Out: 2 x 3.5 mm jack
- USB-C port for USB audio and MIDI
PROS
- • Intuitive workflow builds on SP-555 legacy, instantly accessible.
- • Vibrant OLED display greatly improves visual feedback and navigation.
- • Battery-powered operation provides unparalleled portability and creative freedom.
- • VariPhrase time-stretching delivers impressive sonic manipulation possibilities.
CONS
- • Limited polyphony (32 voices) can restrict complex layering scenarios.
- • Sampling time restrictions demand creative, concise loop construction.
- • The 16 pads, while velocity-sensitive, might feel cramped for some users.
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Key Features
Memory
16 projects, 160 samples per project (16 pads x 10 banks)
Sample Time
Up to 12 seconds per sample, dependent on polyphony and bit depth
Pads
17 velocity-sensitive RGB backlit pads
Effects
Comprehensive suite including filters, delays, reverb, and more; resampling capabilities
Connections
Stereo ¼” inputs/outputs, MIDI In/Out/Thru, USB-C, DC input
Weight
2.5 kg (5.5 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's significantly enhanced, allowing for real-time effects processing during capture, offering far more creative control.
Absolutely, you can import WAV, AIFF, and MP3 files via USB; drag-and-drop functionality makes it relatively straightforward.
Yes, the clarity and contrast are a huge improvement, making waveform visualization and menu navigation much easier, especially in low-light conditions.
