Roland SP-404MKII , Creative Sampler and Effector

Roland SP samplers are the bona fide kings of performance-based beatmaking, celebrated for their distinctive sound and ability to create rapid-fire beats anywhere, anytime. Carefully refined through community feedback and extensive research and development, the SP-404MKII is the ultimate SP sampler. It’s faster and better than ever, with a vivid OLED display, expressive new pads, expanded effects, fluid sequencing and sampling, onboard looping, and a massive library of authentic sounds to inspire your music.

• Vivid OLED display for visual waveform editing, full menu access, and more
• 17 velocity-sensitive, RGB pads with no-click design for smooth playability
• Faster workflow with quick startup and load times, 16 GB internal storage, low-latency pads, and rapid sample editing
• Compact, ultra-lightweight design (2.4lbs / 1.1kg) with versatile power options: USB-C, mobile battery (via USB-C port), six AA batteries, or AC adaptor
• Upgraded I/O includes 1/4-inch line in/out, 1/4-inch mic/guitar input, 1/4-inch and 1/8-inch headphones outputs, and 1/8-inch TRS MIDI in/out
• Customize the look with the detachable metal faceplate, user design template, and support for importing your own startup logo and screensaver images
• Extensive onboard effects, including SP classics like Vinyl Simulator and DJFX Looper plus new Lo-fi, Cassette Simulator, and Resonator
• Dedicated Vocoder, Auto Pitch, Harmony, Guitar Amp Simulator, and Anti-Feedback processing for the mic/guitar input
• 32-voice polyphony, 160 samples per project, and 16 internal projects for expanded programming possibilities
• Blazing onboard sample editing with real-time or auto-chop mode, auto BPM detect, envelope, pitch shift, and resampling for layering sounds and phrases
• Pre-loaded sound library with 144 high-quality, professionally recorded samples and patterns
• New resampling workflow for re-recording with various effects for detailed sound design
• Loop Capture feature inspired by the SP-555 allows you to record, loop, and layer performances with effects in real time
• Audio capture and streaming supported with mobile devices and computers via USB-C*
• Skip Back Sampling to automatically capture up to 40 seconds of audio from your last performance
• VariPhrase encoder for high-quality time-stretching of pitch and speed parameters
• Groove Function inspired by the VP-9000 for adding swing and timing variations to sample phrases and drum loops
• Multipad Export for saving all samples within a pattern as individual WAV files
• Bus FX for layering multiple effects, with customizable routing for creating intricate sound textures
• Adjust quantization before or after recording and tweak shuffle percentage across multiple note resolutions to customize swing
• Pattern sequencer with BPM per bank and the ability to create full songs
• Sequence patterns with real-time loop recording or TR-REC step input
• Chain patterns for automatic playback and use Pad Link to trigger up to four samples with a single press
• Motion recording for capturing dynamic changes to effect parameters, sub step, pitch, and velocity
• Sound Generator for creating and capturing basslines and melodic phrases
• DJ Mode with the ability to mix two audio files or patterns, manipulate eight cue points per sample, adjust fader curves, and much more
• Koala Sampler integration provides bidirectional sampling support and a dedicated control mode to manipulate the app from the SP-404MKII panel
• SP-404MKII standalone editor app for macOS and Windows provides direct sample access, detailed waveform editing, sample management, pad assignment, and import of MIDI files and legacy SP-404SX and SP-404A projects
• SP-404MKII editor app also available as an AU/VST3 plug-in for music production software on macOS
  
  *A supported iOS mobile device with a Lightning connector can be connected to the SP-404MKII via USB-C using the appropriate Apple adaptor cable. The SP-404MKII must be powered with the included PSD AC adaptor or six AA batteries (not included) in this circumstance. See the SP-404MKII Reference Manual for more USB-C connection info.

Specs:

Maximum Polyphony32 voicesRecordable DataSamples = 2,560 (16 samples x 10 banks x 16 projects, stored in internal storage)
Patterns = 2,560 (16 patterns x 10 banks x 16 projects, stored in internal storage)Internal storageSize: 16 GB
*Including preload dataMaximum sampling time16 minutes (approximately 185 MB per sample)Skip Back SamplingMaximum 40 seconds (always records LINE OUT signal independently of sampling/resampling)Internal Data Format16-bit linearImport FormatWAV, AIFF, MP3
*SP-404MKII APP supports WAV, AIFF, MP3, FLAC, M4A.Sampling frequency48kHzPattern SequencerResolution: 480 ticks, quarter note
Pattern length: 1 to 64 bars (variable during recording)
Recording methods: real-time loop recording, TR-REC step sequencingEffectsMulti-effects: 41 types
Input effects: 17 typesPad16 pads + 1 sub pad (Velocity-sensitive pad)ControllerControl knobs x 3DisplayGraphic OLED displayExternal StorageSD card (sold separately) for backup, restore, import, and export functions (SDHC compatible)Connection terminalsPHONES jacks: 1/4-inch phone type, Stereo miniature phone type
LINE OUT (L/MONO, R) jacks: 1/4-inch TRS phone type (impedance balanced)
LINE IN (L/MONO, R) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
MIC/GUITAR IN jacks: 1/4-inch TRS phone type (for MIC), 1/4-inch phone type (for GUITAR)
MIDI (IN, OUT) jack: Stereo miniature phone type
USB terminal: USB Type-C (Audio, MIDI)
DC IN terminalPower SupplyAC adaptor
USB bus power supply (USB Type-C port, 1.5 A ormore)
Ni-MH batteries (AA, HR6)(sold separately) x 6
Alkaline battery (AA, LR6)(sold separately) x 6Current Draw1,100 mA (AC adaptor)
1,500 mA (USB bus power)Expected battery life under continuous useAlkaline battery: Approx. 2.5 hours
Ni-MH battery: Approx. 3.5 hours
*This can vary depending on the specifications of the batteries, capacity of the batteries, and the conditions of use.AccessoriesQuick start
"Read Me First" leaflet
Roland User Registration Card
AC adaptor
Warranty cardOptions (sold separately)TRS/MIDI connecting cable: BMIDI-5-35, BMIDI-1-35, BMIDI-2-35, BCC-1-3535, BCC-2-3535Wireless MIDI Expression Pedal: BOSS EV-1-WLSize & WeightExternal dimensions177.5 (W) x 275.8 (D) x 70.5 (H) mm7 (W) x 10-7/8 (D) x 2-13/16 (H) inchesWeight (excluding AC adaptor)1.1 kg
2 lb. 7 oz.