Hands On Portable Sampler

The new Roland SP-404SX replaces the original and highly acclaimed SP404 performance sampler. The SP404SX is, to say the least, an exciting leap forward. In addition to the fun, fast, hands-on features of the original SP404, the new SP-404SX offers enhanced sound quality with pure 16-bit linear sampling, improved DSP effects, smooth FX switching, a more versatile pattern sequencer (with a new shuffle feature), and easier data management with SD-card compatibility. The SP-404SX is a creatively stimulating and powerful tool for DJs, musicians, producers, and live-sound engineers who trigger jingles.

You can sample anywhere, anytime using the Roland SP-404SX’s built-in microphone. And since the SP-404SX can run on AC or battery power (six AA batteries), it’s easy to record wherever and whenever inspiration strikes. Just power-up, point, and record. Line and mic inputs are also available for recording direct or with an external microphone. The SP-404SX’s sampling format is uncompressed wave for high-quality audio capture.

Roland SP-404SX Features:

• Sample anytime, anywhere with the built-in mic and battery power
• 29 DSP effects, including filter, delay, unique voice effects, subsonic, and looper
• 3 control knobs, 12 trigger pads, and Sub Pad for rapid repeat triggering
• Seamless effects switching for smooth, perfect performance
• Pattern sequencer with quantize mode and new shuffle feels
• 1GB SD card included; expand sample storage up to 32GB with SDHC
• Import audio files from computer, assign samples to pads with bundled software (Mac/PC)

Roland SP-404SX Specifications:

• Maximum Polyphony: 12 voices 
• Recordable Data: Samples: 120 (12 samples x 10 banks) (stored on SD card), Patterns: 120 (12 patterns x 10 banks)(stored on SD card) 
• Sampling Time (Total time for all samples): The maximum sampling time (size) for a single sample is approximately 180 minutes in stereo (2 GB). The following shows the approximate total sampling time of the samples that can be stored on one SD card. Card capacity / Stereo(Mono) 1GB / Approx. 90 min. (180 min.), 2GB / Approx. 180 min.(360 min.), 4GB / Approx. 360 min.(720 min.), 8GB / Approx. 720 min.(24 hours), 16GB / Approx. 24 hours(48 hours), 32GB / Approx.48 hours (96 hours), Since the 1 GB SD card included with the SP-404SX contains preload data, the available sampling time will be less than the time above. 
• Data Format: 16-bit linear(.wav/aif) 
• Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz
• Pattern Sequencer: Maximum recordable notes: Approx. 16,000 notes, Resolution: 96 ticks per quarter note, Pattern Length: 1–99 measures, Recording method: Realtime Loop Recording (with shuffle quantize function) 
• Effects: 29 types 
• Pads: 12 + Sub Pad x 1 
• Controllers: Control Knob x 3 
• Display: 7 segments, 3 characters (LED) 
• Onboard Mic: Mono x 1 
• Connectors: LINE INPUT jacks (L, R)(RCA phono type), LINE OUTPUT jacks (L, R)(RCA phono type), Headphones (PHONES) jack (Stereo 1/4 inch phone type), MIC jack (1/4 inch phone type), MIDI IN connector, DC IN jack, SD card slot 
• Power Supply: DC 9 V (Ni-MH AA SIZE Rechargeable Battery x 6, Alkaline AA SIZE Dry Battery x 6 or AC Adaptor) * Batteries sold separately
• Battery life for continuous use: Ni-MH Rechargeable batteries: approximately 5 hours, Alkaline dry batteries: approximately 4 hours
  *These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use. 
• Current Draw: 450 mA
• Accessories: SD card (1GB), SP-404SX UTILITY CD-ROM, AC Adaptor PSB-1U, Owner’s Manual
• Width: 178 mm
• Depth: 257 mm
• Height: 72 mm
• Weight: 1.2kg