Roland SP-404 MK2 Sampler

The original Roland SP-404 is an incredibly popular sampler, used all over the world for creating lo-fi, hip-hop, EDM and much more. But after all these years, Roland thought it was time for a successor: the Roland SP-404 MK2. This product builds on the original design and operation, with new features that make the SP line even more versatile and convenient. Are you an SP-303 or SP-404 user, and looking for an upgrade? Then this new SP-404 MK2 is by far the best choice!

OLED screen and other upgrades

One of the most notable upgrades is the new OLED screen. This makes it much easier to get an overview of the sample, or your effects. The RGB pads are now touch-sensitive, giving you much more creative control over your samples. The internal memory has also been upgraded to a whopping 16gb! This, combined with the new USB-C connection, which also works with your smartphone, makes it very easy to transfer files. Roland has also developed a new app specifically for the SP-404 MK2 that allows you to quickly and easily download sample packs and use them directly in your workflow. Roland also promises future updates to keep the sampler up to date. In short, the SP-404 Mk2 is a sampler that, like the original, you will enjoy for a long time to come!

Simple and recognisable

So lots of extra features have been added. But what about the user-friendliness? The original SP-404 had a workflow that was very popular among samplers. That's why Roland has changed little to nothing about this workflow. So you will very quickly feel at home with the new SP-404 MK2. The old features have also remained. For example, you can use it with batteries, it has the historic effects like the vinyl simulator in it unchanged, and it still has the unique guitar input and guitar effects for ultra-fast recordings. In short: SP-404 users will very quickly feel at home with the new SP-404 MK2!

Conclusion

So the Roland SP-404 MK2 attempts to do exactly what enthusiasts have been asking for: a modernised version of the original, without changing the much-loved workflow!