Boss Dr. Sample SP-303 User Manual

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled:
• USING THE UNIT SAFELY (page 2–3)
• IMPORTANT NOTES (page 10)
These sections provide important information concerning
the proper operation of the unit.
Owner’s Manual
Thank you, and congratulations on your choice of the BOSS
SP-303 Dr. Sample.
Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a
good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit,
Owner’s manual should be read in its entirety. The manual
should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
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Boss Dr. Sample SP-303 Specifications

General

Type	Sampler
Polyphony	8 voices
Sampling Frequency	44.1 kHz
Sequencer	Yes
Display	LCD
Power Supply	DC 9V (AC Adaptor)
Sample Rate	44.1 kHz
Bit Depth	16-bit
Effects	26 types
Dimensions	256 (W) x 244 (D) x 72 (H) mm
Weight	1.1 kg
Storage	Internal Memory
Data Format	16-bit linear
Internal Memory	Approx. 4MB
Sample Memory	4 MB (approx.)

Summary

USING THE UNIT SAFELY

IMPORTANT NOTES

QUICK START

Making Connections

Guides on connecting the SP-303 to other audio equipment.

Turning On and Off the Power

Step-by-step instructions for powering the unit up and down.

Sampling Your Own Sounds

Step-by-step guide to sampling new sounds into the SP-303.

Chapter 3. Sampling

Chapter 6. Using Memory Cards

Saving and Loading Samples/Patterns

Procedures for saving and loading data to/from memory cards.

Chapter 7. Using the SP-303 With Other MIDI Devices

Using as Rhythm Sound Module

How to use SP-303 samples as rhythm parts for MIDI sound modules.

Chapter 8. Examples of Using the SP-303

Creating a Rhythm Pattern

A step-by-step example of building a rhythm pattern using the sequencer.

Adding Effects to Turntable Sound

Procedure for applying effects to turntable audio via the SP-303.

Appendices

Troubleshooting

Common issues related to sound, sampling, memory, and MIDI/sync.

Specifications

Details technical specifications like polyphony, sampling time, and connectors.