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SP-404
SPECIFICATIONS
SP-404: Sampler
Maximum Polyphony
12 voices
Internal Memory
Samples: 24 (12 samples x 2 banks)
* Including Pre-loaded Samples
Patterns: 24 (12 patterns x 2 banks)
* Including Pre-loaded Patterns
Memory Card (CompactFlash)
Samples: 96 (12 samples x 8 banks)
Patterns: 96 (12 patterns x 8 banks)
Maximum Sampling Time (mono,
approx.)
Internal Memory (Including Pre-loaded Samples)
Memory Card (CompactFlash)
Sampling Frequency
44.1 kHz
Data Format
SP-404 original format
(WAV/AIFF import/export possible)
Sampling Mode
STANDARD, LO-FI
Pattern Sequencer
Maximum recordable notes:
Internal Memory: Approx. 8,000 notes
* Including Pre-loaded Patterns
Memory Card (CompactFlash): Approx. 8,000 notes
Resolution: 96 ticks per quarter note
Pattern Length: 1-99 measures
Recording method: Realtime Loop Recording
(with quantize function)
Effects
29 types
Signal Processing
AD Conversion: 24 bits
DA Conversion: 24 bits
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
AC Adaptor Jack
Memory Card Slot (CompactFlash)
Power Supply
DC 9 V (Dry battery LR6 (AA) type x 6 or AC Adaptor)
Expected battery life under continuous
use:
Alkaline: 6 hours
* These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.
Current Draw
300 mA
Dimensions
177.6 (W) x 256.7 (D) x 72.1 (H) mm
7 (W) x 10-1/8 (D) x 2-7/8 (H) inches
Weight
1.3 kg
2 lbs 14 oz
(excluding batteries)
Accessories
AC Adaptor (without AC Cord)(#03017356)
AC Cord (117V)(#02562456)
AC Cord (230V EU)(#01903356)
EURO CONVERTER PLUG (#00905234)
AC Cord (230V E)(Cord “#01903356” + Plug “00905234”)
AC Cord (240V A)(#03785590)
Owner’s Manual (ENGLISH)(#73017212)
Owner’s Manual (JAPANESE)(OPTION)(#73016067)
Recommended Memory Cards
As of the date of writing, Roland has confirmed that the following memory
cards work correctly with the SP-404.
(As of September 1, 2005)
* Supported capacities : 32MB,64MB,128MB,256MB,512MB,1GB
* In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of
this unit are subject to change without prior notice.
STANDARD
LO-FI
5min. 11min.
CARD CAPACITY STANDARD LO-FI
32MB 12min. 24min.
64MB 24min. 48min.
128MB 48min. 96min.
256MB 96min. 193min.
512MB 193min. 386min.
1GB 386min. 772min.
Manufacturer Model
BUFFALO RCF-G(256MB,1GB),
RCF-X(32MB,64MB,128MB,512MB)
HAGIWARA SYS-COM (Zpro) HPC-CF128ZP(128MB),
HPC-CF512ZP(512MB),
HPC-CF1GZP(1GB)
I-O DATA CFS-32M(32MB)
SanDisk (ultra2) SDCFH-256-903(256MB),
SDCFH-512-903(512MB),
SDCFH-1024-903(1GB)