Roland
Roland SP-404MK2 Creative Sampler & Effector
★★★★★
USB-C2.6 lb
A compact, battery-capable sampler and effector built for hands-on beatmaking anywhere you go.
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Overview
Key Features
Roland SP samplers are the bona fide kings of performance-based beatmaking.
Carefully refined through community feedback and extensive research and development, the SP-404MKII is the ultimate SP sampler.
Faster and better than ever, with a vivid OLED display, expressive new pads, expanded effects, fluid sequencing and sampling, 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
32-voice polyphony, 160 samples per project, and 16 internal projects for expanded programming possibilities
Compact, ultra-lightweight design (2.6 lb./1.2 kg) with versatile power options: USB-C, mobile battery (via USB-C port), six AA batteries, or AC adaptor
Pre-loaded sound library with 144 high-quality, professionally recorded samples and patterns
Blazing onboard sample editing with real-time or auto-chop mode, auto BPM detect, envelope, pitch shift, and resampling for layering sounds and phrases
Extensive onboard effects, including SP classics like Vinyl Simulator and DJFX Looper, new Lo-fi, Cassette Simulator, and Resonator effects, and dedicated Vocoder, Auto Pitch, and Guitar Amp Simulator effects for the mic/guitar input
Specifications
Brand
Roland
Model
SP-404MK2
Display
OLED
Pads
17 velocity-sensitive, RGB, no-click design
Internal Storage
16 GB
Polyphony
32 voices
Samples per Project
160
Internal Projects
16
Power Options
USB-C, mobile battery (USB-C), 6x AA batteries, AC adapter
Connectivity
USB Type-C
Weight
1.2 kg (2.6 lb)
Included Software
SP-404MK2 App, 6-month Roland Cloud Pro membership
Preloaded Content
144 samples and patterns
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Ultra-lightweight at 1.2 kg with flexible power options including AA batteries and USB-C for truly portable use
- OLED display provides clear visual waveform editing and menu access directly on the unit
- 32-voice polyphony and 160 samples per project offer significant creative headroom for complex compositions
- Pre-loaded with 144 professionally recorded samples and patterns so you can start making music immediately
👎 Cons
- 16 GB internal storage may fill up quickly when working with long, high-quality audio samples
- No built-in speaker means you always need headphones or an external output to monitor
- 17 pads can feel limiting for performers accustomed to larger pad controllers like the MPC series
- The compact OLED screen, while useful, is small for detailed waveform editing compared to software-based workflows
Frequently Asked Questions
How much internal storage does the SP-404MK2 have?
It includes 16 GB of internal storage, which holds up to 16 projects with 160 samples per project.
Can the SP-404MK2 run on battery power?
Yes, it supports multiple power options including USB-C, a mobile battery pack via USB-C, six AA batteries, or an AC adapter.
Does the unit have a screen for editing samples?
Yes, it features a vivid OLED display that provides visual waveform editing, menu navigation, and real-time feedback.
How many pads does it have and are they velocity-sensitive?
There are 17 RGB-lit pads with velocity sensitivity and a no-click design for smooth, quiet playability.
What sample editing features are built in?
The SP-404MK2 offers real-time and auto-chop modes, auto BPM detection, envelope shaping, pitch shifting, and resampling for layering sounds and phrases — all done onboard without a computer.
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