Two legends of music and culture unite to bring you the SP-404MKII Stones Throw Limited Edition. Co-curated with Stones Throw Records, this SP sampler collab is more than just a tool - it's a work of art. Featuring a striking custom faceplate, exclusive content from the Stones Throw artist roster, plus vinyl and mixtape for collectors, this landmark release celebrates the creative spirit of independent music artists everywhere.
The SP-404MKII Stones Throw Limited Edition includes ten banks of brand-new music from Kiefer, Sudan Archives, Mndsgn, J.Rocc, and DJ Harrison. With 16 patterns and 16 samples in each bank, listen and explore the creative minds of the artists, then jam along or remix tracks to add your own spin.
Commemorating this powerhouse partnership, the SP-404MKII Stones Throw Limited Edition contains additional content you can't get anywhere else. There's a 7-inch vinyl record with two certified burners from Kiefer and Mndsgn, constructed using their custom SP sound banks. You also get a cassette mixtape by DJ icon J.Rocc with an exclusive 30-minute mix from the SP-404MKII x Stones Throw artists.
Ultimate Beatmaking Sidekick
Roland SP samplers are the bona fide kings of performance-based beatmaking, with deep features and portable designs that fuel the engines of creators on the move. The SP-404MKII is the latest generation model in the long-running series, delivering ultimate performance with the latest tech advancements and updates inspired by the global SP community.
Key Features* Vivid OLED display for visual waveform editing, full menu access, and more
* 17 velocity-sensitive RGB pads with smooth playability
* Compact, ultra-lightweight design with versatile power options: USB-C, mobile battery, six AA batteries, or an AC adaptor
* Extensive onboard effects, including SP classics like Vinyl Simulator and DJFX Looper, Lo-fi, Cassette Simulator, and Resonator effects
What's Included?- SP-404MKII with Custom Faceplate by Jeff Jank
- New Music by Stones Throw Artists
- Collectable Vinyl and Mixtape
SpecificationsMaximum Polyphony
32 voices
Recordable Data
Samples = 2,560 (16 samples x 10 banks x 16 projects, stored in internal storage)
Patterns = 2,560 (16 patterns x 10 banks x 16 projects, stored in internal storage)
Internal storage
Size: 16 GB
*Including preload data
Maximum sampling time
16 minutes (approximately 176 MB per sample)
Skip Back Sampling
20 seconds (capturing the last moments of performance)
Data format
16-bit linear WAV, AIFF, MP3 import supported
*SP-404MK2APP supports WAV, AIFF, MP3, FLAC, M4A.
Sampling frequency
48kHz
Pattern Sequencer
Resolution = 480 ticks, quarter note
Pattern length = 1 to 64 bars
Recording method = Realtime Loop Recording
Effects
Multi-effects: 37 types
Input effects: 2 types
Pad
16 pads + 1 sub pad (Velocity-sensitive pad)
Controller
Control knobs x 3
Display
Graphic OLED display
External Storage
SD card (sold separately) for backup, restore, import, and export functions (SDHC compatible)
Connection terminals
PHONES jacks: 1/4-inch phone type, Stereo miniature phone type
LINE OUT (L/MONO, R) jacks: 1/4-inch TRS phone type (impedance balanced)
LINE IN (L/MONO, R) jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
MIC/GUITAR IN jacks: 1/4-inch TRS phone type (for MIC), 1/4-inch phone type (for GUITAR)
MIDI (IN, OUT) jack: Stereo miniature phone type
USB terminal: USB Type-C (Audio, MIDI)
DC IN terminal
Power Supply
AC adaptor
USB bus power supply (USB Type-C port, 1.5 A ormore)
Ni-MH batteries (AA, HR6)(sold separately) x 6
Alkaline battery (AA, LR6)(sold separately) x 6
Current Draw
1,100 mA (AC adaptor)
1,500 mA (USB bus power)
Expected battery life under continuous use
Alkaline battery: Approx. 2.5 hours
Ni-MH battery: Approx. 3.5 hours
*This can vary depending on the specifications of the batteries, capacity of the batteries, and the conditions of use.
Dimensions (W x D x H): 177.5 x 275.8 x 70.5 mm / 7 x 10-7/8 x 2-13/16 inches
Weight (excluding AC adaptor): 1.1 kg / 2 lbs 7 oz
Included Accessories:
- Quick start
- "Read Me First" leaflet
- Roland User Registration Card
- AC adaptor
- Warranty card
