{"product_id":"roland-sp-404mkii-sampler-stones-throw-limited-edition-1891736","title":"Roland SP-404MKII Sampler Stones Throw Limited Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo 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.    \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStones Throw Records\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded by producer and DJ Peanut Butter Wolf, Stones Throw Records has built an indie music empire by supporting diverse, cutting-edge artists and spreading the word through vinyl, merch, and events. Touchstone releases include albums by Madvillain, J Dilla, Madlib, NxWorries, Knxwledge, Sudan Archives, Mayer Hawthorne, Dâm-Funk, and Aloe Blacc, all widely considered modern musical masterpieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChampioning Independent Music Since 1996\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStones Throw and its artists helped create the blueprint for contemporary independent music culture, and the label’s massive influence was spotlighted in the 2014 feature-length documentary Our Vinyl Weighs a Ton. Roland SP instruments have been key creative catalysts for the label's roster and fans, who continue to unlock new musical frontiers using the portable samplers’ fluid workflow and go-everywhere design.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Music by Stones Throw Artists\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustom Faceplate by Jeff Jank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis one-of-a-kind model features a custom Stones Throw faceplate and special packaging designed by Jeff Jank, the legendary art director and illustrator behind the label’s most quintessential releases. The premium aluminum faceplate and its high-shine finish radiate with the spirit of Stones Throw and the SP-404MKII union.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollectable Vinyl and Mixtape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCommemorating 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltimate Beatmaking Sidekick\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoland 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBigger, better, faster, stronger.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003eThe SP-404MKII has everything people love about its predecessor—with some serious upgrades like 17 ultra-expressive pads and updated knobs for smooth, hands-on control. And beatmaking is even quicker with speedy boot time, swift project loading and sample import, and easy project access via 16 GB of internal storage. Longtime users and new beatmakers alike will feel right at home with the intuitive layout and classic SP effects, plus a revamped sampling and sequencing workflow, Skip Back Sampling for quick performance capture, DJ mode to mix beats live, and more.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuerilla beatmaking.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003ePeople who make music with SP samplers love the rapid workflow, portability, and tactile approach they offer. The SP-404MKII takes this experience even further, retaining the lightweight-yet-rugged design while adding features that make it even easier to create in any scenario. Bang out beats anywhere with AA or mobile battery power, capture audio from or stream direct to your mobile device via USB, or collaborate with a partner using the dual headphones outputs and mic\/guitar input. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA sampler with soul. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003eWith the SP404MKII’s vivid OLED screen and zoomable waveform view, sample editing is smooth like butter. Chop up samples by tapping out edit points in real time, or use auto chop to slice samples automatically. Then finesse them with envelope and pitch shift, and use the new resampling workflow to re-record patterns and effects layers for detailed sound design. And with Skip Back Sampling, you can instantly grab those golden moments by capturing up to 25 seconds of audio from your last performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll about effects.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003eProcess, flip, and twist your sounds with legendary SP effects and a selection of new classics. SP staples like Vinyl Simulator and DJFX Looper are now joined with powerful additions that include Lo-fi, Cassette Simulator, and Resonator. Layer and route multiple simultaneous bus effects for intricate sound textures, or plug into the mic\/guitar input and jam with ready-to-go Vocoder, Auto Pitch, and Guitar Amp Simulator effects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance-tuned sequencing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003eThe SP-404MKII gives you the flexibility to create patterns with unique feel and energy. There’s adjustable input quantize and shuffle for custom swing, Pad Link for firing off multiple samples with a single tap, a Roll button for variable note repeat, and BPM-per-bank for instant tempo changes. It’s also possible to organize patterns for different sets and chain them together to automate playback. With your hands freed up, you can stretch out on the SP effects controls or let rip on your favorite synth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound stash.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003eDive into beatmaking with the pre-loaded sounds in the SP-404MKII's blazing-fast 16 GB of internal memory. There's a huge collection of curated samples to choose from and plenty of room to augment them with your private sound stash. And you can now load even more sounds at once, with 160 samples across each project for expanded performance and beatmaking combinations. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBreak beats. Not banks.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003eYou shouldn't need to take out a bank loan to make beats or produce tracks. The SP-404MKII is more powerful and more affordable than ever, making it easy to add its rapid workflow and characteristic sound to your existing setup. And with all it can do, the SP-404MKII may be the only piece you need for production and performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomize it. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003eYou work hard to be a unique artist—so why play on cookie-cutter gear that looks like everyone else’s? Personalize your SP-404MKII with your own style or branding for a look that's as distinctive as your sound. Grab the faceplate template to create custom overlays, style your startup screen with personalized logos, or select a screensaver that matches your vibe. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSP-404MKII App, Sample Packs, and more on Roland Cloud.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003eDownload the SP-404MKII App from Roland Cloud Manager to go even deeper with your Mac or Windows computer. Access more detailed waveform editing, assign samples to pads, and import MIDI files and legacy SP-404SX and SP-404A projects for remixing and updating. 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