Roland has announced the release of a new firmware update for its creative sampler and effector in celebration of 404 day. Version 4.04 of the SP-404MKII Sampler continues to solidify the SP-404MKII as the most versatile and extensively supported sampler on the market, consistently enhancing capabilities and offering a unique range of modern performance workflows for creators.
With an array of additional updates and enhancements, this is the most extensive update yet, redefining the boundaries of creativity and performance.
Changes in SP-404MKII firmwave v4.04
- Loop Capture, inspired by the iconic SP-555: Experience fluid live looping by capturing and layering audio of internal samples, external instruments, and mic’d-up sound sources.
- Koala App Integration: Adjust a range of app parameters directly from the SP-404MKII using Koala controller mode, or send audio from Koala to and from your SP via USB for adding effects or recording samples.
- Multipad Export: Send all or selected pads of a pattern as individual multitrack audio for refining SP sessions in a DAW or share files with collaborators for remixing.
- Groove Function: Infuse rhythmic loops and other audio with subtle to extreme groove swing, inspired by VP-9000 VariPhrase.
- Sound Generator: Create basslines and other melodic content using 15 different waveforms generated directly by the SP-404MKII.
- Plus a range of additional new features to further improve workflow like Preset Measure Sampling, TR-REC Microscope Editing, Sample Merge, and Bounce Pattern Chains.
Users of the SP-404MKII can download the new firmware now.
More information: Roland
