The SP-404’s limits became its aesthetic. The gear that was supposed to be basic became iconic. The Roland SP-404 was released in 2005 as a portable sampler designed for hip-hop performers to use on stage. The machine had 1.6 MB of onboard RAM, 16 pads for triggering samples, a small LCD screen, and a simple […]
Category: Machines & Technology
The gear that makes it happen. From the Minimoog to the CDJ-3000 — a practical and historical guide to the machines, tools, and techniques that define the sound.
