Roland SP555 Sampling Workstation    Item #: ROL SP555 

The Roland SP555 Sampling Workstation breaks new ground with innovative features such as Loop Capture, and Super Filter.
The SP555 is fast and powerful, but one thing has been preserved from previous SP models: fun! It’s the ultimate toolkit for DJs, producers, sample-based musicians, or performers who want to take their act to the next level.

Roland SP555 Features

• Ultra-easy sampling with innovative Loop Capture feature
• Versatile sampling through Line input, phantom-powered Mic input,USB audio streaming, and WAV/AIFF import
• Dozens of killer performance effects, including Super Filter and DJFX Looper
• Audio interface capability with any DAW or DJ audio application (Cakewalk SONAR LE included)
• Large Sample Memory via CompactFlash (up to 2GB)
• Bundled Wave Converter software (Mac and PC) for importing and exporting WAV/AIFF files
• Infrared D BEAM controller and V-LINK compatibility for high-impact performance

Quick and Easy Sampling
You can capture sounds instantly onstage using the SP555’s Line or Mic Inputs, or through USB audio streaming — perfect for DJs or live performers who want to grab sounds and drop them in the mix on the fly. The SP555 supports up to 2GB CompactFlash for over 12 hours of recording with no-load playback!

Live Loop Capture
This innovative new feature lets you quickly grab a piece of incoming audio or a loop of your live performance and instantly play it back in perfect time with your other tracks. The loops can also be captured through the effects in real time and assigned to a pad for later use. You can even perform sound-on-sound layering with your loops.

Killer Performance Effects
From silky gloss to complete audio annihilation, the SP555 provides 37 types of powerful DSP effects to alter your sounds. Included in the lineup are Voice Transformer, Delay, Isolator, and the unique Super Filter and DJFX Looper, The Effect Memory allows for instant recall of your favorite settings using the pads with no glitching while switching effects.

Visual Magic
Amaze your audience with the SP555’s D BEAM and V-LINK features. Wave your hands over the invisible D BEAM to tweak the SP555’s filter, to trigger samples, or to play synth solos. Connect V-LINK compatible video equipment and sync the music to the visuals.

Computer Companion
The SP555 can be used by itself or with a PC. It can be used as an audio interface for the bundled Cakewalk SONAR LE software or any other DAW or DJ application on your computer! With the bundled Wave Converter software, WAV and AIFF files can be imported and assigned to a CF card for use in the SP555 (CF reader needed).

Roland SP555 Specifications

• Maximum Polyphony: 12 voices
• Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz
• Data Format: SP-555 original format (WAV/AIFF import/export possible)
• Sampling Mode: Standard, LO-FI
• Memory Card: CompactFlash Type 1, 32 MB to 2 GB compatible
• Maximum Sampling Time (mono, approx.):
  • Internal Memory
    • Standard ...11 min. LO-FI ...22 min.
  • Memory Card
    • 128 MB: Standard ...48 min. LO-FI ...96 min.
    • 256 MB: Standard ...96 min. LO-FI ...193 min.
    • 512 MB: Standard ...193 min. LO-FI ...386 min.
    • 1 GB: Standard ...386 min. LO-FI ...772 min.
    • 2 GB: Standard ...772 min. LO-FI ...1544 min.
• Patterns:
  • Internal Memory: 32 (16 patterns x 2 banks)
  • Memory Card: 128 (16 patterns x 8 banks)
• Loop Capture: Maximum recording time: approx. 15 sec.
• Pattern Sequencer:
  • Maximum recordable notes: 8,000 notes(Internal Memory), 8,000 notes (Memory Card)
  • Resolution: 96 ticks per quarter note
  • Pattern Length: 1-99 measures
  • Recording method: Realtime Loop Recording (with quantize function)
• Effects: 37 types
• Pads: 16 with velocity sensitivity
• Controllers: Control Knobs x 3, D Beam Controller
• Display: 7 segments, 3 characters (LED)
• Onboard Mic: Mono x 1
• Jacks/Connectors:
  • Line Input Jacks (L, R) (RCA phono type)
  • Line Output Jacks (L, R) (RCA phono type)
  • Headphones (Phones) Jack (Stereo 1/4 inch phone type)
  • Mic Jack (1/4 inch phone type / XLR type, Hi-Z, phantom power)
  • Pedal Jack (1/4 inch phone type)
  • MIDI Connector (IN, OUT)
  • USB Connector (supports USB MIDI and USB Audio)
  • AC Adaptor Jack
  • Memory Card Slot (CompactFlash)
• Power Supply: DC 9 V (AC Adaptor)
• Current Draw: 800 mA
• Included Accessories:
  • CD-ROM x2 (SONAR LE, WAVE CONVERTER/USB DRIVER)
  • AC Adaptor
  • Owner's Manual
  • Quick Start Guide
• Dimensions: 11-1/16 W x 10-7/16 D x 2-15/16 H inches, 4 lbs.

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