To crib from George Carlin (like I do), the Roland SP-404sx is like the F-word of sampling gear -- simple yet powerful, and effective in a wide variety of applications. To get a handle on the most important features of the SP-404sx, we turned to resident Roland sampling guru Dan Krishner for a detailed walkthrough of this sampler / sequencer / effects processor.

The SP-404sx is only the latest in the long line of Roland SP sampler / sequencers, a successful core design that has seen action in DJ rigs, studios, radio stations and more than a few of the crazy, experimental plays I did sound for in downtown Manhattan. Yes, this video is over fifteen minutes long, and yes, it will make you an instant SP expert, so quit yer whining, crack open a Fresca, tear into a bag of Pirate Booty, and enjoy.