Roland SP-555 Creative Sampler with Performance Effects

Brief Description of the Roland SP-555 Creative Sampler with Performance Effects

Real-time Audio Toolkit for DJs, Producers, & Sample-Based Musicians
The newest member of the SP-sampler family breaks ground with innovative features such as Loop Capture, and Super Filter. The Roland 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.

Key Features of the Roland SP-555 Creative Sampler with Performance Effects

• 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 Compact Flash (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

Extended Description of the Roland SP-555 Creative Sampler with Performance Effects

Quick, EZ, Versatile 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 Roland SP-555 supports up to 2GB Compact Flash 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 FX

From silky gloss to complete audio annihilation, the SP-555 provides 37 types of powerful DSP effects to alter your sounds. Included in the line-up are Voice Transformer, Delay, Isolator, and the unique Super Filter and DJFX Looper, The Effect Memory allows for instant recall of your favourite settings using the pads with no glitching while switching effects.

Visual Magic

Amaze your audience with the SP-555 Creative Sampler's D BEAM and V-LINK features. Wave your hands over the invisible D BEAM to tweak the SP-555's filter, to trigger samples, or to play synth solos. Connect V-LINK compatible video equipment and sync the music to the visuals. The beam in the photo has been coloured to show the path of the D BEAM; the actual beam is invisible.

Computer Companion

The SP-555 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 SP-555 Sampler (CF reader needed).

Specifications of the Roland SP-555 Creative Sampler with Performance Effects

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.
* Including Pre-loaded Samples
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.

Samples

Internal Memory: 32 (16 samples x 2 banks)
* Including Pre-loaded Samples
Memory Card: 128 (16 samples x 8 banks)

Patterns

Internal Memory: 32 (16 patterns x 2 banks)
* Including Pre-loaded Patterns
Memory Card: 128 (16 patterns x 8 banks)

Loop Capture

Maximum recording time: approx. 15 sec.

Pattern Sequencer

Maximum recordable notes:
Internal Memory: Approx. 8,000 notes * Including Pre-loaded Patterns
Memory Card (CompactFlash): Approx. 8,000 notes
Resolution: 96 ticks per quarter note
Pattern Length: 1--99 measures
Recording method: Realtime Loop Recording (with quantize function)

Effects

37 types

Signal Processing

AD Conversion: 24 bits
DA Conversion: 24 bits

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

Accessories

CD-ROM x2 (SONAR LE, WAVE CONVERTER/USB DRIVER)
AC Adaptor
Owner's Manual
Quick Start Guide

Options

Pedal Switch (DP-2)
Foot Switch (BOSS FS-5U)
Pad Stand (PDS-10)
Gig Bag (CB-SP1)

Size and Weight

Width

280 mm

11-1/16 inches

Depth

264 mm

10-7/16 inches

Height

74 mm

2-15/16 inches

Weight

1.8 kg

4 lbs.