SP-404sx Sequencer Tutorial // Better Than I Expected..

SP404SX sequencer tutorial - Basic rundown of how this the 404 sequencer works. It's a bit basic, but excels in a few spots. So let's take a deep look at it.

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[russellwoodstechno]

i tend to fall into the trap of "i don't see people using this to make the music i make" so i'm glad i saw this. the SP is making me change my approach and trying new things.

[soundtester]

Maybe the most simple and proper tutorial with 404SX I've ever seen. Respect!

[GeneralTarik]

Bruh! You had me at “Swing”! I’ve literally watched about a 150 videos on the SP 404 and you are the first one to even mention that there is a swing function! I picked up a SP 404A a week ago and remember reading someone say in the comments to one of the vids that there is no swing function. Thanks for the informative video man. Dope beat too!

[badbenjy]

Would love to see more 404 stuff. In a world of screens and waveforms, its still kicking ass.

[aaronfarrell]

I think Dibiase revealed you can overcome that gated choke on the 1 if you turn on quantize when recording and then turn it off.

[strupndown]

To each his own...once you get the hang of the sequencer, its cake. It really depends on how patient you can be when creating your music and if you like the challenge of working with limited hardware. Although it has its limitations, Roland definitely created one of the most dopest, on the go sampler/sequencers with the SP's

[goodpal]

You keep making me play my 404sx. Thank you. Also good to note for anyone who bought one second hand, Roland has the manual as a PDF on their website. It's not that long to read either!

[AT-eheo]

people sleep on the sequencer!! the power comes when you know whats a job for resampling, and whats a job for the sequencer! together its unstoppable!

[Hell_Inc]

my sundays are never complete without your vids. thank you!

[NenJiDaPassiv]

On resampling patterns, this weekend my friend is bringing a tape deck up for me to tinker with. I'll be modifying the dc motor to give it a speed control. This will solve to issues: I'll be able to sample tapes and modify the speed; and, I'll be able to use the tape deck as a resample device (you could imagine the interesting effects I'll get when recording onto the tape at a super slow speed). Should be an interesting experiment at the least.

[sussvarman]

ive been waiting like 2 years for a well produced sequencer tutorial holy shit. this is awesome dude. thanks a lot. can't wait to put this thing in use again!

[jacobcontreras]

The sequencer doesn't suck, y'all just can't keep time.😂💀

[LfunkeyA]

people often suck more than their tools

[SirMalikCobra]

The sp404 A version is indeed different from the SX. Model A has a sub-mixer and processor, and comes with optimized sounds for syncing with the Roland Tr-8. Samples on the A model can be sequenced into the TR-8. Any sounds you create or upload on the SP-404A can be manipulated on the TR-8 in real time.
The SP-404A’s interface with the TR-8 is difference between the 404SX and 404A.
In addition, its bundled with sounds from Loopmasters. Other than that, they are similar.

[bewareofthehollowbone]

Wow, what a lovely Tutorial in every aspect, the Video, the Audio and the Presentation... Keep up the good work and thanks for helping me unterstand my OG 404 a bit more <3

[dos]

Wow. I was staying away from the sequencer but after seeing this workflow I'm going to give it a shot. Thanks for the vid

[martinwhitesell]

Awesome intro! Cleared up all the questions I had about the SP404 differences right off the bat. Been thinking about upgrading my OG 404 lately, think I might just go for it already.

[magicspiral]

The sequencer itself really isn’t bad for what it is, rather it’s the two-step logic that Roland implements. With something as basic as transport controls, the 404 comes off as cryptic and counter intuitive. Many get used to it, but I haven’t yet. I feel a lot of Roland gear has an odd workflow attached to it, like the sequencer on the 808. I think you did a good job demystifying the 404.

[hypergorf]

Damn Ricky, ur videos are always filmic, but you went hard on the vibe today 💜

[hkoxnw]

i'm definitely busting my SP out to mess with the sequencer after watching this.