Roland SP-404 - Manual (Page 45)

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Chapter 8. Examples of Using the SP-404
Here’s how you can use the SP-404 to play samples along with a
turntable performance.
Connections
1. Set the crossfader of your DJ mixer to the turntable
position.
Start your turntable.
2. While pressing the pads of the SP-404 to play the sounds,
monitor the SP-404’s sound through the DJ mixer.
Use the trim knob of the DJ mixer to adjust the volume.
3. Set the crossfader of the DJ mixer to the center position.
4. Press the SP-404’s pads to accompany the sounds from
your turntable.
Here’s how you can apply the SP-404’s effects to the turntable or
other sounds routed through your DJ mixer.
Connections
1. Lower the send level and return level of your DJ mixer.
2. Start the turntable.
3. On the SP-404, press [EXT SOURCE] so it’s lit.
4. Press one of the effect buttons on the SP-404 so it’s lit.
5. Raise the volume of the SP-404.
6. Gradually raise the send level and return level of the DJ
mixer to adjust the volume.
7. Turn CTRL 1–3 to modify the effect.
To specify the BPM (tempo) relative to the audio input...
1. With no sample or pattern playing, press [EXT SOURCE]
so it's lit.
2. Press [TIME/BPM] so it's lit.
3. Adjust the BPM by turning the CTRL 2 knob or by pressing
[TAP TEMPO] several times.
4. Press [TIME/BPM] once again so it goes out.
Using the SP-404 with a
Turntable
Playing Samples along with the
Sound from a Turntable
PHONO A LINE B
Power Amplifier
DJ Mixer Turntable
Applying Effects to the Sound of a
Turntable
PHONO A PHONO B
SEND
RETURN
Power Amplifier
DJ Mixer Turntable Turntable
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