The Roland SP-555 Creative Sampler Workstation is
the newest member of the SP pattern sequencer family. The SP-555 breaks
new ground with innovative features such as Loop Capture and Super
Filter. The Roland SP-555 is fast and powerful, but one thing has been
preserved from previous SP workstation models: fun!
Quick, Easy, Versatile Sampling
You can capture sounds instantly onstage using the SP-555'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 SP-555 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 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
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 SP-555'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.
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 (CF reader needed).
Specifications:
- Maximum Polyphony: 12 voices
- Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz
- Data Format: SP-555 original format (WAV/AIFF import/export possible)
- Sampling Mode: standard, low-fidelity
- Memory Card: CompactFlash Type 1, 32 MB to 2 GB compatible
- Loop Capture: Maximum recording time: approx. 15 sec.
- 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
Maximum Sampling Time (mono, approx.):
Internal Memory:
- Standard: 11 min, low-fidelity: 22 min. (including pre-loaded samples)
Memory Card
- 128 MB: Standard: 48 min., low-fidelity: 96 min.
- 256 MB: Standard: 96 min., low-fidelity: 193 min.
- 512 MB: Standard: 193 min., low-fidelity: 386 min.
- 1 GB: Standard: 386 min., low-fidelity: 772 min.
- 2 GB: Standard: 772 min., low-fidelity: 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)
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)
Signal Processing:
- AD Conversion: 24 bits
- DA Conversion: 24 bits
Jacks/Connectors:
- Line input jacks (L, R) (RCA phono type)
- Line output jacks (L, R) (RCA phono type)
- Headphones jack (stereo 1/4" phone type)
- MIC Jack (1/4" phone type / XLR type, Hi-Z, phantom power)
- Pedal Jack (1/4" 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: 11-1/16" (280 mm)
- Depth: 10-7/16" (264 mm)
- Height: 2-15/16" (74 mm)
- Weight: 4 lbs. (1.8 kg)
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
