SP-404 MKII Update 2.0 - They did it!

[@RudiA.M.]

Mine arrived on the exact same day this video came out! What a coincidence, and I am totally new to the SP environment.

[@AccurateBeats]

Ah! You have a great time ahead of you! Best wishes!

[@RudiA.M.]

@@AccurateBeats I hope I will, thank you! Keep up the excellent work!

[@spvidz]

Great vid man! Chromatic mode + pattern mode is a game changer!

[@AccurateBeats]

100%!

[@Sparks3D]

Awesome touch with the logo intro and the fade out on the stash!

[@AccurateBeats]

Haha! Thanks. I had to do something ;)

[@ryflyn]

I just got my SP in the mail yesterday and was already excited/overwhelmed to learn how to use it, but now seeing these new firmware features I'm so stoked on getting this thing. I'm brand new to SP and can't wait.

[@goemon4]

If only the units would ship! Excited for the update

[@deanivan3951]

Lol I have been there brother. Got mine finally back in February but waited nearly 5 months for it. Don't worry it will be worth the wait 👍

[@AccurateBeats]

Yeah, it’s a real shitty situation but it’s definitely worth waiting for! Stay patient :)

[@ryanhansen1296]

Waited 7 months for mine bro! It'll show up eventually!

[@DJones21743]

I ordered mine in 3/18/22 and just got it on 7/01/22.

[@dco1019]

For real ? I'd expect that if I order one today I get it next Monday or something. Edit: nah I'm wrong checking some websites I usually would order at

[@AveMcree]

Accurate got that new SP... Where can I get that 4040 MKII???

[@cresshead]

yeh doesn't help when searching... edit it to 404 when you get chance

[@BubbaSatori]

😆

[@subkulturebeats]

Don’t do it, it will erase your mustache.

[@realjohndead]

Try a music shop

[@hasan7786]

Used on reverb for like a grand. Slippery bastards marking up the mark 2. I got lucky on a day 1 purchase.

[@twotonez1141]

Very nice update!

[@DavidDeLuge]

Great video. Thanks for showcasing the new features.

[@realjohndead]

YES!!! Thanks for the video

[@RedMeansRecording]

Cloud delay is rad

[@AccurateBeats]

It really is! kinda similar to the grain delay on Maschine (that I’ve used too much) but a bit crazier. Love seeing you here bro :) means a lot

[@snackweight]

This update pretty much fixed every reason I had for not getting one.

[@crookedrain771]

So badass. Thanks for the video bro. This thing is a beast.

[@beat.spectral]

got mine today - awesome - great vid - ty

[@therealfaintinggoat]

0:59 homie, you just made “Sunday Seance”!

[@Datsunn]

Wow, yea these updates take the MK2 to a whole new level. Great video G!!!

[@jupitor919]

Thanks Accurate..You always give concise tips we appreciate you.

[@AccurateBeats]

Thank you! 😀

[@tonsshameless8741]

Those Looper fx upgrades are crazyyyyyyy

[@mistergrooveman1018]

Alcatel a plaisir to follow how you share our passion … You gave me intérêst for those d’appoint machine ( oriiginally iam keyboard songwriter ) … Your approach is very différent so i see things différent ou!! Thanks ! And the post important, Take care ! 😎😎😎

[@Beggsnacon]

Great video and dope update by Roland! Happy days

[@AccurateBeats]

Thanks and I couldn’t agree more! This update adds pure power!

[@tobiaslofi]

Now this feels like a great beatmaking device for DAWless wow. By now I bought a Verselab MV-1 though. Not as limited and thus more confusing and not as hands on but still easy and off screen. Enjoy the update!

[@AccurateBeats]

Yeah man. This update really takes the SP to the next level and I’ll enjoy the hell out of it. I’m still curious about the verselab but I doubt that I’ll ever get one. I’m glad you seem happy with it!

[@davidscott2095]

Thank you for sharing, Accurate.

[@AccurateBeats]

Thank you!

[@joee.blessed1223]

Good vid…thanks for the info!

[@alchemistrpm82]

The go to man for all things groovebox. Loving the update myself

[@_c_y_p_3]

I love everything about it except the pad colors need to be customizable for each separate bank…. But I might just not know how to do it…

[@cireirby5359]

3.0 is crazy

[@nexuzeb79]

Thanx!

[@elsantoproductora]

This update is a real game changer. Come on Novation! The ball's in your court now

[@MrDannyLaRusso]

I need to get back to making boom bap... I'm getting tired of making trap beats

[@nalaeel219]

I make trap beats with your mom

[@hadookin47]

“Hold up, wait a minute, bring it right back Mix that real with that turn up, call it BoomTrap” -Logic

[@MrDannyLaRusso]

@@hadookin47 holy nipple juice

[@highlanderes]

Originally I hoped the mk2 would be my T.E. pocket operator upgrade. With 2.0 now it is.

[@KIEFLIF]

Cool bro cool i like the logo intro change

[@KIEFLIF]

But seriously this is so cool

[@bjamminsincebirth3494]

Great video! Learn something new again!

[@AccurateBeats]

Thank you!

[@Fluxwithit]

Nice concise video

[@vznquest]

god**n i need this machine

[@robertsyrett1992]

Nice, maybe when my unit finally arrives it will be ver. 3.0.

[@AccurateBeats]

Have faith brother! Good things come to those who wait

[@robertsyrett1992]

@@AccurateBeats I appreciate the sympathy :). It's actually kind of nice to have something on backorder for so long, as it has blocked other impulse buys that were just GAS in retrospect.

[@AccurateBeats]

I fully get that. It also works the other way around… I ordered the Op-1 field but the fact that they wanted 45 days to ship it, I changed my mind a few weeks after putting in the order and canceled it :D

[@djjohnsimmons]

Nice succinct video!

[@schmapps1]

I've always felt like I am missing something with step sequencers. It just does not in any way, look easier or less confusing then simply just playing the parts in by hand lol

[@rorz999]

I think it depends what you're used to. Step sequencing feels way more natural to me

[@_wonge]

Yeah man I'm pretty confused by it too. Gonna just stick to the pattern sequencer I think

[@valley_robot]

Same here mate , I play everything in live , step sequencing works well for stuff like house and techno where everything has to be a straight pulse

[@schmapps1]

@@valley_robot even with house and techno - it’s not like it’s hard to lay down a 4 on the floor kick and some hi hats

[@tukoijarrett9155]

@@valley_robot well actually part of why those rhythms are common in techno is because of how common step sequencers are on a lot of synths and drum machines, certain rhythms lend themselves to that better

[@bjamminsincebirth3494]

Yes yes yes 🙌🏽

[@Analoque444]

2:19 the last one should be the phrygian mode.

[@AccurateBeats]

That’s right! Thanks a lot

[@Analoque444]

@@AccurateBeats Thank you for your video and your work. Brgds

[@noisetv1863]

I would love some probability functionality with the step sequencer

[@Dichotomos]

I gotta say the MK2 is by far the hardware to get for the cost it’s a no brainer. MPC ONE better drop the price to compete. The 404 MK2 has been coming up game changing (for the 404’s) updates in short succession. Let’s go!!

[@AveMcree]

Compete with what??? Are you drunk???? lmao

[@edgarcortes]

@@AveMcree Exactly my thoughts Ave, even with this update the MKII is a whole tier beneath the MPC on capabilities, connectivity and composition flexibility alone not even mentioning stuff like outboard midi sequencing, plug-in instruments etc, etc.. If the MKII inspires you with its feature set that’s amazing, but don’t go looking for the level of MPC capabilities in the MKII dear comment reading consumers. If Akai wants to drop the price sure we all win! But the prices of everything went up so 😘

[@jamesjr2550]

@@edgarcortes I honestly like the simplicity of the mk2 honestly moves me away from my daw compared to my other samplers dj ave videos got me going with the akai force I use the mv and su700 when I'm not using the mk2 but the mk2 get stuff done fast

[@Dichotomos]

@@AveMcree it’s pretty obvious, simplicity wins out over a daw in a box. Price wise 404mk2 easily slays the MPC ONE. Obviously the MPC will always hold a soft spot for MPC fans. But honestly the ONE is a poor man’s MPC LIVE I or II. Just make the jump and get a LIVE. EFX inside the MPC modern units are laughable at best whereas the 404 have staked a reputation and legacy on their EFX alone. Compete? With this update it’s getting closer, if you don’t see it then that ain’t my fault.

[@MrMissingReel]

The MPC One ist poor man's Live ? 🤣....I'll always choose a One over a Live....battery powered? Don't need it...build in Speaker? A gimmick....don't need it. The One has way more Buttons instead and the feel of a 2000....and that's what I'm looking for 😉 If you prefer a 404 instead....be my guest. At the end of the it's about music....not about gear porn!

[@Jabbaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa]

What did you press to put the device into chromatic mode and why did you not explain it

[@repoman5581]

Do you hear a diffrtence in drums vs maschine drums... does the sp add its own type of sound...

[@deequinn-x1i]

very helpful to major b ginners can u do a video on sp 404 mk2 app i have so much hadware mpc renn and studio casio xw g1 now the sp 404 mk2 really appreciate any videos you can do

[@BanderaFilmsAndMusic]

Love your content, brother. Question for you: I've heard that the SP404 mk2's sound quality is way better than the new MPC's. I'm about to purchase my first Standalone beat machine because my current setup has a lot of latency, and it might have to do with me, using a laptop. I don't know if I should get the newest MPC One Plus or the SP 404mk2. Which one would you get if you were me? I really want great sound out of the box, but I also want comfortable workflow, and the 404mk2 seems more complicated. Thank you

[@AccurateBeats]

The audio quality might be better on the SP… I’m afraid I haven’t tested that out side by side. The SP has a wonderful soul and workflow to it but the MPC is a bit more capable.

[@BanderaFilmsAndMusic]

@@AccurateBeats For some reason, I feel inclined to purchase the 404, cause it looks more personal. The MPC on its side seems to be what a machine should be, though. Maybe I should just get both and have my wife divorce me. lol Thank you so much for the help, brother; I'm always watching your content.

[@alexiwiedemann]

Cool vid. How do you compare this one with the polyend tracker and play?

[@hannibalactor]

I'm still using my SP 303 😎

[@AccurateBeats]

That’s awsome! The 303 really has its own sound!

[@thinkognito344]

just got my SPmk2... this came just in time... can you nudge notes on the sequencer?

[@privateaccount1839]

Where you pick yours up at?

[@BKLounge45]

yes! in the same area as velocity settings. and.. congrats!

[@thinkognito344]

@@privateaccount1839 roland indonesia

[@elnugget5309]

Hey I love your videos pure good vibes, is it possible to sequence external devices with this new firmware ?

[@ArapBayraminOglu]

is it possible to re-adjust/change the swing strength (or the bar length) of a pattern on the fly in the trs-sequencer mode??? It seems I need to pre-set these and then hope I get what I want from it..

[@retrostackz]

This update is dope! I just wish mine wasn’t back ordered 😂

[@CDONDACLOUD]

cool bro！！！！！

[@GrassHopa]

Is that Nick Batt on your sound logo?

[@GrootsieTheDog]

I've been reading that people have had issues with the sensitivity of the pads. I myself have found that some pads are more sensitive than other pads. Is this just the way it is or do I have a faulty unit?

[@AccurateBeats]

I don’t know about other people but I has some issues with double triggers before I found the settings for the pad threshold and aenaitivity. Now my pads behave exactly as they should.

[@GrootsieTheDog]

@@AccurateBeats Thanks yeah I tried all the different settings but basically the pads do not have equal sensitivity. From what I’ve been reading, I’m luckier than some - I actually have some pads that are super sensitive - some people are complaining that all their pads are not as responsive compared to an MPC.

[@AccurateBeats]

Pad sensitivity is often a matter of personal taste but you should get a consistent sensitivity behavior from all of them… Sounds like you might have a fault unit but what do I know? Tried reaching out to Roland’s customer service?

[@Shuaswae]

What kind of SD card do you recommend? Cant believe I have not gotten one yet. Cant update without one

[@DJones21743]

I got a cheap one from Walmart for less than $10. The largest that you can use is 32gb though.

[@Shuaswae]

@@DJones21743 thank you!

[@Rompler_Rocco]

Um... THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@seanms35]

Side note: How did you turn back time 5 years? You look so much younger! What face wash are you using?!

[@AccurateBeats]

Haha!

[@ShawnBrandon888]

Can it do poly rythm? Not poly meter .I'm sure it can do poly meter.

[@KamBoomBap]

The other scale that you didn't know the name of is phrygian scale

[@HazyJ28]

J Dilla would have loved this

[@sheatheman]

the major scale you played is actually minor (aeolian), and the minor scale was actually lydian.

[@hikari5633]

Sp 3000

[@Tinmar_Isation]

Honest question from a non-fanboy: what does it do better than an MPC One? Thanks!

[@Sparks3D]

What do you want it to do is the question? From a non-mpc fanboy, I have a MKII, and used to have a MPC Live that I sold, I would say it offers an iterative, no nonsense approach to beat making that doesn't need to rely on menu diving or plugins like the MPC workflow does. It isn't trying to be a hardware controller (standalone or otherwise) for PC software (all current gen MPCs). So the MKII focuses entirely on getting your beats and rhythms down quickly and efficiently without the pain of working with a hardware controller that is just a container for the same exact PC software you could have just thrown on an old laptop and saved a ton of money to begin with.

[@AccurateBeats]

A great answer! They’re different tools, made for different people.

[@Tinmar_Isation]

@@Sparks3D ok, so nothing better if I read you correctly :P Thanks for the answer mate!

[@Sparks3D]

@@Tinmar_Isation It doesn't really sound like you were seriously looking for answers and just wanted to say that you feel the MPC One is better for whatever reason that you have yet to explain. Having used both workflows, I can honestly say that the MPC software is not for me, no matter what hardware box they copy the same MPC OS to. So much menu diving, iLoK is pretty lame and a pain to deal with when you go to sell one of the MPC Live clones, all the standalone MPC devices are just copies of the same software in a different wrapper, and the price for those boxes are twice what they should be (MPC Live, One, etc.) The MKII has none of what I just mentioned, so that is exactly why it was a smart choice for me.

[@Tinmar_Isation]

@@Sparks3D so much salt :) the question was pretty straightforward tho

[@TheOfficialBlvckSpider]

I just got my sp 404 mk2 last week but havnt really used it cuz im just stuck 🫤

[@rorz999]

My advice would be to watch the video manual on the Roland Cloud Academy channel. Teaches you everything in a methodical way

[@TheOfficialBlvckSpider]

@@rorz999 appreciate it