Roland SP-404MKII Sampling Workstation

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Roland MC09 Phrase Lab Sample Looping Synth with EFX

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Roland MC09 Phrase Lab Sample Looping Synth with EFX, Rear

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Analog modeling synth, step sequencer, 4-part audio looper, and effects processor in one.

Overview

The MC-09 PhraseLab is a new creative tool for producing loops. Combining an analog modeling synth, step sequencer, 4-part audio looper, and effects processor, this instrument helps musicians develop loops with multiple variations. The MC-09 is a must for musicians, DJs, and synth enthusiasts who work with audio phrases and want powerful analog-modeled synthesis at an affordable price.

Features
Tabletop synth/audio looper with onboard sequencing and effects

Analog modeling monosynth creates realistic TB-303-like bass lines, synth lines, and analog-type rhythm sounds

4-track audio looper with mixer to create loop variations

Programmable step sequencer that emulates TB-303 sequencing (slides, accents, etc.)

Easy automatic looping using BPM and measures

Loop Control function to get wild new phrases

4 built-in effects - Filter, Isolator, Phaser, and Slicer - that can be manipulated with the Step Sequencer

SmartMedia slot for pattern/audio storage; MIDI In/Out

Documents and Manuals

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 323-890-3700

Reviews

(20 ratings)

Submitted May 6, 2003 by a customer from yahoo.com

"a great easy to use groove box"

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I look forward to many good experiences with this product

Sound

The analog bass, and lead sounds are amazing, with a high range of sound modulation gives you thousands of sound possibilities. The sound variations are a bit hidden but once you know where they are its easy to work with. The drums are analog so they might as well have left them out, they do nothing for the sound.

Features

Many knobs for the tweaker in you, and a 4 part mixer for sampled loops. Step-Sequencing is *fairly* easy, and the sound capture function is nicely integrated (it cuts off automatically at the ends of measures for easier sampling) Many on board effects, and modulations.

Quality

well made, though the plastic shell looks fragile, could probly crack easily if dropped or hit at a gig.

Value

I got mine at clearance, for 56% off, so im very happy with my purchase, Im not sure if its worth the standard $350.00 but its still a great purchase.

Manufacturer Support

probly good, havent contacted anyone yet

The Wow Factor

The actual interface is very slick, with a great layout of controls, though it has a see-thru black out line casing that looks a bit sci-fi 80's so its half cheesy, and half cool looking