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SP-404MKII System Program (Ver.3.02)


HOW TO TELL THE VERSION
Please check the version of the system working on your SP-404MKII before downloading the archive file.
  1. Hold down [ SHIFT ] and tap the pad [ 13 ].
    The "UTILITY MENU" screen appears.
  2. Turn the [ PUSH ENTER ] knob to select "SYSTEM", then press the [ PUSH ENTER ] knob.
  3. Turn the [ CTRL 3 ] knob all the way clockwise.
    The version information is displayed on the screen.
  4. Press [ EXIT ] to go back to the initial screen.

UPDATE HISTORY
[ Ver.3.02 ] MAY 2023
Bug Fix
The following bug have been fixed.
  • In SP-404MKII Ver.3.01, resampling does not start even if the pad is pressed during "COUNT-IN:WAIT".
[ Ver.3.01 ] APR 2023
Bug Fixes
The following bugs have been fixed.
  • When the GATE function is "ON" and RELEASE is set to "1" or higher, the following symptoms occur.
    • If you set the start point to the second half of the sample, the sound will continue until the end even after you take your finger off the pad.
    • Noise occurs at certain samples.
  • There is no count at the start of resampling.
    * Includes pattern resampling.
  • Changed MIDI Ch of "BANK F - PAD 1" to "2" when set to "MIDI Mode: B".
  • Other minor bugs.
[ Ver.3.00 ] MAR 2023
* Please refer to the "SP-404MKII Reference Manual (Version 3.00)" for detailed information in the [ Owner's Manuals ].
* If you are using the SP-404MKII App, please update the SP-404MKII App to Version 3.00 or later along with the SP-404MKII itself.
* To use the SP-404MKII App Ver.3 as an Audio Units plug-in for Logic Pro on a Mac with Apple silicon, you need to install Rosetta 2.

Additional Functions / Functionality Improvements
< PATTERN SEQUENCER >
  • Added a "BOUNCE Function" to convert patterns created in the pattern sequencer to samples.
    ( When copying a pattern, press the [PATTERN SELECT] button to select the destination Sample Pad. )
  • The following movements are now recorded during sequencer recording.
    • ON/OFF of effects (BUS1 and BUS2)
    • Movement of parameters ([CTRL 1] - [CTRL 3] knobs)
  • Added PAD MUTE Mode.
    ( Press [SHIFT] + [REVERSE] + [REMAIN]. )
  • Added support for memorizing PAD MUTE movements during pattern recording (Real-Time REC).
    ( Press [SHIFT] + [REVERSE] + [REMAIN] during Real-Time REC. )
  • When copying a pattern, it is now possible to copy only the pattern of a specific sample.
    ( You can select the track (sample) to copy by pressing the [REMAIN] button while the pattern is selected. )
  • After recording a pattern, it is now possible to set the quantize for a specific sample.
    ( Press [RECORD SETTING] while editing a pattern. After setting the correction conditions with C2 and C3, select the pad you want to quantize and press the [VALUE] knob. )
  • The pattern sequencer tempo can now be set to the first decimal place.
    ( After pressing [SHIFT]+[PAD11], turn the [VALUE] knob while pressing the [SHIFT] button. )
  • Increased SUBSTEP division conditions in TR-REC mode.
  • It is now possible to select samples without playing them during TR-REC (step recording).
  • The display of "SOLO" in TR-REC mode has been made easier to understand.
< DJ MODE >
  • Playback can be started from multiple MarkerPMositions (CUE points) set in CHOP Mode.
    ( While holding down the [SHIFT] button, press pads [1] - [16]. )

    Useful functions that use CUE points
    • You can add up to 7 markers during sample playback.
      ( Press [SHIFT] + [MARK] at the playback point where you want to add a marker. )
    • You can remove added markers.
      ( Press [SHIFT] + [DEL] + [PAD 1 - 16]. )
    • A shortcut to the WaveformEedit screen is available.
      ( Press [SHIFT] + [START/END]. )
    • Can be fixed in CUE Mode.
      ( Press [SHIFT] + [REMAIN]. )
  • Enabled reverse playback.
    Press [BPM SYNC] to switch the channel for reverse playback.
    ( Press the [REVERSE] button while the sample is playing. Reverse Type is fixed to 303. )
  • Enabled to change the type of Time Stretch.
    ( [UTILITY] > [SYSTEM] > [GENERAL] > [DJ mode TS type] > [VINYL/Backing/Ensemble] )
  • Enabled to switch between "EFX page" and "MIXER page".
    ( Press the [MARK] button.)
  • Enabled to mute during Sample Playback.
    ( While holding down the [SHIFT] and [REVERSE] buttons, press pad [13](CH1) / [15](CH2)]. )
  • Enabled to select level curve characteristics.
    ( While holding down [RESAMPLE], press the [VALUE] knob. )
  • Enabled to change BPM display to integer or decimal.
    ( Press [PITCH/SPEED] multiple times. Or press the [VALUE] knob. )
  • You can now adjust the effect of BEND.
    ( [UTILITY] > [SYSTEM] > [GENERAL] > [Bend Sens(DJ)] > 10 - 200 (Default:20))
  • BEND operation is now synchronized with MIDI clock (OUT).
    * When Bend SYNC (DJ) is "ON", pressing BEND while holding down [REMAIN] will not follow MIDI Clock.
    ( BEND operation is now synchronized with MIDI clock (OUT). )
  • Changed to display the Sample File name on the MIXER page.
    Also, when selecting a sample, the tempo of the sample is now displayed.
< EFFECTS >
  • It is now possible to save the main parameters of effects (CTRL 1-3).
    ( While holding down the [SHIFT] button, press and hold the [MARK] button for 3 seconds or more. )
  • Enabled to set MFX at power-on.
    ( [UTILITY] > [EFX SETTING] > [OTHER] > [MFX TOP] )
< CHOP >
  • Markers attached to samples can now be saved.
    * This Marker can also be used as a CUE Point in DJ Mode.
    ( After adding a Marker to the sample, press the [EXIT] button to save. )
  • A shortcut has been added to collectively delete markers attached to samples.
    ( Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [DEL] button. )
< OTHER >
  • Made it possible to copy Samples and Patterns to other Projects.
    ( When copying Samples/Patterns, use the [CTRL 3] knob to select the copy destination project.
    To copy a bank to another Project, press [COPY] + [EXIT]. )
  • Enabled to select MIDI Note sequence type.
    * MIDI CH and NOTE can now be offset when the sequence type is set to "B".
    ( [UTILITY] > [SYSTEM] > [MIDI] > [MIDI Mode] )
  • The [PITCH/SPEED] page / [ENVELOPE] page can now be used to change the parameters of all samples in a bank at the same time.
    ( On the [PITCH/SPEED] page / [ENVELOPE] page, change the parameter while holding down the [REMAIN] button.)
  • On the [PITCH/SPEED] page, you can now enter numerical values for the "SPEED" setting.
    ( On the [PITCH/SPEED] page, hold down [SHIFT] and press the [VALUE] knob. Then enter her BPM value with pads [1]-[10].)
  • On the [PITCH/SPEED] page, the BPM value of samples can now be set to the second decimal place.
    ( On the [PITCH/SPEED] page, set "BPM SET" to "MANU-F" using the [VALUE] knob.)
  • Added an "Anti-Feedback function" to prevent microphone input howling.
    ( [UTILITY] > [SYSTEM] > [GAIN] > [Anti Feedback] > [ON] )
  • It is now possible to set (ON/OFF) output of MIDI notes when PAD is pressed.
    ( [UTILITY] > [SYSTEM] > [MIDI] > [PAD Note Out] )
  • Fade-out (ENVELOPE) is enabled when sample playback with GATE set to "ON" is stopped (release finger from PAD).
  • A "ONE-SHOT Playback function" has been added that plays a sample only once when the pad is pressed.
    * While the sample is playing, pressing the pad again will not re-trigger (re-sound) it.
    ( Hold down the [VALUE] knob and press the [GATE] button to activate the one-shot parameter. )
  • The sample is played at the same time as the screen saver is released.
  • Remaining time is now displayed when the [REMAIN] button is pressed during sample playback.
  • A preview is now played when a sample is selected in COPY / DELETE / EXCHANGE / PAD LINK / MUTE GROUP operations.
  • Added audio file preview playback function when importing samples from SD card.
  • Added a function to scroll the file browser at high speed when importing samples from an SD card.
    ( In the file browser, hold down [MARK] and turn the [VALUE] knob. )
  • Supports SD cards up to 1 TB.
    * Please format the SD card on the SP-404MKII in advance.
    * When updating the SP-404MKII, please use an SD card of 32 GB or less.
  • File transfer speed (import/export) from "SP-404MKII App" has been increased by about 2 times.
    * Please download SP-404MKII App Version 3.00 or later from Roland Cloud.
  • Improved operational stability (latency) when playing multiple samples at the same time.
    ( By holding down the [VALEU] knob and pressing the [SUB PAD] button, you can minimize variations in pronunciation. )
  • Improved the operational stability of the MIDI clock output from the SP-404MKII.
  • You can now adjust the timing of the sounds and MIDI Clock output from the SP-404MKII.
    ( [UTILITY] > [SYSTEM] > [MIDI] > [SYNC Delay] > 0 ms - 20 ms (Default : 2ms))
  • Changed the startup screen at power-on.

Bug Fixes
The following bugs have been fixed.
  • UNDO is not possible on the Chromatic/16 Velocity screen during pattern recording.
  • Type does not switch when changing Scatter's Type parameter at high speed.
  • Certain mp3 files cannot be imported from SD card.
  • Extra space around the start point when resampling a pattern.
  • Minor bugs.
[ Ver.2.01 ] AUG 2022
Bug Fixes
The following bugs have been fixed.
  • Pop noise occurs when MFX "404 VinylSim" samples are played with "NOISE = 0".
  • When recording is started from the LINE IN jack(s) with Auto Trig Level, pop noise is mixed in the recorded sample.
  • If you hit the [HOLD] button quickly during pattern playback, it freezes.
  • When setting the Start Point/End Point, loop playback under certain conditions freezes.
  • MIDI OUT does not work during TR-REC.
    * It is now possible to select a PAD in which no sample has been saved.
  • SNAP to Zero-Cross function does not work properly in CHOP.
  • Other minor bugs.
[ Ver.2.00 ] JUL 2022
Additional Functions / Functionality Improvements
Please refer to the "SP-404MKII Reference Manual (Version 2.00)" for detailed information in the [ Owner's Manuals ].

< PATTERN SEQUENCER >
  • Chromatic Mode can now be recorded into patterns.
    ( While pattern recording, hold down [SHIFT] and press [PAD4]. )
  • TR-REC (step recording) function has been added.
    ( Press [REMAIN] in the PATTERN SETTING when pattern recording starts. Or hold down [SHIFT] and press [REC] during pattern playback. )
  • The number of Undo steps for pattern recording has been expanded from 8 to 16.
    ( During pattern recording, hold down [SHIFT] and press [PATTERN SELECT]. )
  • The number of pattern length can be selected from 1 to 64.
    ( In the PATTERN SETTING, turn the [C2] knob. )
  • The time signature setting has been extended to 1/4 - 7/4.
    ( In the PATTERN SETTING, hold down [SHIFT] and turn the [C2] knob. )
  • Added progress bar during pattern playback.
  • Pattern can now be copied during pattern playback.
  • Pattern playback is not stopped when pattern recording is exited.
  • Patterns can now be selected without playback.
    ( Press [PAD1] - [PAD16] while holding down the [VALUE] knob at the pattern select. )
  • Patterns can be selected by MIDI program change (PC).
< CHROMATIC MODE >
  • Polyphony/Legato playback is now available in chromatic mode.
    ( Push [REMAIN], Polyphony:Fast Blink, Legato:Slow Blink )
  • Scale input is now available in Chromatic Mode.
    ( Scale select:press the [VALUE] knob. Scale Note select:Hold down [ROLL] and turn the [VALUE] knob. )
< PITCH / SPEED >
  • When VINYL MODE is set to "No," the following VARI-ENCODE types can be selected according to the sample to minimize the sound quality degradation (higher sound quality) when PITCH/SPEED is changed.
    BACKING
    Suitable for instruments with attenuation. It is especially suitable for phrases that include instruments with a distinct attack (Drums, Percussion, Guitar rhythm, etc.).
    ENSEMBLE
    Suitable for sustained instruments. Especially suited for smooth tone changes (e.g. Strings, Bass).
< DJ MODE >
  • Added Quick Loop (ROLL) function in DJ Mode.
    ROLL playback : Hold down [ROLL] and press [PAD13(CH1)] / [PAD15(CH2)].
    ROLL size change : Hold down [SHIFT] and press [ROLL].
    Change the size during ROLL : Hold down [ROLL] and press [PAD1] - [PAD4]).
  • Added crossfader to DJ Mode.
    ( Push [START/END] to switch to CUE fader.)
  • Patterns can be played in DJ Mode.
    Select pattern: press [PATTERN SELECT].
    Switching the pattern dedicated CH: press [PATTERN EDIT]
< EFFECTS >
  • "Cloud Delay", "SX Delay", "SX Reverb" and "BackSpin" has been added to MFX.
    Hold down [MFX] and [ISOLATOR], press [PAD1] - [PAD4]. Or hold down [MFX] and turn the [VALUE] or [C3] knob.
  • "Harmony" has been added to INPUT FX.
    ( [INPUT SETTING] > [INPUT FX] )
  • Effect parameters can now be changed by MIDI control change (CC).
  • Samples not sent to BUS1 and BUS2 (DRY) can now be sent to BUS3.
    ( [UTILITY] > [EFX SET] > [OTHER] > [DRY Routing] > [BUS 3] )
  • Added shortcut to temporarily bypass BUS 3 and BUS4.
    ( Hold down the [VALUE] knob, press [BUS FX] )
< OTHER >
  • Reverse playback similar to SP-303 can now be selected.
    ( [UTILITY] > [SYSTEM] > [GENERAL] > [Reverse Type] > [303] )
  • Skip Back Sampling Time can be extended to 40 seconds.
    ( [UTILITY] > [SYSTEM] > [GENERAL] > [SBS Time] > [Long] )
  • USB audio input can be sent directly to LINE OUT without going through INPUT FX and BUS FX.
    ( [UTILITY] > [SYSTEM] > [GENERAL] > [USB IN] > [LINE IN, MIX OUT] )
  • When setting the START/END point, pressing [RESAMPLE] can now be set to the zero crosspoint (SNAP to Zero-Cross).
  • When setting a loop point, preview playback is now started from the loop point.
  • Sample file names can now be displayed in Cue mode.
  • Holding [SHIFT] and pushing [EXIT] will now stop all sample playback.
  • When selecting a sample to pad mute, the LED color has been improved to make it easier to see the pad that is playback.
  • The LED of pads are now changed to the customized color during the START/END and ENVELOPE mode.
  • The parameters that can be changed simultaneously for multiple samples in a Mute Group on the PITCH/SPEED screen have been expanded. [ BPM, BPM SYNC, GATE, LOOP, REVERSE ]
    ( On the PITCH/SPEED screen, hold down [COPY] to change parameters. )
  • The ENVELOPE parameters of multiple samples in a mute group can now be changed simultaneously.
    ( At the ENVELOPE screen, hold down [COPY] and change the parameter. )
Bug Fixes
The following bugs have been fixed.
  • In CHOP mode, under certain conditions, if you assign to a pad that has the original sample. Fixed a problem in which the assigned sample would disappear.
  • Other minor bugs.
[ Ver.1.16 ] APR 2022
  • The version number was updated due to production-related circumstances.
  • Product specifications are unaffected.
[ Ver.1.15 ] APR 2022
Bug Fixes
  • Fixed a bug in which selecting the MFX "Tape Echo" would freeze under certain conditions.
  • Fixed a bug in which the MIDI IN jack would freeze when receiving a non-standard signal.
[ Ver.1.14 ] JAN 2022
Additional Functions / Functionality Improvements
  • Sample (pad) playback can now be independently muted (Pad Mute).
    (Hold down [SHIFT] + [REVERSE] and select the sample you want to mute.)
  • Pad-muted samples can now be monitored via headphones (CUE).
    ( [UTILITY] > [GENERAL] > [Pad MUTE] > [Master] )
  • The PITCH and SPEED parameters of multiple samples in a mute group can now be changed simultaneously.
    (At the PITCH/SPEED screen, hold down [COPY] and change the parameter.)
  • Samples selected in the chromatic mode can now be played by MIDI input from an external source (CH16: C2 [36] through C4 [60]).
  • The end point of a sample can now be set automatically during sampling or resampling by pressing [START/END] (END SNAP).
  • It is now possible to change to the pad mode (for sample playback by pressing the pads) by pressing the [HOLD] button while in the DJ mode.
  • It is now possible to change the bus destination by holding down [REMAIN] and pressing [CUE] (pad 14 or pad 16) while in the DJ mode.
  • Note numbers received via MIDI IN during pattern recording can now be simultaneously recorded in the pattern.
  • During pattern recording, the GATE parameters of respective samples can now be changed.
  • In the PATTERN EDIT mode, patterns in a loop passage can now be deleted as a group for each respective pad.
  • Patterns can now be changed immediately during pattern playback by holding down [SUB PAD] and selecting a different pad.
  • Note numbers corresponding to pads can now be output externally via MIDI OUT during pattern playback.
    ( [UTILITY] > [MIDI] > [SEQ Note Out] > [ON] )
  • The display can now be turned off after a specified interval has elapsed.
    ( [UTILITY] > [GENERAL] > [Scrn Saver Type] > [DispOff] )
  • How samples are played back at switching between patterns during pattern playback can now be specified.
    ( [UTILITY] > [GENERAL] > [PTN Change mode] )
  • The displayed time of popups can now be set.
    ( [UTILITY] > [GENERAL] > [Pop-up Time] )
  • The gain for audio output via PHONES OUT can now be set to a lower level.
    ( [UTILITY] > [GAIN] > [Phones Out] )
  • The BPM SYNC parameter for all samples in a bank can now be set to ON or OFF.
    ( [SHIFT] + [BPM SYNC] )
  • The GATE parameter for the [EXT SOURCE] pad can now be set and can now also be recorded in a pattern.
  • Operation when split samples are assigned to respective pads in the CHOP mode has been improved.
  • Operation when importing samples from an SD card has been improved.
  • Buttons that are not used in a live performance can now be disabled (LIVE MODE).
    (Hold down [SHIFT] and press and hold [REMAIN] for 3 seconds or larger.)
Bug Fixes
The following bugs have been fixed.
  • During sample playback (GATE set to ON and HOLD set to ON), playback stops when the BUS destination is changed while pressing [REMAIN].
  • During pattern recording, in rare cases, the final note sometimes fails to be recorded.
  • When a sample having a fixed velocity is played in the chromatic mode, the velocity is unfixed.
  • Other minor bugs.
[ Ver.1.13 ] NOV 2021
Functionality Improvement
  • Velocity can now be set to a fixed value for individual pads.
Bug Fixes
The following bugs have been fixed.
  • Minor bugs.
[ Ver.1.11 ] OCT 2021
Additional Functions
  • A Skip Back Sampling function has been added.
  • A Pattern Chain function has been added.
  • A customization function for the opening image has been added.
  • A customization function for the screensaver has been added.
  • INPUT FX have been added, for an increase from 2 types to 16 types.
  • The Favorite numbers for BUS FX have been expanded from 4 to 16.
  • An Effect Grab function has been added.
  • An EFX knob mode has been added.
  • A function for swapping the effects assigned to BUS 1 and BUS 2 has been added.
Functionality Improvements
  • During sample editing, it is now possible to listen to a preview several seconds before an end point.
  • During pattern playback, it is now possible to press the [REC] button and shift to pattern recording.
  • It is now possible to move from the 16 Velocity/Chromatic mode to the Resample mode.
  • Multiple samples can now be imported from an SD card in one group.
  • Previewing is now possible when importing samples from an SD card.
  • Subfolders are now supported when importing samples from an SD card.
  • The content of the screen display in the DJ mode has been improved.
  • The displayed content of effect parameters has been improved.
  • The number of sounds produced during ROLL playback has been improved from 1 to 4 samples.
  • The sampled input source is now selectable (Mix or ExtIn).
  • A sample after a CHOP operation can now be overwritten.
  • The parameters subject to a factory reset are now selectable (ALL DATA or SYSTEM).
  • The color of LEDs on the 16PAD can now be set as desired.
  • The GATE parameter for all samples in a bank can now be switched on and off.
  • All samples in a bank or all patterns in a bank can now be copied to another bank or deleted.
  • The destination bus can now be set as a group for all samples in a bank.
  • It is now possible to specify the project to load when starting the unit.
  • The function of the [SUB PAD] button in the Sample mode can now be specified.
Bug Fixes
The following bugs have been fixed.
  • Minor bugs.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR SP-404MKII
  • SP-404MKII
  • An SD card
  • A personal computer with a SD Card Reader/Writer.

CAUTION WHEN PERFORMING THE UPDATE
  • Never apply this update data to any product other than the SP-404MKII. This update data may destroy the data or system program of other products.
  • Never power-off your SP-404MKII while the update is in progress!
    If a power failure or similar accident occurs during the update process, the SP-404MKII won't be able to start up in normal operating mode. This will require servicing, so you will need to contact Roland service center near you if this occurs.
  • We regret that we are unable to answer questions regarding the update procedure using this system program. Please perform the update responsibly, following the directions given in this document.

GETTING THE UPDATE FILE
Please open/extract the downloaded "sp404mk2_sys_v302.zip" file on your computer to get the "sp404mk2_sys_v302" folder.
Please make sure you have unzipped the downloaded update file.

PROCEDURE FOR THE UPDATE
  1. Format an SD card as described in "Formatting an SD Card" of "SP-404MKII Quick Start".
  2. Copy the update files (SP404MKII_APP0.bin, SP404MKII_APP1.bin) to the root folder of the SD card described above using a personal computer.
  3. Insert the SD card described above into the SD card slot on the unit.
  4. Hold down [ SHIFT ] and turn on the power.
    [ UPDATE SURE? ] is displayed on the screen.
  5. Press the [ PUSH ENTER ] knob.
    The update starts.
    * Never turn off the power while the update is in progress.
    When [ UPDATE COMPLETE! ] appears, the update has finished.
  6. Turn the SP-404MKII power off and remove the SD card from the SP-404MKII.
  7. Please verify the version number "1.15" with the procedure described in "HOW TO TELL THE VERSION" part of this document.
  8. Hold down the [ SHIFT ] button and press the pad [ 13 ].
    The UTILITY MENU screen appears.
  9. Use the [ VALUE ] knob to select "FACTORY", and press the [ VALUE ] knob.
    The UTILITY / FACTORY RESET screen appears.
  10. Turn the [ VALUE ] knob to select the "SYSTEM DATA", and press the [ VALUE ] knob to confirm.
    A confirmation message appears, asking if you want to initialize the data.
  11. If you wish to initialize, turn the [ VALUE ] knob to select "OK", and press the [ VALUE ] knob.
    The message "Please Power OFF" appears.
  12. Turn this unit's power off, and then on again.

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