My thought on the SP404 MKII - one month later
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- Today I’l be giving my thoughts on the 404MKII . Ive had it for about a month and enjoy using it and i love it but theres definitely things i feel a type of way about so join me as i take some time to unpack this machine and wrap my head around it.
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Shout out to everyone that’s popping up and showing love. I truly appreciate it 💙💙
I’m gonna work on getting the audio quality better next time and hopefully deliver better content so I’d appreciate it if y’all stuck around ☮️
MPC and 404 software is a DAW.
You sell yourself short, the only thing you lack is more confidence. Keep grinding.
subbed by min 1:00. insightful and eloquently worded.
appreciate this format; peaceful and deep, like a good talk with someone that just clicks with you.
build-up (script or no) flows very well,, points really resonate.
keep it up. you'll grow for sure.
Really appreciate the shout-out man! Glad to help you with the device and it was interesting to see your perspective on it!
Man your so goated for all the game you give. Thanks for checking out my video fr 💙🙏🏿
honest review that doesnt mystify the dawless experience
thanks man
I absolutely love mine, and the community that surrounds it. Great vids, thank you!
I love it too and the community clearly came out in spades for this one. Couldn’t appreciate everyone more 😭💙
I spent the first week with mine just playing with sound shaping. I'd hook my mic up and just capture shakers, my voice, ambient noise whatever. I have spent days just sending things through low/high pass filters and resampling over and over making sounds completely unrecognizable. I've given up on the idea of making music for now and just completely fallen in love with the process. I've played guitar and piano most of my life but this machine is - to me - way more fun and a completely new experience with music and sound that I've never experienced before. I literally just got it to lay down some beats and record musical sketches and I've been completely derailed.
It's my first piece of "DJ" gear, never really worked much with a DAW, either and it really blows my mind what all you can do even on the fly. I love the process but you nailed the negative of it, too. It's not the perfect machine, but it is great.
I really look forward to checking out more videos, man.
Peace I’m a hardware / software guy. Been doin this for a while and I’m learning everyday. 404 MKII is a beast. You are on the right path bruv. Trust me there will be MORE machines in your future … Salute🫡 👊🏾💯
Peace brother, I appreciate the kind words and I look forward to delving into the MPC series at some point soon!
Can't wait to see another future vid pop up. It seems frustrating learning it at first but then once you get used to it the fun is how it makes you explore without even realizing it. You'll just be trying random things you never initially intended to that will even become favorite go to effects. I started out seriously on the 404 earlier this year so I know whats coming with a few more months of experience for you. Its gonna be rad
Looking forward to it!
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Made this beat thinking about all that and how you shouldn't be afraid to fail and try new things
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I'm considering buying this one. I appreciate that you went over the time-sink and learning curve.
If you been seriously considering it, I’d give it my vote. I’m still not completely versed but it has given me daily surprises that I appreciate learning
Great video, thanks for your insights! I went the same route but chose the ONE as my first sampler. I think your explanation of the need to devote time to use and master this gear is spot on!
I imagine it’s similar on the One but I haven’t gotten a chance to try it for myself
Yo I’m right there with you man. My 404mk2 was my first stand alone sampler and it really felt nice disconnecting from the computer . I use Ableton and have a Push 2 as well as a Maschine but a total standalone sampler is next level and has really helped my production by being limited to that box . When ready to finalize the joint I’ll slap it into Ableton for mixing and mastering , etc
That’s a smart workflow, I might try to incorporate using it this way
You did an awesome job with this video. Keep it up, man! I'm stoked to see where you take your channel. 🙏
Thank you dog, it means a lot 🙏🏿💙
This video was very informative and good points, I too have been playing with it for the last month and noticed some similar observations as you. The way it finally "clicked" for me was picturing it as an insanely more powerful PO33. I know, weird take; but to me, after I thought of it like that, it clicked and I loved it!
Thanks for the dope content, worth subscribing and liking 🎉🎉
I appreciate the support for real dog 💙
I just picked up this machine myself the other day, in my humble opinion this is a great piece of gear and there is a lot to learn about it. I'm a person just starting off making videos myself, but I have none at the moment making beats. I own the AKAI MPC One and a few other Sequencers and drum machines, but I really like this machine and as you said in your video there are people explaining how to use the 404MKI. I'm still a beginner at this machine, but love learning the functionality and the capabilities it offers. I also like the portability of having a machine to take anywhere to create different effects and best when the time should arise. Keep up making videos !
Maybe you'd know the answer to this; I plan running a stereo synth into the back, can I also put another mono signal into the front input and have both the stereo signal + that mono signal run through it? (going through all the fx and such)
Just bought this device yesterday and came across your video. Coming from ableton and mpc ive always been intrigued by this machine. I appreciate your informative video. Definitely gonna sub for you bro.
I started on fl studio 5 back in the days and ended up getting the sp 404 OG a couple years after. I continued to use fl studio most of the time because it was faster than using the OG SP. But after I got the mk2 I love it. You're right, it's a very different and unique workflow but I get good results. There are drawbacks to learning a sampler after using a DAW for so long but it's worth it. Enjoyed your video alot thank you man.
I started with the SP303 and had alot of fun with it for years... now playing with the mk2 is a blast... big up!
After seeing the 303, I bet it’s an easy adjustment!
I have a few pieces of gear... some Synths and groove boxes... I snagged a 404 up.... This thing demands the most respect!!!! There's alot of diving involved... I know Im going to have to separate the 404 from everything and just focus on learning the ins and outs... but the process for me has been more rewarding than frustrating.... LOVE my 404!! 💪💓
This was a great breakdown, brother. I just got my Mk2 a few weeks ago, and as an MPC One User the workflow intimidated me a bit initially - but coming from using the Koala app, I had some bearing. It’s a FUN and powerful machine, and kind of a rule-less, messy way of making music with a host of possibility - and that’s why it’s so beloved! Having a blast with it so far. That said, great breakdown and vid - can’t wait to follow along and see more from you. Thank you for sharing. Also, tracks are 🔥. Best to you, fam. Peace!
Thank you. I appreciate you. Your video was very thorough and helpful. Keep up the great work!!
Right there with you man this my first beat machine got it 2 weeks ago trying to find all the tutorials and learn all i can
Trust me, if you keep using this device as much as you have been, in a few months you'll be very fluent when creating and everything will become second nature. As someone who learned to make music with the SX, I love hearing peoples opinions and thoughts about using any 404 to create music. I got the MK2 as soon as I was able to and I'm glad I did because its my favorite purchase I've ever made. You should definitely do an update at some point and compare your thoughts & I'm sure many others (including myself) would love to see it.
After this got so much love, I definitely plan on making an update in the future!
@@ProdShotclock awesome man I’m looking forward to it :)
Yo i feel you, i’ve had mine for 6 months now, just Keep on playing with it 😁 it gets better everyday
I loved your video 😁
Thank you dog! 💙
Nice summary
Just checked your channel and it seems like this is one of the only talking head format videos you've made like this.
I've got to say man, for someone with very few videos, you have a legitimate talent for this kind of content.
Clear, articulate and really interesting insights. Even your b-roll and staging has a lot of potential.
Hope you've got plans to persue this kind of creative outlet in future. You clearly have a talent for it!
Those beats you made in the background are 🔥🔥
Thank you dog, I been producing for a while so I hope my beats aren’t completely trash 😂
Thanks for the shoutout and sharing your thoughts on the sp! It’s definitely a learning curve and isn’t very simple to understand. That’s why I created a course around the mk2 specifically because it can do a lot, honestly too much. 😂
Nah the fact that you seen this is fire to me 😭 imma def check that out soon so I can get better with it
@@ProdShotclock damn bro you got Sarah’s attention… keep grinding you fine bro. I made 3 Talib Kweli tracks (samples never cleared and kinda embarrassed to this day about it tbh 😂) on the 303 so… you can use anything imo. Just gt Floyd Mayweather that ish and prefect it💯✌️
I haven’t used mine because I was intimidated by it. Going to check out the course I want to be good with this
oh damn one of the best SP creators! Really dope to see y'all commenting and watching these smaller vids. Your vids and classes have helped me so much and sharing your journey rather than just only finished tracks really speaks to me. Thanks for being rad
thanks for your insight bro. I'm a newbie too (but on the MPC one platform); I've been keeping my eye out on the 404mk2 tho, and you helped me decide to add one to my setup in the future. peace
That’s for putting this out there you seem like a genuine dude. I’m a sound designer scouring the innanette looking for a sampler. I’m between the SP 404, MPC one, or the new KO II.
Great video. Appreciate your perspective.
Yo Kai just saw your vid in the suggestion box, gotta say awesome video mad respect for shouting out other creators and for bringing an honest and level view to such a hyped device. The dawless setup can be a slippery slope to try to obtain without it revolving back around to become just a new form of a daw minus the computer. I have the sp-404 and I feel the same way having to menu dive thru what feels at times like an extensive string and pushpin map leaves something to be desired. Can't wait to see what else you put out! -Kole
Appreciate it fr! Thanks for checking my stuff out
Keep grindin bro. I came from MPC Live 2 Retro and it was driving me crazy, but now I haven't touch my MPC in months- except to check battery life and add some expansions to ssd.
Interesting perspective. I just got my 404 and learning it i found your video here. I have an MPC One but i got a 404 just because it is a battery operated sampler/sequencer. I'm one day in and it feels like the 404 is a winner. The portability is a huge pro. Excellent video, subscribed
they just decided to put the wrong batteries into that device, imagin it could fit two 18650 batteries but im happy im able to power it by usb-c and a powerbank
Great Video bro. I think that MPC has one of the best workflows. The SPs Efx are phenomenal.
I’ve heard it’s great! I’m looking into it soon cause I’d love to try it
Been an ableton and maschine head for the last several years. Had the 404 mk2 11 months, the learning curve and being sick as I got it has delayed me with it. Especially, the frustrations with it. Even with videos. Finally, getting more out of it. Glad the feeling is pretty universal
Yea it can be frustrating but I think it’s worth it to stick to it!
@@ProdShotclock I have been! And intend to, wanna take it with me everyday so I'm ahead on beatmaking
Really appreciate this video. I’m coming from the Novation Circuit Tracks/Rhythm workflow and I’ve been trying to decide whether to switch to the SP and a separate hardware synth to cover the same ground. The FX and performance aspect and the community are a huge selling point for me, but the workflow looks painful compared to where I’m at now.
Great video! Just the kind of opinion that is informing my decisions on whether or not to make a purchase while the item is currently marked down to 475. Loves the SP-303 and SP-808 but definitely had similar workflow gripes.
I have no experiences with those devices but I would assume it’s somewhat similar since their from the same lines
Great video. I look forward to spending more time getting to know my SP404-mk2. Liked and subscribed! I dig the background music as well. Cheers!
Thank you so much and I appreciate your support for real 💙
@@ProdShotclock You are welcome!
I just got my SP last week. I’ve never worked on any SP before and hated the MPC workflow (bought and sold 4 MPCs). This device is great and hands on. You can get lost in it as the time flies by. Pick one thing, practice that each day and slowly it will come together. The problem I see is people trying to learn 100% of it decently instead of 50% of it God tier. I’m fine if I never touch DJ mode. 🤷🏾♂️.
I own the 404mkii…. Had it for months… HAVNT really used it.
Own the digitakt, digitone, octatrack mkii, and a korg minilouge xd.
LOVE those.
I don’t make hip hop …like…. Not even a lil LOL.
But I dig your content my guy. Here’s to years of exponential growth to you and your channel!
your beats in the background are sick!
Great video man, I just got a 404 mk2 and I’ve been finding it way easier to use than a DAW. I played guitar for a decade and some drums so I needed something tangible to make beats with. DAWs just don’t make sense to me so maybe it’s a vice versa thing. If your good with a DAW then a machine might be a little more difficult at first.
Hey bro welcome to YT
Thank you dog, I’m gonna go hard at this and really try to improve my quality over time 💙
It's not just a device for hip hop producers, but for people in bands, DJs use it for stems (one shots basically) You can also use it for electronic drums. You can also use it to record vocals if you don't have a daw around. And use it as a guitar fx pedal. It's a swiss army knife of music production as far as hardware goes. I wish they could allow you to change the screen settings, maybe different fonts or colors would be nice.
My monitors nearly crushed my ears because of that ventilator sound in your video !
Youre right the 404 community is great, each one teach one love it.
the most important part when you decice to go the 404 road is to give this device time and put effort in it, to learn the workflow, i came from a mpc background (rack mpc in the 90s and later 1k series) and im honest the first months i was close to send the device back because my mpc hardwired brain could not handle the workflow, but the suffering was worth it i wont look back now
why switch from the mpc to the 404? its simple the mpc (live) is just another daw, i tend to get lost in the infinite possibilies and my creativity suffers, with the 404 i get alot more output and its such a great tool, resampling efx monster!
On the mpc u can set up the pads to Mute each track to play back or arrange your beats...
I'm switching from about 5 years in FLStudio now, 😮 thanks for making this vid. I'm trying to figure out if I'm gonna get an MC707 or a MKII for live performance
Peace brother, MPC ONE & 404 user here, I'll be on this journey with you.
Peace brother, I look forward to creative journey too, let’s make some magic 🔥
Great video, keep dooing it bud!
I’m dropping another soon!
I do not own the 404 myself but from what I've heard it's an awesome piece of gear as u have said. I hear what you're saying about the complexities of the device & the high learning curve. Due to its size and small screen it makes it even more difficult to learn. As a longtime owner of many different musical devices I would recommend you start off with the maschine MK3. It has a highly intuitive workflow the buttons and knobs are organized in a logical manner. It also includes a massive amount of beats included with the purchase. The frustration you mentioned with a higher learning curve I've experienced with other devices myself but you won't experience this with the maschine MK3. The big thing now is portability and all the big names are jumping in on it including NI with the standalone maschine. I would not suggest a beginner getting it because without the use of a computer screen it's more difficult to learn. Sometimes too many features are packed into a small device and trying to navigate the interface using a tiny screen such as the 404 will result in nothing but frustration which should not be the case when making music.
I will definitely consider it! Thanks for the game!
about to get one soon. was gonna cop this week but im putting if off a liittle
Every piece of hardware takes time to learn, but I do think that the mk2 just isn't a Centre piece. I'm dawless and use an SX & a mk2 in my setup. The mk2 has found its way to the end point of my setup, so I can dj with the music I produce, but its also at the start of the process too, I like to craft samples on it first, then import them to other devices.
I will say this about them tho... they're just damn fun to use.
subbed, nice work
In regards to the “daw in a box” claim, I think this is by far your best bet for a first one. You mention the MPC and yeah, it is a better example of a standalone device but it’s still only about 1.5x the daw for more than twice the price lol. Tbh personally I’d say this is definitely the most affordable option for most people who are just looking for something other than a daw.
(Btw great vid👍 keep it up bro)
It’s a great machine for sure, but I def feel like there are things I’m not accustomed to that are easy to do in a DAW, like sidechaining
Mpc one isn't twice the price lmao.
a laptop will never outclass a beat machine.
I’m here trying to justify keeping mines. I come from using MPCs since the 2000xl and most Roland products are a learning curve. When I bought the MV8000/8800 I got rid of it so quickly and went back to Akai. I got caught up with the hype from videos saying the MPC and 404 is heaven on earth( I’m being sarcastic)lol
not many people know you cant just load a sample then pitch shift it, you have to match the projects bpm to the samples then record it and the pitch shift will come out way cleaner. It works the same way with some other efx too
Babe wake up new shotclock vid dropped
I was thinking about getting one, but I don’t have time to learn it.
Subscribed! I love your vibe :))
Thanks for subbing!
Thanks for the video bro. You have gained a subscriber.
Hella appreciated! Thank you for joining the gang 💙
My experience EXACTLY. Each piece of gear has its standout features and its crippling workflows. You have to WANT to master a piece of gear to get the most out of it. My biggest issue with almost ALL of these beatboxes/groove machines is the lack of simple track by track transfer to a DAW. That should be basic! It's like MS applications, (Excel, Word). They ALL do amazing things but no one person is a masters ALL functions in any one of them.
Im too in love with my SX to upgrade too the MKII, lol hope im not sleeping on something lol.
For me few very important functions missing
Name Samples and project
Proper Sidechain effect
Proper Envelope
and a Solo function (other than mute function)
I hope they will implement those in the next update!
Side chain is on my wishlist for sure
I suggest to give yourself a month or two to become a Jedi on this machine. Watch videos, read manuals. Then you will really get the most out of it. It was something I had to do when it was on back order. It helped a lot. Newer features are great like recording automation and mute performance is 🔥
I stay in the lab, when I get full control over it, I’ll def be back to give y’all more perspective 💙
I sold my mk2 recently. It was the compressor, vinyl sim, workflow, and the pads which didnt cut it. Instead I bought an estra SX.
I liked and subscribed before I finished watching.
When I first got mines out the box I didn't know I would like it first 24, after one year plus the updates I love the 404 mk2, it's like my mini mpc, I recommend grabbing a usb ripcord to save on batteries
I def gotta invest in that!
I've never used the 404, but I did have a 303. Around 10 years ago, I bought an SP303 and an MPC 4K at the same time. The 4K is supposed to be a "deep" machine with a bit of a learning curve, so I expected the SP303 to be the easier machine to learn because I knew that it was a more advanced version of the Roland MS-1 which I had way back in the day. I thought I'd be using the SP most of the time and slowly getting a grip on the 4K. Exactly the opposite was the case. I had the 4K mastered in no time. It was turning into an extension of my mind while I made it do backflips and the 303 just ended up on the shelf collecting dust. Honestly, I found the 303 to be really difficult to get used to, just totally counter intuitive and required the manual to do anything. I ended up selling it. Maybe it's actually easy and I just didn't get it or spend enough time with it. Whatever lol. I still have the 4K to this day.
i can relate to that, back in the days me as a mpc user i tried the first 404 and i could not understand how someone could use that "calculator" workflow instead of a mpc1000 - now im a 404 mk2 owner and i love it ;)
I just bought one, usually I use a DAW. Actually u write lyrics more than anything but sometimes do beats to fill the gaps on my album for a specific sound. So ima learn this, I’m tryna use it for fun and to make beats. Hope I can learn it easily. At first was gonna just cop a cheap sampler for fun but then just thought why not get this
I am a keys player that primarily works in Ableton. I am currently taking a hard look at an MPC one. The question my wife has, is what can one of these boxes do that Ableton does not. Especially if the work flow is not as intuitive.
That’s a really fair question to ask! I wouldn’t get a piece of u don’t have a long term plan for having it
You gotta look directly at the camera whenever you're speaking; Reading off the computer screen while the camera is showing the side of your face ruins the connection you're trying to establish with your viewers.
Other than that everything's good. Good luck on hitting 10K, I know you'll get there in no time.
I’ll be sure to next time
informative keep them coming
Great explanation for Newcomers.
Thanks! I def think I can be better at my articulation but I know that only comes with time
Really intrigued by the 404 but settled for Koala Sampler at the moment as the 404 isn’t within my budget rn. I’m super satisfied with the ease of use that Koala has when sampling literally anything I find. Still considering the 404
Any hardware that has software that includes midi, audio sequencer, mixer, effects and sound generators on a screan is DAW software on a device with dedicated hardware controls.
I had one for almost a year. I wanted to incorporate it into my setup. Unfortunately, Maschine has me so spoiled that I found myself constantly frustrated, so I ended up selling it.
Real asf, there are def machines that do what it does better
@@ProdShotclock one of my coworkers LOVES his 404. But being on Maschine for over 10 years (I got my first one when it was less than a year old) I got used to visually "seeing" everything. The 404 is dope, I just had too much trouble trying adjusting to it's workflow. #lackofpatience
the beat playing at the 3 minute mark is fire! Did you make that?
Every beat in these videos are ones I made!
I also have a love/hate relationship with this machine. I’ve always been DAWless but this was my first SP. It’s one of the most fun boxes I’ve owned and definitely leads to some unique outcomes that I would not have achieved elsewhere but it’s definitely not a good center piece for a DAWless setup. Elektron or AKAI devices are far more useful as centerpieces. I seem to outnumbered on this opinion but I find the effects to be mostly garbage. I find that it sounds lofi enough that I don’t need to use the lofi effects and for reverbs, delays and chorus’ I have pedals that are vastly superior. All that is fine for me though, what my absolute biggest gripe is that I cannot label my samples on the device when saving, it requires setting it up to a computer and that 100 percent negates the purpose of a standalone unit. Without being able to organize samples on the device itself I just resample them to my Elektron’s. This gives me more control and better sequencing options but it also uses up tracks that I’d just assume assign to the SP, and it also means the samples are baked however I had them in the SP so I’m losing that flexibility. That sloppiness to the workflow is very liberating and creative for me but it sucks when I’m trying to actually create a complete song.
This accurately catches some of my thoughts on it. I think it would be a great side piece instead of a main piece in a rig so right now I’m trying to use it more in conjunction with FL Studio
Great job with the video. Your explanation and reasons were spot on. Those beats were knocking too. Just gotta lower the volume when you're talking though, it was hard to hear some of the things your were saying. Otherwise keep banging them videos out.
Thank you, I plan to work on that for the next video
Considering buying it. How long did it take you to learn this device? Do you find it intuitive?
I have the sp404 mk2. What I hate the most is the sequencer. They should make an MPC that size and portable.
Hell yeah sp404mk2 rules
And don't forget, bro....they been updating it pretty regular. I think the machine is only going to get better :)
I came in shortly after the 3.0 update and the features they added are always being used, especially copying pad banks to other projects
This is the first time I will admit it....I have barely used my MK2. I have jammed on it a few times and felt really good about it but it is literally not being used now because I have so much going on in my life and I can barely concentrate on making music. I have a Microfreak too, love them to bits but I admit I am the problem, not them.
I have my SP404mk2 now for 2 month. Never used an SP before. I learned a lot with youtube and I am using it mostly like a standalone DAW replacement to create full tracks. Learning curve was ok for me, I used an MPC500 in the past and that thing was way more complicated imho. Unfortunately my MPC500 is broken, that‘s why I bought the SP. It does a good job so far but I am missing some features like sidechain compression/ducking and I am struggling with some stuff like motion recording of FX is out of sync. For live jams, I am mostly missing a feature to record from ext-in while playing a pattern. I want to be able to e.g. play a synth and record it like a live looper. However, I still feel I am only scratching the surface right now, there‘s a lot of potential in that box. I tend to GAS but my GF brought me back to earth a couple of weeks ago when I told her how Burial made his Untrue album. She asked me, if he was able to do it without a DAW, why do you need more devices? And that‘s totally true. The SP is a a beast. Not only for lofi hip hop fingerdrumming.
Since I’ve gotten the SP I’ve been trying to fight GAS, but I think I could get use to the SP. everyone is telling me the MPC is also a powerhouse so I’m super interested in that as well. At the end of the day, it’s our creativity that really pushes how much we get out of the machine
i purchased the MPC Live 2 as my first standalone beat machine. I recently picked up SP404MKII and the Sonicware Live Lofi. By far...MPC Live 2...is the most easiest to learn (the touch screen is GODsend). im on my mpc at least 1 hour a day. im slowly learning SP404 and Sonicware lofi. i just learned how to connect those machines to my mpc...to use the effects and sounds on my mpc. im saying all this to say...if you can...pickup one of the mpcs...get used to it first...and trickle down and learn the SP404 or other machines. or just flatout follow other youtubers to assist you with the SP404 learning.
fire video
It's a beast the only thing I'm waiting for is sidechain.
That would be so damn nice, i really wish it was a feature they put in asap
Would this be useful to pair with an motif es6 or just go for an mpc?
great video bro, subscribed 🙏
Thank you dog 💙 appreciate u checking my channel out
You have a wonderful way of explanation. However, I would offer a counterpoint to your "cons" with a statement and a question: The 404 is a musical instrument. What musical instrument can be played perfectly after just picking it up without months, even years of practice?
None at all to be fair, really good point
Need that update fam. With the 4.04 update I don’t think this is the same sampler from master year.
W video gang I coped it like 2 weeks ago
out of curiosity, what was the name of the retreat?
great video
I'm new to these devices... I wanted you to answer a question for me... why if I apply effects to the buses of a beat I'm making, does it affect all my projects? I'm a little confused with that...thanks
This was pretty valuable
That’s all I’m hoping to do man, thank you 💙
@@ProdShotclock much love
I have to say alot of the stuff I see done on a sp-404mk11 just doesn't seem musical.
I am over 60 so I have always heard music that had rhythm, everything had a rhythm. Super slow music like "music for airports" and "no pussyfooting" from eno still had a rhythm. Prog rock had dudes who could change time signatures every 4 bars live without a click-track, but everyone was in time. Then hip-hop came along and everyone's songs were really heavy beats that had a rhythm. the drops were in time. The music was in time the spaces between the music had a rhythm.
I see lots of clips with MPC players and even if I think their music is boring it still has rhythm and a beat. But so many sp-404 clips are just random hits no melody no rhythm...and no beats. So the sp-404 mk11 seems to have so much tech in it but it doesnt make its users musical. I had a tb-303 and it was so easy to make random stuff but it still inspired people to make music.
So I got a sp-404mk11 and started looking at everything and noticed this statistic.
The SP404 Mk2 is a brilliant machine with great built in effects. It’s not for me personally but it’s a great device for those who get it. Not everything is for everybody. I prefer working with MPCs.
Music creation itself has a lot of complexities. Sit someone who has no musical experience in front of a piano. It will be some time before they can create something worth hearing. Anything worth learning takes time.
Hey, you may be able to answer this for me; I plan running a stereo synth into the back, can I also put another mono signal into the front input and have all three run through it? (going through all the fx and such)
Great video. What is the beat playing at 2:15?
An unreleased beat, it’s on my beatstars currently tho!
@@ProdShotclock Thanks I really appreciate it .
Never been too big on the 404, cool fx (kinda cheap sounding tho) good for playing gigs but the pads too small and the seq and pitch shift are not good IMO
Super valid criticisms. I’ve had my gripes but I’m learning to enjoy it for what it does well