sp-505?

[iceman10]

I have toyed arond with my buddy's 404, and I was thinkin of getting one myself. I saw a used 505 listed for 200. I read up on it, and it seems to be a cool machine. Does anyone have one, and if so, is it good deal? Or, should I just save up the extra 2hundred and get the 404?
I'm looking to do simple phase and loop sampling, much like madlib and dilla(donuts).

[Dj Frantic]

Yea, I got a 505. I like the 404 better. But the 505 is not to be slept on. Its got some sick features and nice sound. If u got ne more detailed questions let me know.

[J.Daniels]

Doesnt the 505 have bpm sync? If so, then that would be alot better for looping. plus it has loads of other cool features.

I find the 404 seems to be more suited towards small disconnected chops as getting long samples to sync can be quite frustrating.

[Dj Frantic]

I dont really mess with long loops so I wouldnt know The BPM sync basically time stretches all your samples to fit the current tempo. Ive never actually used it so dont know how well it works. I do know you have to have your loop choped pefectly for it to work right.

[DJ Jayke Oneal]

...well basically I'm at a standstill with sequencing basic beats. I overstand the effects and sampling features...haven't done much wit chop'n yet....tips and tricks if you can provide for the 1, 2, 3 punch I'm open.

Dj Frantic, I got a good listen to ya site on myspace...I'm definitely dig'n the vibe. I'm an R & B singer by my gospel roots....let's do a collabo if ya feel.