SP-FORUMS

i got a 404, love it.

i want a 555, cuz it's got the little things that make my workflow so much easier.

but there's one thing holdin me back.

i love the vinyl compressor on the 404. i use it a lot.

is there anything on the 555 that compares, i prefer that subtle sound it has, the regular one is a little sharp.

No

But you can keep the 404 just for that its actually pretty fresh to use the 2 machines together. Alot of advantages. Just save a bit more and keep both ! and when civilization crumbles you can use your 404 on scrounged up batteries !

yeah, i've thought about that, but idk if i got the money to do that. that would be the ideal situation though.

It might not be possible to make a mini solar panel that is adapted to the battery pack on the SP-404, then you can go Bear Grylls with style rhythm after civilization crumbles.

well, i think what i might do is try and trade my 404 for the 555 or sell, and then maybe buy one later down the road when i get a job (i'm 16).

well if your 16 then the battery power is essential ! to it school and make beats instead of paying attention to your teachers nonsense I would say just save up. Watch for deals on craigslist and whatnot. Or sell other stuff like your TV or video game system.

...like DJ frantic suggested:" its actually pretty fresh to use the 2 machines together. Alot of advantages." AGREE!
555 comes with lot of spiced up features... but I dont´t wanna miss 404 as mobile sound- library (cool to make beatz out of street-noize...), as well as for its more neutral (and expandable) drum-presets,etc.....
TOGETHER..they´re an extra dimension, like "959"~ Cheers!

by he way: http://www.myspace.com/avocadoaudiolab

bob