MPC 2000XL vs SP 404?
TheKindCromang
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Been thinking about trading my MPC 2000XL for an SP 404. Seems like you can do a lot more live shit (on the fly) with the SP and maybe it's a little bit more flexible?
Looking online the value has really dropped on MPC 2000s. I bought mine for $800 when I got it back In the early 2Ks. Seems like $500 is the going rate these days?
Any thoughts, feedback, anecdotes, or information is appreciated!
Looking online the value has really dropped on MPC 2000s. I bought mine for $800 when I got it back In the early 2Ks. Seems like $500 is the going rate these days?
Any thoughts, feedback, anecdotes, or information is appreciated!
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Personally I reckon the Roland SP's processing degrades the sounds too much - but there is no mistaking that you can get that Madlib sound (think "In Search Of Stoney Jackson" instrumentals) with 2 tweeks of an SP EQ pot. It's crazy.
Most samplers have their strong points and their faults. MPC2000/xl has a strong sequencer but the sound is nothing special (IMO).
Strong Arm Steady - In Search of Stoney Jackson (Full Album)
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