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I've had my SP-505 for about three weeks now. I definitely love the features for the price and I'm generally happy with it. I'm really impressed that it has digital inputs, which you might not expect in this price range.
Here are my complaints:
First, the thing seems to have a really slow processor. Anytime I have to process my samples, it takes longer than it seems like it should. It's just generally sluggish.
Second, importing samples from the Smart Media is INCREDIBLY SLOW. I have no idea what it's doing to the samples as it imports them, but it takes a long time, whatever it is. I spent three hours the other day importing a dozen samples.
Third, their loop sync algorithm really sucks. The SP-505 has a feature where you can take loops at different tempos and synchronize them, much like Acid software. But when I do, I get VERY noticeable audio artifacts. So their algorithm is nowhere near that of Acid.
My final complaint is the screen. It's awesome it's got a little LCD screen, but it's of pretty low quality. Mine has a few vertical lines where the pixels are darker or lighter than they should be.
I'm not using it as a drum machine at all, but as a sampler, triggering loops and sound effects and stuff. And for that it works pretty well. I haven't tried the sequencer yet, or making my own drum patterns, so I can't comment on that.
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