Roland SP-404 Importing WAV/AIFF Files From a Computer
1. Format a Compact Flash card with the SP-404 and insert it into a card reader connected to your computer.
2. Go to your computer. If any windows pop up, close them.
Note: On Macs, FUGUEFAT will show up as a drive on your desktop. On PCs, it will appear in your My Computer folder.
3. Drag your .WAV or AIFF files (8 or 16-bit, 44.1kHz only) directly into the FUGUEFAT folder.
4. Eject the SP-404 drive from your computer. On Macs, drag the drive to the trash. On PCs, click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the bottom right-hand corner of the screen.
5. Insert the card back into the SP-404, making sure Pattern Select is not lit.
6. While holding cancel, press Resample. FiL will appear in the display. After this, press record. iNP appears in the display and the pads will start flashing.
7. Press one of the bank buttons to select the destination bank. Press the import destination pad. Record will start flashing.
8. Press record and when the dots in the display stop flashing, your import is complete!
Helpful Links
How do I record the audio from my Roland TR-8 over USB?
Intro to Pro Tools: Importing Audio
Roland SPD-S Notes on Importing Audio Files (.WAV/AIFF)
How can I import ProTools Sessions into Logic Audio Platinum?
Roland MC-808 Importing WAV/AIFF Files From a Computer
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