Main Features

Quick and easy sampling (p. 26, p. 42)

The SP-606 lets you use any of three sampling modes, whichever is most convenient for your situation. EXT SEQ SAMPLING makes it easy to capture a loop phrase of the appropriate length from an external MIDI device. With no need for settings or editing, sampling is quick and easy.

Sample from a variety of sources (p. 12, p. 84)

You can sample audio sources from the analog or digital inputs, or even via the USB connection, giving you the flexibility to use any type of source.

Use the Chop function to automatically divide phrases (p. 53)

The SP-606 provides a Chop function, which automatically divides an audio phrase into several one-shot samples. The divided samples can be rearranged randomly, combined, or used to create a virtually infinite number of variations.

Velocity-sensitive pads are ideal for creating grooves (p. 23, p. 30)

The sixteen velocity-sensitive pads are a superb way to program grooves with natural-sounding dynamics, and also offer great potential for realtime performance.

In addition, pad 16 can operate as a Sub Pad, which remembers and plays the same sound as the previously played pad. This gives you much more freedom for performance expression, such as letting you use both hands to play rolls or repeated notes.

Four-track pattern sequencer (p. 54)

In addition to realtime input, you can use two different step-input methods: the standard “Step Rec Note,” in which you specify each note for input; and “Step Rec Smpl,” in which the length of the sample you input determines the timing of the next sample. These input methods accommodate a wide range of track-making situations.

BPM (tempo) sync capability (p. 52)

Any phrase sample can be freely made to follow the tempo of the internal sequencer. Since you can adjust the BPM in real time without affecting the pitch, you can use samples in a whole new variety of ways.

Two independent multi-effects processors (p. 33)

Forty-five types of multi-effects range from familiar standards, such as spatial effects and distortion-type effects, and also include unique effects such as “TAPE ECHO” and “LO-FI PROCESSOR.” Any of these effects can be used by either of the two multi-effects modules connected in series, giving you enormous potential for creative sound-making. Intuitive knob-based control makes it easy to create bold and smooth changes in the sound.

Mastering effects for adding the finishing touch (p. 33)

Separately from the two multi-effects modules, a mastering effect module is provided to let you add finishing touches at the final stage of your song, bringing it into a professional level of sound quality.

D Beam controller and V-LINK functionality (p. 72, p. 75)

The SP-606 features a D Beam controller, which lets you control a filter or solo synthesizer simply by moving your hand. New realms of expression are made possible by V-LINK functionality, which lets you connect a compatible video device and control it to create video effects that are linked to the expressive elements of a musical performance.

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