"The Yamaha SU700 is a Sampling tool with 4MB RAM standard and 12 velocity sensitive ""Free Sample Pads"", 12 rotary knobs and a Pressure sensitive Ribbon controller."

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"SU700 Sampling Factory
Thanks to its clear user Interface, easy MIDI implementation, and Bright Florescent Display, the SU700 is simple to use.

Innovative Features
With the SU700's many innovative features, such as Knob Function Keys and Scene and Marker Memory, anyone can lay down tracks. Simply assign a sampled drum or bass phrase to one of the SU700's Auto Loop tracks and you'll instantly have a looping rhythm that automatically matches any tempo you select with the BPM Counter. Then build a repeating synth line or percussion pattern by tapping on one of the Velocity-Sensitive Composed Loop Pads.

Free Sample Pads
At any time, you can add a sample fill to your song by triggering one of the Velocity-Sensitive Free Sample Pads. Once your samples are in place, the real fun begins.

Groove Function
Use the SU700's Groove Function to tweak the feel of the rhythm. Change the Sound level and EQ to create a bass drum. Then add phasing, reverbs, MIDI-synchronized delays, and other effects to each sample phrase with the Built-In Multi-Effects Processor. Even external sound sources from the Audio In Pad can be processed with effects.

Sound Level and EQ
You can create an acid bass line by tweaking one of the Resonant Filters in real-time with the SU700's Assignable Control Knobs or by assigning the filter to the LFO. Finally, use the Ribbon Controller to scratch a sample over your mix and the Master Pad to simultaneously fade everything out.

Floppy Disk Drive
Once your song is completed, you can save it to disk with the built-in Floppy Disk Drive.

Creative Song Composition
Bring out those tracks you've been playing around with in your head. With the SU700's intuitive sampling and sequencing features, you can come up with great sounds and rhythms without being overwhelmed with complex setups and procedures.

DJ with the SU700
Make the SU700 part of your DJ rig, and you'll have some serious mixing power. Connect a turntable to the SU700's audio inputs and then run the audio outputs into your DJ mixer. By using the fader to switch between channels, you'll be able to sample phrases off the turntable when it's idle and then play or scratch the samples over your mix -- LIVE! Plus, you'll have full access to the SU700's digital effect processor, with which you can add effects to the samples.

An Indispensable Remixing Tool
If you're into making mix tapes or if you already have songs you've written, you can use the SU700 as a stand-alone remixing workstation. Sample verses, choruses and breaks from your favorite song, or even from several different songs, and arrange them anyway you'd like. Even if the sampled phrases have different tempos, the SU700 will automatically adjust them to match any tempo you select -- without altering the pitch of the music.

Knob Function Keys
Control knob functions are instantly selectable at the touch of a function key. Simply choose the function you want and turn a control knob-the function you select will be automatically assigned to that knob.

Sound
The Sound parameters control the basic sound characteristics of a sample, such as volume, pitch, and stereo pan position.

Time-Slicing Groove Function
This time-slicing function divides sample loops into discrete sections. You can change the sample's rhythmic feel by altering the relative volumes, sustain times, and space intervals among the sample divisions.

LFO
LFO adds tremolo, wah-wah and vibrato effects to a sample's volume, filter and pitch. Assign this parameter to a Function Knob and you'll be able to control the LFO speed or depth of any sample in real-time.

EQ
These parameters precisely shape the texture of each sample.

Resonant Filters
Filters let you eliminate certain frequencies from a sound. Four types of filters are available on the SU700: Low Pass Filter, High Pass Filter, Band Pass Filter, and Band Eliminate Filter.

Built-In Multi-Effects Processor
The SU700's built-in effects processor provides you with a total of 43 high-quality effects, including rich-sounding reverbs, warm choruses and MIDI synchronized delays. Up to three effects can be used simultaneously. You can even process any external audio source, such a vocal microphone, a keyboard, or a turntable, by connecting it to the SU700's audio inputs.

Assignable Control Knobs
This feature in the SU700 is different from other groove composers. Each sample pad has its own assignable function knob directly above it, allowing you to control any sound element -- filters, effects, LFOs, EQ all on the fly. Parameter changes can be played in real-time or recorded into your sequence. Plus, these knobs transmit MIDI data, so you can record the changes using an external sequencer as well.

Auto Loop
Samples assigned to these pads are automatically looped and adjusted to match the selected tempo. Ideal for making rhythm or bass loops.

Velocity-Sensitive Pads
Use Composed Loop Pads to build custom rhythm patterns, much like sequencing on a drum machine. Use Free Sample Pads to sequence samples in a linear fashion. Good for adding spontaneous sample fill-ins or sound effects anytime throughout your song.

Scene and Marker Memory
Scene Memory lets you store the machine's current knobsettings, mute settings, and effect settings, and recall them easily. Marker Memory stores measures locations within your sequence -- convenient for instantly jumping to different verses and breaks. Up to eight scenes and eight markers can be memorized, both of which can be called up during real-time performance.

Intuitive Interface
All machine functions and settings are conveniently laid out in a grid. No memorizing long sequences of buttons. At a glance, you'll know exactly which buttons to push for the functions you want.

Quick and Easy Sampling
Sampling with the SU700 is as easy as pressing a button. Simply connect any audio source to the SU700; press the START/STOP button to start sampling, and again to stop.

BPM Counter
Simply tap this button to set the sequencer to your desired tempo.

Ribbon Controller
Use the scratch function to dynamically play a sample back and forth on the Ribbon Controller just like scratching a record. The Ribbon Controller can also be used for real-time control of any parameter you assign to it.

Bright Florescent Display
For good visibility in a club atmosphere, the SU700 features a four-color vacuum florescent display that clearly shows essential information such as track status, BPM, and measure location.

Floppy Disk Drive
The built-in Floppy Disk Drive lets you back up all your sequences and sample data. With the Multiple Disk function, large samples can be saved in segments onto multiple floppies. You can also import AIFF files and samples created for AKAI (R) samplers, as well as export samples as AIFF sounds. This capability will give you access to a wide range of sample libraries and even allows you to edit and exchange samples on a computer.

Audio In Pad and Master Pad
The Audio In pad lets you control external audio sources in real-time. The Master pad lets you control the levels, mute settings, and effects of your entire mix.
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Technical specifications

"Sampling Section:

Maximum Polyphony 64
Signal Processing 16-bit linear, 8-bit linear Stereo sampling supported. A/D 18-bit D/A 18-bit
Sampling Frequencies Analog input: 44.1, 22.05, or 11.025 kHz (Results can be monitored at any frequency prior to recording.) Digital or optical input: 48.0 or 32.0 kHz
Sampling Wave Memory 4MB RAM (standard)
Sampling Time (with standard 4MB RAM) At 44.1 kHz, stereo, 16-bit: 22.3 sec. At 22.05 kHz, mono, 16-bit: 89.3 sec. At 11.025 kHz, mono, 8-bit: 357.2 sec.

Audio Sequencer:
Tempo (BPM) 40.0 - 299.9
Synchronization Internal, MIDI sync, MTC slave
Tracks 42 tracks
Songs Up to 20 songs.

Effector:
Effect Types 43
Multi-Effector Three effects can be used simultaneously. Can be applied to the source from the analog input.
User Interface:
Display Custom 4-color fluorescent (FL) display 16-alphanumeric display area; segment display area; custom display area

Pads
12 pads (8 pads are touch [velocity] sensitive)
Knobs 12 rotary-encoder knobs (non-click type)
Ribbon Controller 1

Data Storage:
Internal Drive Floppy Disk Drive (3.5-inch 2DD/2HD)

Connection Terminals:
Line Out L/MONO and R (phone jacks)
Line/Mic In L and R (phone jacks
Headphone Stereo phone jack (High output level)
MIDI IN/OUT
AC Inlet

Power Ratings:
220V to 240V, 30W

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