Emu XL-7 & MP-7 User's Group

Yeah, I have extensive use with an SP808, prior to me getting a computer 
(less than 2 years ago), it was my main recording device for all my songs 
(*shudder*).  I think that of all the gear I've owned, it was one of my 
favorites.  It worked as a recorder, sampler, effects unit, synth, etc so 
it's very flexible.  You can get a regular black sp808 and upgrade it to 
250MB zip quite easily, as well as the EX OS, which can save you some cash 
if you find an older sp808 for cheap.  The effects alone are worth the 
price, some really wild stuff you can do with those.  In fact I might be 
picking up another one soon to use as a live sampler, as it's so easy to 
use and hold 100-250MB per disk.

Downsides?
- Only 4 stereo or mono voices.  If you want to sample grand piano's and 
what not, this isn't the right tool for it.  This is mainly for phrases 
and what ever else.
- 100MB can be very limiting when you're recording complete tunes.  I had 
to bouce down tracks a lot, which means NO undo if you don't like the 
results.  You need to be 100% sure you're happy with the results.

Other than that, I think it's a really kick ass box, especially for some 
of the prices I've seeming them for lately.
rEalm



But before it boils down to my last resort I also wanna check out the 
SP-808. Have you used it yet, if so whats your opinion.