The SU700 is a powerful hybrid sampler with sequencer, tone generator and drum machine. Yamaha has brought together three versions of their popular products in one table-top unit. This unit is for DJ and hip-hop music makers but all musicians could use its features.

Integral to the SU700 is the QY pattern-based music production approach that incorporates sampling and loop playback. You can sample from a CD (or any other source) into the SU and then edit it in any way. You may use the sequencer in real-time or step mode and it features 42 tracks with a resolution of 1/480 or 480ppqn. (pulses-per-quarter note) The tone generator uses AWM2 based technology while the sampler has a choice for 8-bit, 12-bit or 16-bit data formats. Sample rate is also adjustable from 44.1kHz down to 11.025kHz 8-bit mono. (You can low rate sample for a lo-res type of sound.) There are four Mb of memory standard with up to 64 Mb as an expandable option.