Boss RC-500 Advanced Two-Track Loop Station

Boss RC-500 Advanced Two-Track Loop Station

Take your looping to the next level.

The RC-500 is an ideal tool for guitarists, singer/songwriters, and multi-instrumentalists looking to expand their creative options. You can compose in real-time with two loop tracks, mic and stereo instrument inputs, rhythms, and inspiring Loop FX.

The next-generation Loop Station features of the RC-500 let you develop new ideas and deliver impressive performances that will amaze your audience.

Boss RC-500 Features:

• Onboard mixing and deep control options in an advanced two-track looper
• 32-bit AD/DA and 32-bit floating-point processing for class-leading sound quality
• Multi-color backlit LCD for viewing loop status and editing parameters
• Stereo looper engine with 13 hours of recording time
• Mono/stereo inputs for easy pedalboard integration, plus independent XLR mic input with phantom power
• Reverse function and Loop FX (scatter, repeat, shift, and vinyl flick) for dynamic loop performances
• 57 preset rhythms with A/B variations and 16 different drum kits
• Support for external footswitches, and expression pedal, or MIDI, for expanded control
• Full MIDI I/O using space-saving mini TRS jacks (BMIDI-5-35 cable sold separately)
• Onboard storage for 99 phrase memories
• Back up and load WAV loops via USB
• Runs on 4 AA batteries or optional AC adapter

Boss RC-500 Specifications:

• Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz
• AD/DA Conversion: 32 bits
• Processing: 32-bit floating point
• Recording/Playback:
  • Number of Track: 2
  • Data Format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 32-bit float, stereo)
  • Maximum Recording Time: Approx. 1.5 hours (1 track), Approx.13 hours (total of All memories)
• Rhythm Type: 57 Patterns x 2 Variations
• Rhythm Kit: 16 types
• Effect:
  • LOOP FX (only for loop tracks)
  • Type: BEAT REPEAT, BEAT SHIFT, BEAT SCATTER, VINYL FLICK
  • Reverb (only for rhythm part)
• Memory: 99
• Nominal Input Level:
  • MIC IN:-40 dBu (variable)
  • INST IN A/MONO､B: -10 dBu
• Maximum Input Level:
  • MIC IN:+8 dBu
  • INST IN A/MONO, B: +8 dBu
• Input Impedance:
  • MIC IN: 4 k ohms
  • INST IN A/MONO, B: 1 M ohm
• Nominal Output Level: OUTPUT A/MONO, B: -10 dBu
• Maximum Output Level: OUTPUT A/MONO, B: +8 dBu
• Output Impedance: OUTPUT A/MONO, B: 1 k ohm
• Recommended Load Impedance: OUTPUT A/MONO, B: 10 k ohms or greater
• Bypass: Buffered bypass
• Controls: REC/PLAY switch, STOP switch, TRACK SELECT switch, MEMORY/VALUE knob, MIC LEVEL knob, TRACK 1 slider, TRACK 2 slider, TRACK 1 EDIT button, TRACK 2 EDIT button, RHYTHM TEMPO button, RHYTHM ON/OFF button, MEMORY button, MENU button, EXIT button, ENTER button, INPUT button
• Display: Graphic LCD (96 x 32 dots, RGB backlit LCD)
• Connectors:
  • INST IN A/MONO, B jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
  • MIC IN jack: XLR type (balanced, phantom power: DC 48 V, 10 mA Max
  • OUTPUT A/MONO, B jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
  • CTL 1,2/EXP jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
  • USB port: USB micro B type
  • MIDI (IN, OUT) jacks: stereo miniature type
  • DC IN jack
• Power Supply:
  • Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4
  • AC adaptor (PSA-S series: sold separately)
• Current Draw:
  • 330 mA (with phantom power)
  • 240 mA (without phantom power)
• Expected battery life under continuous use:
  • Alkaline: Approx. 3.5 hours (without phantom power)
  • Approx. 2 hours (with phantom power)
  • *These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.
• Accessories:
  • Owner's manual
  • Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTES," and "Information")
  • Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4
  • Rubber foot x 4
• SIZE AND WEIGHT
  • Width: 170 mm; 6-3/4 inches
  • Depth: 138 mm; 5-7/16 inches
  • Height (including rubber foot): 62 mm; 2-1/2 inches
  • Weight (including battery): 950 g; 2.1 lb