Boss RC-500 Loop Station

BOSS RC-500 Dual Track Loop Station

Dual-Track Powerhouse
The RC-500 is an essential partner for guitarists, singer/songwriters, multi-instrumentalists, and anyone who wants to take their looping to the next level. Craft real-time compositions with two loop tracks, mic and stereo instrument inputs, rhythms, and inspiring Loop FX, all backed by premium 32-bit audio quality. Store loops in onboard memories, and explore expanded operation with external controls and MIDI. Filled with next-generation Loop Station features, the RC-500 gives serious creators the tools they need to develop new ideas and deliver impactful performances that will leave audiences wanting more.

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

Options (sold separately)

AC adaptor: PSA-S series
Footswitch: FS-5U
Dual Footswitch: FS-6, FS-7
Expression Pedal: FV-500H, FV-500L, EV-30, Roland EV-5
TRS/MIDI connecting cable: BMIDI-5-35

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

* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms

*The specifications are subject to change without notice.