Boss RC-500 Loop Station Effects Pedal

Description

Stereo looper with 13 hours of recording time

Multi-color backlit LCD to display loop status and edit parameters

Mono/stereo inputs for easy pedalboard integration, plus a standalone XLR mic input with phantom power

Reverse and Loop FX functions (repeat, scatter, shift, and vinyl flick) for dynamic and engaging loops

16 different drum kits and 57 preset rhythms with A/B variations

Support for expanded control via external footswitches, expression pedal, or MIDI

Full MIDI input and output via mini TRS jacks (BMIDI-5-35 adapter cable sold separately)

Internal storage for 99 phrase memories

Backup and upload loops in WAV format via USB

Operates on four AA batteries or an optional AC adapter

Specifications

SPECIFICATIONSSampling Frequency44.1 kHzAD/DA Conversion32 bitsProcessing32-bit floating pointRecording/PlaybackNumber 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 Type57 Patterns x 2 VariationsRhythm Kit16 typesEffectLOOP FX (only for loop tracks)

Type: BEAT REPEAT, BEAT SHIFT, BEAT SCATTER, VINYL FLICK

Reverb (only for rhythm part)Memory99Nominal Input LevelMIC IN:-40 dBu (variable)

INST IN A/MONO､B: -10 dBuMaximum Input LevelMIC IN:+8 dBu

INST IN A/MONO, B: +8 dBuInput ImpedanceMIC IN: 4 k ohms

INST IN A/MONO, B: 1 M ohmNominal Output LevelOUTPUT A/MONO, B: -10 dBuMaximum Output LevelOUTPUT A/MONO, B: +8 dBuOutput ImpedanceOUTPUT A/MONO, B: 1 k ohmRecommended Load ImpedanceOUTPUT A/MONO, B: 10 k ohms or greaterBypassBuffered bypassControlsREC/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 buttonDisplayGraphic LCD (96 x 32 dots, RGB backlit LCD)ConnectorsINST 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 jackPower SupplyAlkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4

AC adaptor (PSA-S series: sold separately)Current Draw330 mA (with phantom power)

240 mA (without phantom power)Expected battery life under continuous useAlkaline: Approx. 3.5 hours (without phantom power)

Approx. 2 hours (with phantom power)

*These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.AccessoriesOwner's manual

Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTES," and "Information")

Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4

Rubber foot x 4Options (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-5-35SIZE AND WEIGHTWidth170 mm

6-3/4 inchesDepth138 mm

5-7/16 inchesHeight (including rubber foot)62 mm

2-1/2 inchesWeight (including battery)950 g

2.1 lb