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. Create real-time compositions with two loop tracks, microphone and stereo inputs, rhythms and inspiring Loop FX: all backed by premium 32-bit audio quality. With 13 hours of recording time, you have all the space you need to record without running into the barrie of too little recording time
This also gives you all the space you need to build up your own song layer by layer. Through the extensive drum tracks you even have the possibility to add your own drum sound to your music. With 57 rhythm presets and 17 different drum kit sounds. Store loops in the internal memory, and discover the extensive functionality with external controls and MIDI
Packed with next-gen Loop Station features, the RC-500 gives creators the tools they need to develop new ideas and deliver impactful performances: so audiences want more. The XLR connection ensures that not only instrument playing musicians benefit from this looper. Vocalists can also use the RC-500 for vocal loops. Make your own music with a compact and easy to use Boss pedal.
Superior sound quality
With best-in-class 32-bit AD/DA and 32-bit floating-point processing, the RC-500 captures your personal sound very faithfully and keeps loops crystal clear: even with multiple overdubs. And with 13 hours of stereo recording time, there's plenty of room for extensive creative explorations
Plug in, loop and mix
With its versatile I/O and free-flowing interface, the RC-500 is ready to support all your musical visions. Connect mono/stereo instruments and pedal effects. And connect a microphone to the dedicated XLR input, with phantom power if you need it. Use the two tracks independently, for song-style composition, or together for rich multi-track textures. The LCD backlight changes color to clearly display the current mode. Grip-ready track faders and a microphone knob provide direct access to volume control while creating a loop
Flexible creative control
Three built-in footswitches make it easy to control recording and playback, track switching and more. For expanded control, you can connect up to two external footswitches for direct control of many assignable functions, or an expression pedal for continuous adjustments. And for advanced setups, the space-saving TRS MIDI I/O enables remote control via MIDI switches and foot controllers, plus MIDI synchronization with drum machines and DAWs
Personalize your setup
The I/O and foot switches of the RC-500 are configured for basic controls by default, but they can also be reset in various ways to perfectly suit your personal needs. Route left/right input sources to separate tracks, or send guitar and vocals to independent outputs. Use the footswitches to turn effects on/off, start/stop rhythms, and more. Personalized assignments are stored along with phrase memories, so you can instantly reconfigure the RC-500 for any application
Enrich performances with rhythms and loop FX
The RC-500 is packed with inspiring rhythms and lively loop processing. It's fully equipped to add groove and color to all your looping adventures. Each of the 57 preset rhythms include A/B variations, while 16 different drum kits deliver sounds to match any style. Loop FX like repeat, scatter and more are designed for live performance: they inject your loops with instant sound energy. There's also a cool reverse function: perfect for creating unique sound flavors on demand.
Record, practice and perform
The RC-500's 99 phrase memories let you store loops as quickly as you create them: including rhythm and kit selections, audio settings, and control changes. Loop audio can be backed up to a computer via USB. And with WAV import via BOSS Tone Studio, the RC-500 becomes a central pedalboard playback hub for lesson material, jam tracks or background music for your next gig.
- Advanced two-track looper with built-in mixing and extensive control options
- Best-in-class sound with 32-bit AD/DA and 32-bit floating point processing
- Stereo looper engine with 13 hours (!) recording time
- LCD with multi-color backlight for viewing loop status and editing parameters -
Mono/stereo inputs for easy pedalboard integration, plus independent XLR microphone input with phantom power
- Reverse function and Loop FX (repeat, scatter, shift and vinyl flick) for dynamic and immersive loop performances.
- 16 different drum kits and 57 preset rhythms with A/B variations-
Support for extended control via external footswitches, an expression pedal, or MIDI-
Full MIDI I/O provided with space-saving mini TRS jacks (BMIDI-5-35 adapter cable sold separately).
- Built-in storage for 99 phrase memories-
Backup and load WAV loops via USB-
Runs on four AA batteries or an optional AC adapter