BOSS RC-500 Loop Station Dual-Track Looper Pedal

BOSS RC-500 Loop Station Dual-Track Looper Pedal

The BOSS RC-500 Loop Station is a two-track stereo looper designed for guitarists, vocalists, singer-songwriters, and multi-instrumental performers. It provides approximately 13 hours of total recording time, 99 phrase memories, 32-bit audio conversion, built-in rhythms, Loop FX, and independent instrument and microphone inputs for creating layered live performances.

Each of the two loop tracks can operate independently or together for song-style arrangements and multi-layer textures. Three onboard footswitches handle recording, playback, stopping, and track selection, while dedicated track sliders provide immediate level control. Players seeking a dual-track looper for live performance can also connect external footswitches, an expression pedal, or MIDI controllers for expanded hands-free operation.

The rhythm section includes 57 patterns with two variations each and 16 drum kits, while Loop FX provide Beat Repeat, Beat Shift, Beat Scatter, and Vinyl Flick processing. Stereo 1/4-inch instrument inputs accommodate pedalboards and keyboards, and the balanced XLR microphone input supplies 48V phantom power. USB connectivity supports WAV backup and loading through compatible BOSS software.

Key Features

• Two-Track Stereo Looper: Records two independent tracks for layered arrangements, song sections, and multi-instrument performances.
• Extended Recording Capacity: Stores approximately 13 hours of stereo audio across 99 phrase memories.
• 32-Bit Audio Engine: Uses 32-bit A/D and D/A conversion with 32-bit floating-point processing.
• Built-In Rhythms: Provides 57 rhythm patterns with A/B variations and 16 selectable drum kits.
• Loop FX: Beat Repeat, Beat Shift, Beat Scatter, and Vinyl Flick effects add real-time variation to recorded loops.
• XLR Microphone Input: Supports balanced microphones with selectable 48V phantom power for compatible condenser models.
• Assignable Performance Controls: Three onboard footswitches can be customized alongside optional external switches and expression pedals.
• MIDI and USB Connectivity: Supports MIDI synchronization and control plus computer-based WAV backup and loading.

Technical Specifications

• Product Type: Dual-track stereo loop station pedal
• Tracks: 2
• Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz
• A/D Conversion: 32-bit
• D/A Conversion: 32-bit
• Internal Processing: 32-bit floating point
• Recording Format: WAV, 44.1 kHz, 32-bit float, stereo
• Maximum Recording Time per Track: Approximately 1.5 hours
• Total Maximum Recording Time: Approximately 13 hours across all memories
• Phrase Memories: 99
• Rhythm Patterns: 57 with 2 variations each
• Rhythm Kits: 16
• Loop Effects: Beat Repeat, Beat Shift, Beat Scatter, and Vinyl Flick
• Rhythm Effect: Reverb
• Mic Nominal Input Level: -40 dBu, variable
• Instrument Nominal Input Level: -10 dBu
• Mic Maximum Input Level: +8 dBu
• Instrument Maximum Input Level: +8 dBu
• Mic Input Impedance: 4 k ohms
• Instrument Input Impedance: 1 M ohm
• Nominal Output Level: -10 dBu
• Maximum Output Level: +8 dBu
• Output Impedance: 1 k ohm
• Recommended Load Impedance: 10 k ohms or greater
• Bypass: Buffered bypass
• Footswitches: Rec/Play, Stop, and Track Select
• Controls: Memory/Value knob, Mic Level knob, Track 1 slider, Track 2 slider, Track 1 Edit, Track 2 Edit, Rhythm Tempo, Rhythm On/Off, Memory, Menu, Exit, Enter, and Input
• Display: 96 x 32-dot RGB-backlit graphic LCD
• Instrument Inputs: Input A/Mono and B, 1/4-inch phone jacks
• Microphone Input: Balanced XLR
• Phantom Power: 48V DC, 10 mA maximum
• Audio Outputs: Output A/Mono and B, 1/4-inch phone jacks
• External Control: CTL 1,2/EXP 1/4-inch TRS jack
• USB: USB Micro-B
• MIDI: Stereo miniature MIDI In and Out jacks
• Power Input: DC IN jack
• Battery Power: 4 AA alkaline batteries
• AC Power: Optional BOSS PSA-S series adapter
• Current Draw Without Phantom Power: 240 mA
• Current Draw With Phantom Power: 330 mA
• Battery Life Without Phantom Power: Approximately 3.5 hours
• Battery Life With Phantom Power: Approximately 2 hours
• Optional Footswitch: BOSS FS-5U
• Optional Dual Footswitches: BOSS FS-6 and FS-7
• Optional Expression Pedals: BOSS FV-500H, FV-500L, EV-30, and Roland EV-5
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 6.7 x 5.4 x 2.4 inches including rubber feet
• Weight: 2.1 lb including batteries

What's In the Box

• BOSS RC-500 Loop Station
• 4 AA alkaline batteries
• 4 rubber feet
• Owner's manual
• Safety, important notes, and information leaflet