Boss RC-5 Loop Station

The Boss RC-5 Loop Station takes everything players loved about earlier compact loopers and supercharges it with modern processing power, expanded memory and a slick, stage-ready interface. If you want serious looping capability without sacrificing pedalboard space, this little powerhouse delivers in spades.

Despite its compact single-pedal format, the RC-5 offers 32-bit AD/DA conversion and 32-bit floating-point processing, ensuring your loops retain clarity, depth and full dynamic range. Whether you’re layering ambient textures, building rhythmic acoustic arrangements, or stacking electric leads, your tone stays pristine.

You get up to 13 hours of stereo recording time, which is more than enough for even ambitious live sets. With 99 phrase memory slots, you can store and instantly recall loops and setups — perfect for gigging musicians who rely on structured arrangements.

The upgraded LCD display with multi-colour backlight is a major highlight. It gives clear visual feedback on loop status, levels and tempo, even on dimly lit stages. No more guessing where you are mid-performance.

Built-in rhythm patterns add another dimension, with a wide range of drum grooves and adjustable tempo to keep everything locked in. It’s brilliant for solo performers, practice sessions or songwriting.

Connectivity is impressive for such a compact unit. The RC-5 features stereo inputs and outputs, MIDI in/out via mini TRS, and USB connectivity for importing/exporting loops and backing up data. That means it integrates seamlessly into larger rigs or recording setups.

Operation is straightforward, but the pedal is also expandable. Add an external footswitch for greater control over stop, undo/redo or memory selection — ideal for more complex live use.

At Musicmaker, the RC-5 is one of our go-to recommendations for players across Ireland who want professional looping in a compact format. It’s perfect for guitarists, bassists, keyboard players and even vocalists using external routing.

If you’re searching for a compact loop station pedal in Ireland with studio-quality sound and serious memory capacity, the Boss RC-5 is a brilliant choice.

Features

• Advanced BOSS looping features in a compact footprint

• Class-leading sound quality with 32-bit AD/DA and 32-bit floating-point processing

• Stereo looper engine with 13 hours of recording time

• LCD with multi-colour backlight for viewing loop status and editing parameters

• Reverse function for infusing loops with interesting textures

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

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

• Full MIDI I/O provided with space-saving mini TRS jacks (BMIDI-5-35 adaptor cable available separately)

• Onboard storage for 99 phrase memories

• Back up and load WAV loops via USB