Boss RC-500 Loop Station

The Boss RC-500 Loop Station Dual Track Looper Pedal will take your looping skills to a different plane. This dual track looper command station boasts a goldmine of functions which will help you make the perfect loops with your music. Designed with full stereo compatibility, it will create soundscapes galore, as well as proving to be a useful tool for practising and writing music.

With two looping tracks at your disposal, the possibilities are endless. You'll be able to create two looping tracks simultaneously - perfect for simultaneous vocals and guitar. Whether you want to record, overdub, layer, or simply experiment, the 57 preset rhythms and seven drumkits will help to inspire your playing and drive your music forward. And TRS MIDI input/outputs lend you even more control over your looping.

Dual track dynamism

Discover new sonic possibilities. With two looping tracks to use simultaneously, you can create music which is truly out of this world. From layering guitar tracks to making loops of both guitar and vocals, you can experiment to your heart's content, and open up your creativity like never before. You could feasibly make an entire track using the RC-500, especially when combining the drum and rhythm presets with two looping tacks. It's time to take your music-making to the next level.

13 hours of recording time

Just imagine the riffs you can create in 13 hours. You'll never go short of inspiration with this pedal at your feet. Whether you're looking for simple, snappy loops, or long, complex loop lines, you can be sure that the RC-500 will accommodate you. Onboard storage will hold up to 99 phrase memories, so you can easily revisit tracks you've made in the past and reignite your creativity. And class-leading sound quality ensures that you not only hear your music back, but hear it in crystal-clear detail, too. Plus, with stereo compatibility, you can go one step further and create your own stereo soundscapes - expand your sonic horizons.

Get in your groove

Need a drummer? The RC-500 has one for you. And it'll never miss a beat. With 57 preset rhythms and seven inbuilt drumkits, you can jam along to a tight rhythm - perfect for practising and writing music. A/B variations add even more spice to the mix, whilst a colour-changing backlight lets you keep an eye on loop status in real time. Using the TRS MIDI input/output will enable you to save space and operate this pedal remotely through MIDI switchers and foot controllers.

Features

• Advanced two-track looper with onboard mixing and deep control options

• 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

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

• Reverse function and Loop FX (repeat, scatter, shift, and vinyl flick) for dynamic and engaging loop performances

• 16 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

• Runs on four AA batteries or optional AC adaptor

Super Sound Quality

Featuring best-in-class 32-bit AD/DA and 32-bit floating-point processing, the RC-500 captures your personal sound with full fidelity and keeps loops crystal clear, even with multiple overdubs. And with 13 hours of stereo recording time, there’s plenty of space for extended creative journeys.

Connect, 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, plus a mic to the dedicated XLR input—complete with phantom power if needed. Use the two tracks independently for song-style composition, or together for rich multi-track textures. The LCD backlight changes color to clearly show the current operation mode, while hands-on track faders and a mic level knob provide direct access to volume control as you loop.

Flexible Creative Control

Three onboard footswitches make it simple to control recording and playback, track switching, and more. For expanded operation, 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 rigs, the space-saving TRS MIDI I/O enables remote operation from MIDI switchers and foot controllers, plus MIDI sync with drum machines and DAWs.

Personalise Your Setup

The RC-500’s I/O and footswitches are configured for basic operations by default, but they can be reassigned in a variety of ways to meet your custom 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. Custom assignments are saved along with phrase memories, letting you instantly reconfigure the RC-500 for any application.

Energise Performances with Rhythms and Loop FX

Loaded with inspiring rhythms and evocative loop processing, the RC-500 is primed to bring groove and color to all your looping adventures. Each of the 57 preset rhythms include A/B variations, while 16 different drum kits provide sounds to match any style. Designed for live performance, Loop FX like repeat, scatter, and more infuse your loops with instant sonic energy. There’s a cool reverse function too, perfect for creating unique sonic flavours on demand.

Capture, Practice, and Perform

The RC-500’s 99 phrase memories let you store loops as fast as you create them, complete with rhythm and kit selections, audio settings, and control assignments. 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 playback hub for lesson material, jam tracks, or backing music for your next gig.