Boss RC-505 MKII
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Looper effect pedal
The RC-505 MKII is a Looper pedal from BOSS.
Key highlights of the BOSS RC-505 MKII Looper pedal
- It's the benchmark tabletop Looper that's been updated and improved by BOSS to take your gigs to the next level.
- The BOSS RC-505 MKII is a 5-track stereo tabletop looper with separate controls.
- Features 32-bit sound quality for clear, precise sound.
- Various built-in effects for guitar, bass, vocals and electronic instruments.
- Advanced mixing features give you the opportunity to create complex soundscapes.
- 99 memories, each containing 5 loop tracks, their associated effects and playback parameters.
- Loop synchronization with over 200 rhythm patterns and 16 drum kits.
- Includes 2 XLR microphones with phantom power, two pairs of stereo line inputs and three pairs of stereo line outputs.
- 2 external controller inputs, each of which accepts two footswitches or an expression pedal, as required.
- New-generation slider implementation with longer travel for more precise settings.
- MIDI synchronization makes it easy to play with other electronic devices.
- Large LCD display for easy menu navigation.
- Robust case design for worry-free use on stage or in the studio.
BOSS RC-505 MKII features
Benefit from customization features
The new RC-505 MKII goes much further than its predecessor. You can assign different CTL parameters to the FX and Track buttons on the unit. To trigger them, you can opt for a single, short, long or double press. The Undo/Redo button, external control jacks and Assign screens are all ways of adjusting the device for total musical control.
Make your loops attractive and inspire your audience
During audio recording and playback, this new model gives you a wider range of sound effects to add to your sounds. Choose from 49 input effects and 53 track effects. Up to 4 can be used simultaneously in each section. Then simply save them in banks for easy recall.
Simply connect your RC-505MKII to your setup
This Loop Station can be connected to your external equipment in a matter of seconds, thanks to its extensive connectivity. There are two XLR inputs for microphones, and two mono/stereo line inputs for instruments or other technical equipment. There's also an input mixer with two mic compressors and independent EQ for each channel.
Push the limits of musical creativity
Every option and function on the RC-505 MKII is designed to support your creativity. Replace the sound of the current loop while it's running, combine several music tracks into a single one, or change the overall playback speed are just some of the ways you can create the perfect sound.
Explore new possibilities with the BOSS RC-505 MKII Looper Pedal
The RC-505 MKII is a powerful and versatile tool for musicians of all levels to let their creativity explode. It's the ideal machine for singers, beatboxers, multi-instrumentalists, composers and producers.
Our experts' opinion
- This new-generation Looper Station offers unrivalled power and flexibility. With its five stereo tracks, 32-bit sound quality and numerous built-in sound effects, it's the perfect device for musicians wishing to create original, expressive music.
- Its great versatility and optimal ergonomics make it accessible and useful for many music specialists. Whatever your level, you'll find the RC-505 MKII a great way to take your work to the next level.
Technical sheet
- for bass Yes
- for electric guitar Yes
- for electro-acoustic guitar Yes
- for other instruments Yes
- for vocals Yes
- Looper Yes
- Sampling frequency:
- 44.1 kHz
- AD/DA conversion:
- 32-bit
- Processing:
- 32-bit floating point
- Number of tracks:
- 5
- Data format:
- WAV (44.1 kHz, 32-bit floating point, stereo)
- Maximum recording time:
- Approx. 1.5 hours (1 track), approx. 13 hours (total of all memories)
- Rhythm type:
- 200 types or more
- Rhythm kit:
- 16 types
- Effects:
- Input FX 49 types
- Track FX 53 types
- Main FX 2 types
- Memory
- 99
- Nominal input level:
- MIC 1, 2 INPUT: -40 dBu
- INST 1, 2 INPUT: -10 dBu
- Maximum input level:
- MIC 1, 2 INPUT: 0 dBu
- INST 1, 2 INPUT: +7 dBu/+20 dBu (selectable)
- Input impedance:
- MIC 1, 2 INPUT: 3k ohms
- INST 1, 2 INPUT: 1 M ohms/25 k ohms (selectable)
- Nominal output level:
- MAIN OUTPUT: -10 dBu
- SUB 1, 2 OUTPUT: -10 dBu
- Maximum output level:
- MAIN OUTPUT: +7 dBu
- SUB OUTPUT 1, 2: +7 dBu
- Output impedance:
- MAIN OUTPUT: 1 k ohm
- SUB OUTPUT 1, 2: 1 k ohm
- Recommended load impedance:
- MAIN OUTPUT: 10 k ohm or more
- SUB OUTPUT 1, 2: 10 k ohms or more
- Controls:
- ENR/LECT button track 1 to 5, STOP button track 1 to 5, TRACK button track 1 to 5, FX button track 1 to 5, START/STOP button all, CANCEL/REMOVE button, TAP TEMPO button, START/STOP button rhythm, EDIT button rhythm, INPUT FX A to D button, INPUT FX EDIT button, TRACK FX A to D button, TRACK FX EDIT button, MENU button, LOOP button, INPUT button, OUTPUT button, PAGE buttons, buttons 1 to 4, OUTPUT LEVEL button, TRACK LEVEL faders 1 to 5
- Display:
- Graphic LCD (128 x 64 dots, backlit)
- Connectors:
- MIC IN 1, 2 jacks: XLR type (balanced, phantom power: DC 48 V, 10 mA max)
- INST IN jacks 1, 2, MAIN OUT jacks, SUB OUT jacks 1, 2: 1/4" jack type
- Headphone jack: 1/4" stereo jack type
- CTL1,2/EXP1 socket, CTL3,4/EXP2 socket: 1/4" TRS jack type
- USB port: type B USB
- MIDI connectors:(IN, OUT)
- DC IN socket
- Power supply:
- AC adapter
- Power consumption:
- 1.0 A (with phantom power)
- 0.9 A (without phantom power)
- Accessories:
- AC adapter
- User's manual
- Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY".
- Options (sold separately):
- Foot pedal FS-5U
- Double foot pedal FS-6, FS-7
- Expression pedal FV-500H, FV-500L, EV-30, Roland EV-5
- DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT:
- Width 420 mm
- Depth 234 mm
- Height 67 mm
- weight 1.8 kg