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.
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. Craft real-time compositions with two loop tracks, mic and stereo instrument inputs, rhythms, and inspiring Loop FX, all backed by premium 32-bit audio quality. Store loops in onboard memories, and explore expanded operation with external controls and MIDI. Filled with next-generation Loop Station features, the RC-500 gives serious creators the tools they need to develop new ideas and deliver impactful performances that will leave audiences wanting more.
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-color 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
- Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz
- AD/DA Conversion: 32 bits
- Processing: 32-bit floating point
- Recording/Playback: Number of Track: 2, Data Format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 32-bit float, stereo), Maximum Recording Time: Approx. 1.5 hours (1 track), Approx.13 hours (total of All memories)
- Rhythm Type: 57 Patterns x 2 Variations
- Rhythm Kit: 16 types
- Effect: LOOP FX (only for loop tracks) Type: BEAT REPEAT, BEAT SHIFT, BEAT SCATTER, VINYL FLICK, Reverb (only for rhythm part)
- Memory: 99
- Nominal Input Level: MIC IN:-40 dBu (variable), INST IN A/MONO､B: -10 dBu
- Maximum Input Level: MIC IN:+8 dBu, INST IN A/MONO, B: +8 dBu
- Input Impedance: MIC IN: 4 k ohms, INST IN A/MONO, B: 1 M ohm
- Nominal Output Level: OUTPUT A/MONO, B: -10 dBu
- Maximum Output Level: OUTPUT A/MONO, B: +8 dBu
- Output Impedance: OUTPUT A/MONO, B: 1 k ohm
- Recommended Load Impedance: OUTPUT A/MONO, B: 10 k ohms or greater
- Bypass: Buffered bypass
- Controls: REC/PLAY switch, STOP switch, TRACK SELECT switch, MEMORY/VALUE knob, MIC LEVEL knob, TRACK 1 slider, TRACK 2 slider, TRACK 1 EDIT button, TRACK 2 EDIT button, RHYTHM TEMPO button, RHYTHM ON/OFF button, MEMORY button, MENU button, EXIT button, ENTER button, INPUT button
- Display: Graphic LCD (96 x 32 dots, RGB backlit LCD)
- Connectors: INST IN A/MONO, B jacks: 1/4-inch phone type, MIC IN jack: XLR type (balanced, phantom power: DC 48 V, 10 mA Max, OUTPUT A/MONO, B jacks: 1/4-inch phone type, CTL 1,2/EXP jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type, USB port: USB micro B type, MIDI (IN, OUT) jacks: stereo miniature type, DC IN jack
- Power Supply: Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4, AC adaptor (PSA-S series: sold separately)
- Current Draw: 330 mA (with phantom power), 240 mA (without phantom power)
- Expected battery life under continuous use: Alkaline: Approx. 3.5 hours (without phantom power), Approx. 2 hours (with phantom power)
- Accessories: Owner's manual, Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTES," and "Information"), Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4, Rubber foot x 4
- Options (sold separately): AC adaptor: PSA-S series, Footswitch: FS-5U, Dual Footswitch: FS-6, FS-7, Expression Pedal: FV-500H, FV-500L, EV-30, Roland EV-5, TRS/MIDI connecting cable: BMIDI-5-35, BMIDI-1-35, BMIDI-2-35, BCC-1-3535, BCC-2-3535
