homemade noize

Maker: Boss

Year: Currently in production

Fame: Some there are not a lot of choice in its niche.

Mojo Factor: Not much.

Price: Reasonable. There are definitely more expensive option for loop pedals.

General Sound Description:

It loops something you play. So, I guess it depends what that sounds like.

Who it’s for:

Someone that wants to experiment with the wonderful world of looping.

Controls:

Knobs:

Level

Phrase Select

Mode

Tap Tempo (button)

On/Off (footswitch)

Modibility:

Nearly Impossible.

BOSS RC-50 LOOP STATION

Manufacturers Sales Pitch:

Authentic Loop Station in a Stomp Box

No company creates Loop Stations like BOSS. Already in heavy demand around the world are the twinsize BOSS RC-20XL and the deluxe, extra-wide RC-50. Now comes an ultra-compact member of the RC family, the RC-2. Housed in a compact-pedal case, the RC-2 puts a surprising amount of features in a stompbox.

Up to 16 minutes of record time
Loop Quantize for perfect loop timing

Realistic Guide-Tone drum patterns built in

Easy, logical overdubbing and navigation

Undo / Redo function

11 phrases can be stored and recalled

AUX input to capture phrases from external audio device

External pedal input (stop/tempo)

Record, Layer, Loop, & Store

The RC-2 can record and store up to 16 mono minutes of audio, either from your own instrument or other external input devices, such as MP3 players / recorders. Each of your layered loop creations can be stored to one of 11 internal patch preset locations.

Feature Rich

It records, layers, and loops, but the RC-2 also provides a wealth of other handy and powerful features, such as a jam-along Rhythm Guide, Auto Start, Tap Tempo, Loop Quantize, and Undo / Redo.

Friendly Operation

In traditional BOSS fashion, the RC-2 benefits from a clean and friendly user interface. As powerful as this little Loop Station is, it’s a dream to operate. Thanks to its clearly labeled buttons and knobs, the RC-2 puts everything directly under your fingertips, with no hidden menus or commands to impede the creative process.

Pedalboard Ready

Thousands of guitarists rely on BOSS’ ultra convenient BCB-series pedalboards for organizing their effects pedals. Due to its standard compact-pedal shape and size, the RC-2 fits perfectly alongside other BOSS pedals. Great for fast setup and convenient transportation.