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

Sampling Frequency

• 1 kHz
• AD/DA Conversion
• 32 bits

Processing

• 32bit floating point

Recording/Playback

• Number of Tracks: 2
• Data Format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 32bit 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: 1/4inch phone type
• MIC IN jack: XLR type (balanced, phantom power: DC 48 V, 10 mA Max
• OUTPUT A/MONO, B jacks: 1/4inch phone type
• CTL 1,2/EXP jack: 1/4inch 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 (PSAS series: sold separately)

Current Draw

• 330 mA (with phantom power)
• 240 mA (without phantom power)
• Expected battery life under continuous use (These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.)
• Alkaline: Approx. 3.5 hours (without phantom power), Approx. 2 hours (with phantom power)
• Accessories
• Owner's Manual
• Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
• Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 4
• Rubber foot x 4
• Options (sold separately)
• AC adaptor: PSAS series
• Footswitch: FS5U
• Dual Footswitch: FS6, FS7
• Expression Pedal: FV500H, FV500L, EV30, Roland EV5
• TRS/MIDI connecting cable: BMIDI535
• 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms