Boss RC-5 Kitarriefekt

Boss RC-5 Loop Station — Pro-Grade Looping in a Compact Stompbox

The Boss RC-5 Loop Station delivers advanced single-track looping in a pedalboard-friendly footprint. Class-leading 32-bit AD/DA conversion and 32-bit floating-point processing keep loops clean even after multiple overdubs. Solo instrumentalists get studio-quality sound, onboard rhythms, and 99 phrase memories in a single stompbox — this pedal is the right choice for players who want pro-grade looping without a rack of gear.

What Sets the RC-5 Apart

A multi-color backlit LCD changes color to indicate recording, overdub, and playback states. The rhythm engine ships with 57 preset patterns and 7 drum kits, each with A/B variations. A reverse function flips loops for instant sonic experimentation, and WAV import via USB turns the pedal into a backing-track playback hub for lessons and jam sessions.

Audio Engine and Recording Capacity

The audio engine runs at a 44.1 kHz sampling rate with 32-bit AD/DA conversion and 32-bit floating-point processing, preserving headroom across unlimited uncompressed overdubs.

• Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz — CD-quality capture rate
• AD/DA Conversion: 32 bits — wide dynamic range for layered overdubs
• Recording Time: 13 hours across 99 phrase memories

Connectivity — I/O, MIDI, and Power

Two 6.3 mm TS input jacks and two matching output jacks handle mono or stereo signal routing at -20 dBu nominal level through a buffered bypass signal path. Full MIDI I/O runs through 3.5 mm mini TRS jacks, and a USB-B port enables WAV loop backup via BOSS Tone Studio.

• Inputs: 2 × 6.3 mm TS (INPUT A/MONO, B)
• Outputs: 2 × 6.3 mm TS (OUTPUT A/MONO, B)
• MIDI Interface: Mini TRS MIDI IN/OUT
• Power Supply: 9V battery or PSA-series AC adapter

Onboard Controls and Rhythm Engine

A single pedal switch handles record, overdub, play, stop, and undo/redo, while front-panel buttons give quick access to memory slots and the rhythm section.

• Controls: Memory/Loop Level knob, Memory, Setup, Rhythm On/Off, Rhythm Tempo, Pedal switch
• Rhythm Patterns: 57 patterns × 2 variations
• Drum Kits: 7 kits