Boss RC20 Loop Factory Pedal with 5 Minutes Sampling Time
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Guide Click and Loop Quantize functions. Realtime Tempo Change. Overdub. 5 min. 30 seconds total sampling time.
Overview
The RC-20 Loop Station is the answer to many live performers' dreams - a compact phrase recording and sampling pedal that's actually easy to use! A long sampling time of up to 5 min. 30 seconds, helpful Guide Click and Loop Quantize functions, Realtime Tempo Change, and hands-free control make the RC-20 a "must-own" pedal for guitarists, bassists, and other musicians looking to create and play back loops "on the fly."
Features:
Phrase Recording/Sampling pedal designed for performers who want to create and play back loops during live performances
Guide Click and Loop Quantize functions for quick, easy creation of perfect loops using footpedals
Realtime Tempo Change function allows for changing recorded samples' tempo without changing pitch
Overdub function allows for creation of "sound-on-sound" loops
5 min. 30 seconds total sampling time
Stores up to 10 looped phrases and 1 "one-shot" phrase, even after power-off
Mic input, Instrument input and Auxiliary input for sampling vocals or pre-recorded audio; Mic and Instrument inputs can be used simultaneously
Auto Start lets users start sampling automatically with incoming audio
Reverse function creates reverse sample playback on the fly
Features:
Phrase Recording/Sampling pedal designed for performers who want to create and play back loops during live performances
Guide Click and Loop Quantize functions for quick, easy creation of perfect loops using footpedals
Realtime Tempo Change function allows for changing recorded samples' tempo without changing pitch
Overdub function allows for creation of "sound-on-sound" loops
5 min. 30 seconds total sampling time
Stores up to 10 looped phrases and 1 "one-shot" phrase, even after power-off
Mic input, Instrument input and Auxiliary input for sampling vocals or pre-recorded audio; Mic and Instrument inputs can be used simultaneously
Auto Start lets users start sampling automatically with incoming audio
Reverse function creates reverse sample playback on the fly
Specs
Controls: REC/PLAY/OVERDUB PEDAL, STOP/TAP TEMPO PEDAL, INST Knob, MIC Knob, PHRASE SELECT SWITCH, GUIDE Knob, LEVEL Knob, REVERSE Switch, TAP TEMPO Switch, WRITE Switch, EXIT Switch, AUTO START Switch, MODE Switch
Indicators: POWER (can be used as battery checker), REC, PLAY, OVERDUB, PEAK, PHRASE USED, MEMORY FULL, LOOP QUANTIZE, TAP TEMPO, REVERSE, WRITE, EXIT, AUTO START, INST & MIC, NORMAL, CENTER CANCEL, FLAT AMP SIMULATE
Connectors: INST JACK, MIC JACK, AUX IN JACK, PHRASE SHIFT JACK, REVERSE JACK, OUTPUT JACK
Power Supply: DC 9V: Dry Battery (6 x Alkaline LR6 (AA) Type), AC Adapter (PSA Series: Optional)
Dimensions (H x W x D): 57 x 174 x 157mm (2-1/4 x 6-7/8 x 6-3/16 in.)
Indicators: POWER (can be used as battery checker), REC, PLAY, OVERDUB, PEAK, PHRASE USED, MEMORY FULL, LOOP QUANTIZE, TAP TEMPO, REVERSE, WRITE, EXIT, AUTO START, INST & MIC, NORMAL, CENTER CANCEL, FLAT AMP SIMULATE
Connectors: INST JACK, MIC JACK, AUX IN JACK, PHRASE SHIFT JACK, REVERSE JACK, OUTPUT JACK
Power Supply: DC 9V: Dry Battery (6 x Alkaline LR6 (AA) Type), AC Adapter (PSA Series: Optional)
Dimensions (H x W x D): 57 x 174 x 157mm (2-1/4 x 6-7/8 x 6-3/16 in.)
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
(68 ratings)
Submitted May 12, 2004 by a customer from hotmail.com
"A brilliant floor mini-studio for loops, overdubs and infi"
I like it and hope it'll keep on going. If a much more comprehensive device appears, with multi-loop possibilities, I might be tempted, but I like the simplicity and versatility of this loop station. But then I like just the guitar and amp and not a pedalboard with dozens of knobs, several pedals and infinite parameters.
Sound
The sound is excellent, instrument-wise - haven't tried vocals - and what comes out is what goes in. There is a seamless loop,unlike a Zoom 707II I bought (and returned) because every loop had a giant crackle at the 'seam'.
Features
I like the way it works, although like some others I think a bigger box could have been built with more pedals, to do reversing etc, and from one memory to another. But as it isthis unit is extremely good, amazingly versatile and gives the player immense possibilities. You need to practise, for sure, but as as an extension to an instrument it's far more versatile than most effects: I mean the double tracking possibilities, the backwards sounds, the ability to erase by pedal and do something else on the move is great. And to learn tunes, solos etc, over chords, what could be simpler... I wish it had a volume pedal built in, switchable from either loop or live sound.
Quality
Can't fault the build quality.It feels solid and works well, but it's still new. I have every hope it'll last, and judging by the 3-year warranty, so do the Boss… read more people.
Value
In England we pay in pounds what you Americans pay in dollars, i.e. approaching twice as much. So, it's expensive here, but a good product I think. I think British importers don't try hard to be competitive.
Manufacturer Support
Can't say about Boss. The fellow in the shop/dealership was extremely helpful, explained it thoroughly, answered questions. I felt I was in good hands and well, we'll see if I need them.
The Wow Factor
It looks good, understated, and certainly more professional and serious than some makers' retro style effects (which I don't like the appearance of) that look like toys or pressed tin robots from a bygone age. But then there are guitars and gizmos for every taste.
Musical Style:
jazz ,latin, celtic, alternative, ambient read less
Sound
The sound is excellent, instrument-wise - haven't tried vocals - and what comes out is what goes in. There is a seamless loop,unlike a Zoom 707II I bought (and returned) because every loop had a giant crackle at the 'seam'.
Features
I like the way it works, although like some others I think a bigger box could have been built with more pedals, to do reversing etc, and from one memory to another. But as it isthis unit is extremely good, amazingly versatile and gives the player immense possibilities. You need to practise, for sure, but as as an extension to an instrument it's far more versatile than most effects: I mean the double tracking possibilities, the backwards sounds, the ability to erase by pedal and do something else on the move is great. And to learn tunes, solos etc, over chords, what could be simpler... I wish it had a volume pedal built in, switchable from either loop or live sound.
Quality
Can't fault the build quality.It feels solid and works well, but it's still new. I have every hope it'll last, and judging by the 3-year warranty, so do the Boss… read more people.
Value
In England we pay in pounds what you Americans pay in dollars, i.e. approaching twice as much. So, it's expensive here, but a good product I think. I think British importers don't try hard to be competitive.
Manufacturer Support
Can't say about Boss. The fellow in the shop/dealership was extremely helpful, explained it thoroughly, answered questions. I felt I was in good hands and well, we'll see if I need them.
The Wow Factor
It looks good, understated, and certainly more professional and serious than some makers' retro style effects (which I don't like the appearance of) that look like toys or pressed tin robots from a bygone age. But then there are guitars and gizmos for every taste.
Musical Style:
jazz ,latin, celtic, alternative, ambient read less
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