The BOSS RC-500 is a must - have for guitarists, singer - songwriters, multi - instrumentalists, and those eager to elevate their looping game. With two loop tracks, mic and stereo instrument inputs, diverse rhythms, and amazing Loop FX, it lets you create real - time masterpieces. Backed by top - notch 32 - bit audio quality, it ensures crystal - clear sound. Store your loops in the onboard memory and extend its functionality with external controls and MIDI. Packed with next - gen features, the RC - 500 empowers serious musicians to explore new ideas and deliver unforgettable performances. Key features include an advanced two - track looper with onboard mixing, class - leading 32 - bit sound quality, a stereo looper engine with 13 hours of recording time, a multi - colour backlit LCD for easy viewing, versatile mono/stereo inputs, reverse function and cool Loop FX, 16 drum kits and 57 preset rhythms, support for external controls, full MIDI I/O, 99 phrase memories, USB WAV backup and loading, and it can run on four AA batteries or an optional AC adaptor.
Using the BOSS RC - 500 is easy. First, connect your guitar, microphone, or other instruments to the appropriate inputs. You can use the 1/4 - inch phone jacks for instruments and the XLR jack for the mic. Then, start creating loops on the two loop tracks. You can play around with the rhythms and Loop FX to add more variety to your performance. When you're happy with a loop, save it to one of the 99 onboard phrase memories. You can also back up your loops as WAV files via the USB port. Remember, if you want to use external footswitches, an expression pedal, or MIDI, make sure to connect them properly. For power, you can either use four AA alkaline batteries or an optional AC adaptor (sold separately). As for maintenance, keep the pedal clean and dry. Don't expose it to extreme temperatures or humidity. If you're not using it for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent leakage. And always refer to the owner's manual for more detailed instructions.
