Boss RC-30, Looper Pedal

BOSS celebrates the 10th anniversary of the LoopStation with an exciting new lineup of RC-series loopers! First out of the gate is the RC-30, a Twin Pedal multitrack looper with two synchronized stereo tracks and built-in loop effects. Plug in your instrument of choice, or even a microphone; an XLR input is provided, complete with phantom power. Record for up to three hours direct to internal memory, adding effects as you go. The USB 2.0 port lets you save your loops externally, and import/export WAV files.

• Twin Pedal multitrack looper with true stereo I/O
• Two synchronized stereo tracks with dedicated volume faders and track-select buttons
• Massive internal memory with up to three hours of stereo recording time
• 99 onboard memory phrases for storing loops
• Built-in effects for processing loops
• Multiple inputs: 1/4" A and B input jacks, stereo 1/8" mini AUX input jack, XLR input jack with phantom power
• USB 2.0 port allows you to connect to a PC and import/export WAV audio
• Rhythm guide with real drums
• Runs on batteries or optional AC power supply

Nominal Input Level

MIC IN: -40 dBu (variable)
INST IN: -20 dBu
AUX IN: -10 dBu

Input Impedance

MIC IN: 4 k ohms
INST IN: 1 M ohm
AUX IN: 22 k ohms

Nominal Output Level

-20 dBu

Output Impedance

1 k ohm

Recommended Load Impedance

10 k ohms or greater

Recording/Playback

Maximum Recording Time: Approximately 3 hours
Maximum Phrase Memory: 99 phrases
Number of tracks: 2
Data Format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16-bit linear, stereo)

Rhythm Type

Hi-Hat, Kick

Effect Type

BEND DOWN, STEP PHASER, SWEEP FILTER, TEMPO DELAY, Lo-Fi

USB Interface

Hi-Speed USB mass storage device class

Controls

REC/PLAY/OVERDUB pedal switch, STOP/TAP TEMPO pedal switch, MIC INPUT LEVEL knob, MEMORY DOWN button, MEMORY UP button, MEMORY WRITE button, MEMORY DELETE button, RHYTHM OUTPUT LEVEL knob, RHYTHM ON/OFF button, RHYTHM TYPE button, RHYTHM TAP TEMPO button, TRACK 1 slider, TRACK 1 SELECT button, TRACK 2 slider, TRACK 2 SELECT button, LOOP FX ON/OFF, LOOP FX TYPE button, PHANTOM switch

Indicators

POWER indicator, REC/PLAY (DUB) indicators, PEAK indicator, TRACK 1 STATUS indicator, TRACK 2 STATUS indicator, BEND DOWN indicator, STEP PHASER indicator, SWEEP FILTER indicator, TEMPO DELAY indicator, Lo-Fi indicator

Display

7 segments, 2 characters (LED)

Connectors

MIC IN Jack: XLR type (balanced/phantom power: DC 48 V, 10 mA),
INST IN Jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4" phone type,
AUX IN Jack: Stereo miniature phone type,
OUTPUT Jacks (L/MONO, R): 1/4" phone type,
FOOT SW Jack: 1/4" TRS phone type,
USB Connector,
DC IN Jack (DC 9 V)

Power Supply

DC 9 V: Alkaline (AA, LR6) or Carbon-zinc battery (AA, R6) x 6,
AC Adaptor (PSA series: sold separately)
* Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries cannot be used.

Current Draw

Maximum 195 mA (DC 9 V)

Expected battery life under continuous use

Alkaline battery (AA, LR6): Approx. 7.5 hours
Carbon-zinc battery (AA, R6): Approx. 1.5 hours
These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.

Included Accessories

Owner's Manual, Leaflet ("USING THE UNIT SAFELY," "IMPORTANT NOTES," and "Information"), Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 6

Options (sold separately)

AC Adaptor (PSA series), Footswitch (FS-5U, FS-6)

Size and Weight

Width

173 mm
6-13/16 inches

Depth

158 mm
6-1/4 inches

Height

57 mm
2-1/4 inches

Weight

1.2 kg
2 lbs. 11 oz.