The BOSS RC-202 Loop Station is a compact robust looping module designed for a range of styles and genres from electronic and club-music to beatboxing. The RC-202 features a wide range of multi-effects and looping capabilities that will expand and add depth to any performance. Loops can be created and stored to memories in real time allowing to recall your favourite settings and loops at any time. Additionally the unit features a USB port for DAW integration and phrase import/export.
Looping Functionality The main function of the RC-202 is to provide the user with the ability to create loops and play them back on the fly whilst also being able to save and recall settings and loops at any time. The RC-202 features two stereo loops with fingertip controls allowing you to easily create and control your loops. There are also 64 phrase memories that allow you to store and recall your loops creations segregated into eight banks for easy access. This feature allows you to seamlessly switch between different loops adding a new depth to your performance.
Performance Control As well as offering a range of functions and settings for looping the RC-202 panels is filled with varying hands-on buttons and knobs giving you maximum controls while looping. There is also a jack on the unit for connecting external footswitches or an expression pedal. The built-in MIDI connection also allows you to connect a MIDI foot controllers or MIDI keyboard depending on what devices you need. The MIDI connections allows you to synchronise with an RC-505 or a second RC-202 as well as a range of other external devices to expand the performance value.
Connectivity In addition to the MIDI and jack connections the RC-202 features connections for microphones and instruments plus a convenient stereo aux input for connecting more mainstream devices such as MP3 players. The built-in XLR mic input allows you to connect your microphone directly to the unit itself perfect for beatboxers or vocalists who use their voice for looping. The mono/stereo instrument inputs allow you to connect a range of instruments from electric guitars to basses and more. The built-in USB connection lets you plug the device into your computer to export and archive WAV loops or load up phrases or sounds for sampler-style triggering. The unit will also function as a USB/MIDI audio interface meaning you can easily connect and use the unit with your favourite DAW software allowing you sync record and edit everything from your computer.
Intensive FX The RC-202 also features a wide range of built-in effects with more real-time processing than any other looper on the market. The unit provides you with Four Input and Track FX available simultaneously. You can affect your loops in real-time utilising such effects as Shift Lo-Fi Ring Modulation and more. The track FX features such effects as Filter Slicer and Beat providing you with DJ and sampler effects that can be edited to your desire. The effects can also be easily adjusted thanks to the large easily-accessible knobs allowing you to turn the effect on or off on the fly.
Features Advanced BOSS technology in a compact tabletop looper that can be operated with your hands Two simultaneous stereo phrase tracks with dedicated controls and loop status indicators Four Input FX and four Track FX simultaneously available for processing loops with DJ and sampler-style effects 64 phrase memories (8 memories x 8 banks) each containing two phrase tracks custom effects/playback settings and more Expanded external control via optional footswitches or expression pedal and MIDI XLR mic input with phantom power mono/stereo instrument inputs and stereo aux input 17 on-board rhythm patterns including odd-measure beats USB for phrase import/export and DAW integration with computers
Specifications General Nominal Input Level: Input Mic (Variable): -40 dBu (Typ.) -10 dBu (Max) Input Inst: -10 dBu Aux In: -20 dBu Input Impedance: Input Mic: 4 k Ohms Input Inst: 1 M Ohm Aux In: 22 k Ohms Nominal Output Level: -10 dBu Output Impedance: 1 k Ohm Recommended Load Impedance: 10 k Ohms or Greater Recording/Playback: Maximum Recording Time: Approx. 3 Hours (Stereo) Maximum Phrase Memory: 8 Memory x 8 Bank Number of Tracks: 2 Data Format: WAV (44.1 kHz 16-Bit Linear Stereo) Effect Type (Master FX): Comp Reverb Rhythm Type: 17 Display: 7 Segments 3 Characters (LED) USB: Mass Storage Class Audio/MIDI Connectors: Input Mic Jack: XLR Type (Balanced Phantom Power: DC 48 V 10 mA Max) Input Inst (L/Mono R) Jacks: 1/4 Phone Type Aux In Jack: Stereo Miniature Phone Type Phones Jack: Stereo Miniature Phone Type Output (L/Mono R) Jacks: 1/4 Phone Type CTL 1 2/EXP Jack: 1/4 TRS Phone Type USB Port: USB B Type MIDI (In Out) Connectors: 5-Pin DC IN Jack Power Supply: AC Adaptor Current Draw: 400 mA Accessories: AC adaptor Owners manual Leaflet Using The Unit Safely Dimensions Width: 9-7/16 (239mm) Depth: 6-15/16 (175mm) Height: 2-3/16 (55mm) Weight(Excluding AC Adaptor): 0.95kg (2lbs 2oz)
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