Boss RC-3 Loop Station

The Boss RC-3 Loop Station: Three Hours of Stereo Recording in a Compact Pedal

Compact Design with Professional Features

The Boss RC-3 Loop Station is a compact yet powerful looper designed for musicians who demand high performance. With up to three hours of stereo recording and storage for 99 loops, this pedal packs incredible functionality into a space-saving design. Perfect for live performances or practice, the RC-3 provides unparalleled looping capabilities in a convenient stompbox format.

Endless Creativity with Marathon Looping

Featuring an impressive three hours of stereo recording capacity, the RC-3 ensures you'll never run out of room for your loops. Save up to 99 phrases directly to internal memory and experiment with complex arrangements. The true stereo I/O allows seamless integration with other effects or instruments while maintaining pristine sound quality.

Rhythm Guide for Perfect Timing

The RC-3 includes a rhythm library with ten rhythm types, including Rock, Pop, Funk, and Latin, to keep your loops perfectly in time. A dedicated rhythm volume knob, tap tempo control, and customizable time signatures make this pedal an ideal tool for creating tight, professional-sounding loops. Rhythm settings are automatically saved with your phrases for added convenience.

USB Connectivity for Backup and Expansion

Expand your creativity with the RC-3’s USB 2.0 compatibility. Connect the pedal to your computer to back up recordings or import WAV files up to 1.7GB in size. This feature offers incredible flexibility for both live performance and studio use, letting you integrate external audio seamlessly.

AUX Input for Versatile Looping Options

The AUX input provides additional recording possibilities, enabling you to loop audio from external sources like digital audio players. This feature allows you to add dynamic backing tracks or unique sounds to your performance, broadening the scope of what you can achieve with the RC-3.

Specifications

• Nominal Input Level
  • INPUT: -20 dBu
  • AUX IN: -10 dBu
• Input Impedance
  • INPUT: 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: 1
  • Data Format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16-bit linear, stereo)
• Rhythm Type
  • Hi-Hat, Kick & Hi-Hat, Rock 1, Rock 2, Pop, Funk, Shuffle, R&B, Latin, Percussion
• USB Interface
  • Hi-Speed USB mass storage device class
• Controls
  • Pedal switch, LOOP OUTPUT knob, RHYTHM OUTPUT knob, DOWN button, UP button, WRITE button, RHYTHM ON/OFF button, TAP TEMPO button
• Indicators
  • REC, PLAY (DUB) indicator
• Display
  • 7 segments, 2 characters (LED)
• Connectors
  • INPUT A/B Jacks: 1/4" phone type
  • AUX IN Jack: Stereo miniature phone type
  • OUTPUT A/B Jacks: 1/4" phone type
  • STOP/MEMORY SHIFT Jack: 1/4" TRS phone type
  • USB Connector
  • DC IN Jack (DC 9 V)
• Power Supply
  • DC 9 V: Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61) or optional AC Adapter (PSA series: sold separately)
• Current Draw
  • 70 mA (DC 9 V)
• Expected Battery Life
  • Approx. 3 hours with alkaline battery
• Size and Weight
  • Width: 2-7/8 inches
  • Depth: 5-1/8 inches
  • Height: 2-3/8 inches
  • Weight: 15.9 oz