Boss RC-2 Loop Station user reviews ( 8/10) - 21 user reviews

• 04/28/11

  denied's review "Pretty good for what it is"

  Characteristics

  - 16 minutes of storage
  
  
  
  - 11 storable loop tracks
  
  
  
  - Sample drum tracks
  
  
  
  - Auxiliary input
  
  
  
  - Overdubbing
  
  
  
  - External control pedal input
  
  
  
  - Tap tempo
  
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  Utilization

  Lets face it, this isn't the easiest pedal to operate. You need to set up the track number, set it in record mode, overdub, set drum tracks (by scrolling through all of them...), save, set guitar and drum volume..etc.
  
  
  
  But it does take something as complicated as looping and present it in a compact footprint.
  
  
  
  The fact that one needs to double stomp to stop the loop, or bend down to scroll through loops can get really annoying, but that is the price you pay for such a small enclosure.
  
  
  
  The manual is very lengthy, but I highly recommend that you take the time to read it. It does a good job of breaking down the less intuitive features.

  Sound Quality

  I highly recommend running this in the loop if you have one. That way, the pedal will store the actual sound of your preamp, and not just continue to loop the dry signal through the input. You'll get less of a cluttered sound, and also be able to switch channels without affecting the looped track. Just make sure to back off the volume a tad.
  
  
  
  While the pedal does adjust the loop for minimal tempo changes, it isn't perfect no matter how tight of a job you do stomping it in. I found that with a solid drummer, the pedal will drift after a few loops.

  Overall Opinion

  It really comes down to what you want to use it for. In a live setting, it is going to get off time, is difficult to control in a hands free manner, and probably isn't what you want to be using. For the bedroom guitarist who just wants to work on improv and listen back to leads, its a very useful tool. I use it pretty frequently while teaching so that I can play WITH a student over a backing track.
  
  
  
  Prices on these seem to be dropping, they aren't a bad deal at all. I'd also take a look at the digitech jamman line.
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• 03/10/10

  moosers's review

  Characteristics

  The Boss RC-2 Loop Station is a compact looping pedal that can be used with any electric instrument. I've only used it with electric guitar, so this review will be focused upon this application. The pedal is pretty standard in it's characteristics for a Boss pedal, as it has 1/4" connections for input and output, as well as one for hooking up an expression pedal to control stopping and tempo. This isn't rack mountable - it is a stomp box.

  Utilization

  It did take me a little while to get used to using the Boss RC-2 Loop Station. I found it a bit strange to be using an in depth looper pedal that only has one button, as I'm used to other models that have a few different buttons to play with. After playing with it for a short while though I was able to get used to it without a real problem. There are definitely a good amount of parameters to play with, including those for mode, selecting your phrase (up to 11), and for controlling the levels of your original recording and your current phrase. The manual is pretty in depth and very helpful for learning how to use the pedal as a whole.

  Sound Quality

  The Boss RC-2 Loop Station doesn't have any sounds of its own, but most importantly it records you clear and plays back without losing any sound quality. I've used the pedal with a Fender Jazzmaster and '76 Fender Twin Reverb, and it was a lot of fun to play with for looping and recording over myself. I'm a big fan of pedals like this, as I love to harmonize over myself and come up with new ideas...

  Overall Opinion

  As far as looping pedals go, the Boss RC-2 Loop Station is the cheapest and most compact one on the market. I don't like it as much as the RC-20, but as far as price goes, the RC-2 has it beat by a long shot. If you're just looking for a looping that you can use to mess around with at home, I'd recommend this one to save the money, but if you're going to be using it outside of your home, I'd definitely recommend spending a bit more money and getting the RC-20 or RC-20XL, as they are easier to use and have a lot more to work with...
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• 12/13/11

  supertitite1's review ( translated ) Improve this translation " not bad"

  Characteristics

  generally, the use is correct, I do not necessarily all very practical (a track erase ...).
  
  there qq pace battery to calibrate the sound is not great but it can give a guide, the buttons are very small and it is not practical.
  
  The looper itself is good, easy to use foot, do not do too much overdubbing of course.
  
  I find it a bit basic as looper for the price I expected better.

  Utilization

  the manual is correct

  Sound Quality

  deja vu, the reproduced sound of the guitar is good, the sound of the drum track is not terrible

  Overall Opinion

  I keep six months, I look for another looper a little more complete
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• 03/20/10

  mikyreale's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Characteristics

  No connection to a PC ... but why this type of tool?

  Utilization

  It is small but does not say little simpler.
  
  In fact I think you really add a pedal "on / of" type FS5U or FS6 or ... I'm waiting to know if the AB 200 of Berhinger works with.
  
  
  
  Otherwise, it quickly accessible and suddenly you feel less alone!
  
  Finally a gus playing with me so I just chorus ... the pale that it is not very square the guy. Ha shit ... it's me!

  Sound Quality

  So there, there's not much to say except its neutrality. No Buzz with stacking loops.

  Overall Opinion

  What I really liked was the Boss format that allows me to put in my box of Boss pedals. Now it is clear that without pedal swith the stage use becomes problematic in my opinion. So the coup ... compactness is further appointment. But I still love the format. That's why I took it.
  
  
  
  She could do more, for sure, but with practice I'm sure I'll discover lots of little trick to use max.
  
  
  
  Finally for the price, there are competitor products that seems to do more if the avalanche of technology that frightens you least months.
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• 01/15/10

  marron37's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Characteristics

  see the preceding review

  Utilization

  I read the other reviews and overall it's pretty objective (unlike many other review material).
  
  
  
  reading (m ^ me part) of the manual is necessary, but it is fairly comprehensive without being incomprehensible.
  
  
  
  is clearly for the home studio. live it's really hot all times for a song or two and the sound of the rhythm box 0c'est possible ....
  
  
  
  little knob to so many functions have to think .....

  Sound Quality

  I find this point interaissant. it produces something clean. (If it is clean in tempo and action ...)

  Overall Opinion

  I was short but I wanted to repeat what was said had already moult once ....
  
  
  
  anyway for those who like to create their small compound is royal ....
  
  
  
  for the price (even new) is a really nice pedal parfatement who filled his role and is increasingly used is fairly easy once you took graduations.
  
  
  
  Given the characteristics and at this price I think this is a must for the enthusiast who wants grateux eploité his creative side ....
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• 05/06/09

  Guilll's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Characteristics

  It is a "looper," or "sampler" is to say quite simply a pedal that records what you play, then the spring loop or only once.
  
  
  
  It can store up to fifteen minutes of its distributed among 11 independent memory locations, all as more or less CD.
  
  
  
  The pedal has many features: three different recording modes, an integrated drum machine with a large number of rhythmic patterns in 3 or 4 times, adjusted by means of a button or foot. It can also record audio from a CD player or hi-fi, and change speed without changing the tone.
  
  
  
  Digital technology (obviously)
  
  
  
  The connection is simple (this is the only thing in this simple foot): an inlet, an outlet, an outlet to plug in an external controller.
  
  
  
  It is very compact: the size of a classic Boss pedal effects, with only three knobs and a button. This compactness is also both its biggest advantage (particularly because it reduces the cost) and its biggest drawback, because the blow is fairly complex to use.
  
  
  
  Attention, it depletes the battery in record time! AC power required ...

  Utilization

  The use of the RC2 is rather complex: on one mode to another (3 recording modes, backup mode, choice of rhythmic patterns, etc.) each knob or button has a different function. In practice this becomes clearer, but a careful reading of the manual is indispensable. It also often crosses the forums buyers lost souls who do it are not visibly plunged ...
  
  
  
  I will not detail all the operating modes of the pedal but basically all serve the same purpose: to record, store and return loops guitar (or any other electric instrument, including voice). In any case, this recording is on a "base" measure by measure and rhythm, the pedal is responsible for adapting slightly the length of each loop so that it "sticks" to the measures. The tempo can be adjusted either automatically (auto mode, but there is interest in playing VERY square!) Or by tapping in rhythm on a button or pedal. With the large number of rhythmic patterns available, the possibilities are enormous. on the other hand, it's still a basic drum machine: no breaks, no tempo changes ...
  
  Once registered the loop, we réappuye on the pedal, and the loop begins to play forever. Pressing and we add an overdub, that is to say a new "layer" recording. At any time, you just erase the last "layer" saved, then restore it if it crashed.
  
  
  
  Once this operation assimilated, we come to easily record loops. Remains to play square, which is not necessarily obvious, cat pedal forgives nothing. But progress in this area is great.
  
  
  
  In my opinion, the RC2 still has some annoying flaws three, which limit its use:
  
  
  
  * Without additional pedal, remove a loop requires to keep the pedal down for a few seconds and stop playing "double click" with the foot. Not very practical, and almost impossible to succeed by staying in rhythm live. We see that it is not for this ...
  
  
  
  * It is impossible to move from one loop to the other foot, without bending over to turn the knob for selecting memory locations. We can not separately record several parts of a song, then move on.
  
  
  
  * When recording over a rhythm loop set, delete the first "layer" to start recording requires also the feast of the tempo. Annoying when it crashes 3 times in a row ...

  Sound Quality

  In itself, the sound quality of recording is very good, although it can of course not compete with that of a true recorder. There has been no significant degradation of sound As the stack of "layers" successive recording, provided that they remain reasonable. Even the drum does not sound too synthetic.
  
  
  
  The problem in this area comes from the amp rather: in fact, the pedal just to record the raw sound of the guitar, possibly modified by other effects pedals placed upstream: it is the amp that "sort" the sound. So, obviously, with lots of curls piled on her loaded and can quickly become rough, especially if the amp has a tendency to crunch. But if you stay reasonable on the amount of overdubs (less than ten say) the sound is very good.
  
  
  
  The other problem is that if the pedal is plugged in "front" between the guitar and amp, setting the latter applies to the sound of the guitar and loops recorded. In other words, impossible to play a rhythm over saturated in the clear. The solution is to either use a pedal placed before the saturation RC2 (which therefore does not affect the sound loops) or to plug the pedal in the effects loop of the amp, if it has one .
  
  
  
  However, the problem is fairly easy to overcome, and especially relates to the same type of pedal, and is found on higher-end models. It could be easily removed by adding a second output on the pedal, to direct the loops to an amp and guitar sound to another, and to play in stereo. In a future release of RC2 perhaps?

  Overall Opinion

  The opinion on this pedal is highly dependent on the use we intend to make. Do not misunderstand that for which it is planned.
  
  
  
  The Boss RC2 is:
  
  
  
  * A great tool to work the guitar: she forgives nothing in rhythm and can move very quickly to both the rhythmic rigor as the harmony. For example, recording a chord grid and then playing a solo over it, you can work very effectively the relationship between the notes, scales, modes, etc.. It is also convenient to work pieces only at home.
  
  
  
  * A very good tool for composition: compose songs takes on another dimension when you can immediately listen to the result of what is found "in status". Too bad she does not truly independent tracks, but in such a format and at this price ...
  
  
  
  * A "toy" to scrape a lot of fun at home: oD
  
  
  
  But the Boss RC2 is not:
  
  
  
  * A tool for live: too complicated to use, especially without additional pedal stop to control loops, with no possibility to switch from one loop to the other foot ... and above all, in my opinion, the use of such devices has no interest in concerts, force the group to follow a tempo drum machine, boring and unchanging, limits the possibilities of improvisation, multiplies the opportunities for technical problems ... What makes a live looper, a musician will always be better. At the limit it can help to launch sampled sounds, but that's all. And styles based on samples and loops as techno or rap, it is far too limited. However it is also true of his colleagues much more expensive.
  
  
  
  * A recording tool: poor sound quality (although very respectable for other uses), recording time insufficient, a single track from memory location (you can even save multiple "layers" of sound each) impossible to return to another loop that the last registered, no memory card slot to transfer recordings to other media ...
  
  
  
  In short, if you use this pedal for what it is, and not to misunderstand its use is a great tool, that can totally change the life of guitarist home! In addition, she begins to find secondhand around 100 euros, which is simply given for such a machine, totally unimaginable only a few years ago ...
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• 10/11/08

  Gratt'oche's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Characteristics

  It's all in the name: Loop Station.
  
  Almost.
  
  Loop station, actually, this little boi-box records what you play and the return loop ...
  
  But not only, oh surprise! There are even some pattern of batteries included!
  
  It never replace your drummer, but you get to be stalling, and alone, it's still more enjoyable than a metronome!
  
  Connections: in / out, hopefully, making Footswitch to control loops (avoids "double clicks" on the pedal itself) and even a mini jack to pump your favorite piece of your mp3 (no example) and you lead to play it.
  
  For connectivity, and that's all that's not bad.

  Utilization

  The grip was a bit tricky at first, although I do not consider myself stupid, but it's coming fast enough, today I master it well enough ...
  
  Editing loops is quite easy (well a little practice is needed, but nothing nasty)
  
  By choosing against the drum track, it's a hassle, you can change the patterns by pressing a button or via the pedal, there is a score of programs, but it's boring, frankly. .. That said, I use one or two, I spotted a place in memory, and I did that as, in short, is not that great as a system, but I do not think he could do better given the size of the machine, and then we always end up finding a solution.
  
  The manual is clear and welcome, especially at first, keep the cool in the case of your guitar, but overall, the use of RC2 is pretty simple.

  Sound Quality

  This pedal has done its job, the sound you record is not too filthy, but not the high end. That said, I'm glad for it.
  
  The "drum machine" is limited to twenty programs, it's a Roland, so it goes, the more I read in the record that there is a kind of filter for the sounds Battery credible through a guitar amp. I agree that it's not bad, but nothing more.
  
  Consider this "drum machine" like a metronome improved.
  
  The advantage of this is that you can connect a guitar, bass, synth, anything that requires a jack ...

  Overall Opinion

  I use the RC2 for three months, I appreciate the simplicity of the "auto" mode (starts recording when you start to play), the tap tempo, intuitive to change the rhythm loops
  
  I regret however that there ale only 11 memories, for once, it's a little lighter.
  
  I have not tried other models, I made a purchase a bit compulsive, however, is the only looper at this price (to my knowledge)
  
  The value for money is pretty decent, about € 140, it can feel much, but I think it contains quite expensive electronic components.
  
  In short, it does, but I would do it, if you look ergonomic device, complete, and you want to do things rather complex loops, choose another model or another brand.
  
  Be aware that in this price range, the investment is worth it.
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• 08/11/08

  Anonymous 's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Characteristics

  Sampler of sentence, digital drum machine (I think).
  
  Format pedal. Two input (guitar and external switch), an output, a CD/MP3 input on the back and the adapter plug.

  Utilization

  Relatively simple configuration you still have to read the package insert for complete features. Very easy to use, it supports, you can play, and it réappuis in the box.
  
  
  
  Manuel clear no complaints about that side.

  Sound Quality

  I think the sound sampled loses definition but it is generally acceptable. Function drum machine handy to stay in a precise rhythm.
  
  
  
  I use it with an Ibanez RG and two line6 amps.
  
  
  
  I like everything that can make this toy.

  Overall Opinion

  I use it for about 6 months and she is still not bad.
  
  I like to improvise its usefulness alone or work pieces (only too).
  
  I also used to make the lead part with two guitars harmonized.
  
  
  
  I find the pedal a bit expensive in view of what it is in the box but I still advise to those who began to pace, for example.
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• 05/12/08

  Anonymous 's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Characteristics

  - What are the effects or types of effects available?
  
  phrase sampler not REALLY be in effect.
  
  - What technology is used? (Analog, numrique, lamp ...)
  
  lamp is not on APRS I do not know what it is DSOL.
  
  - Are they ditables? Via an editor Mac / PC?
  
  not on what MODEL.
  
  - What is the connection? (Audio / MIDI)
  
  standard guitar jack
  
  - Is this a rack or rack MODEL?
  
  bah what a stomboxe one pedals.

  Utilization

  - The configuration gnrale Is it easy?
  
  A bit difficult to beginners. Must be said that all power rgler with 3 knob and a button has not simplify the matter.
  
  - The edition of sounds and effects is it easy?
  
  Yes we did it all done quickly asser the foot is pressed, you can play, tamping and presto! it is in the bote.
  
  - The manual is clear and sufficient? ...
  
  Yes I think the manual is clear and it is still happy ^ ^

  Sound Quality

  The sound is reproduced restitution but not perfect but it's not really going to record a CD ^ ^
  
  
  
  I use it with an Ibanez RG and a Line 6 amp and a multi-purpose zoom.
  
  
  
  I find my account in this exercise myself PDAL o I manage in terms of harmonization.

  Overall Opinion

  I use it for one week and I am satisfied. I like the ease of handling (or foot plutt) even if the compaction feature makes the beginners a bit hit and miss but the good looper y'en no 36 000.
  
  No I trust the brand boss and as I said before the looper is not frquent.
  
  The report qualitprix seems correct.
  
  I remake this choice because it offers me everything I was looking for a sampler: the possibility to try new things without having to wait for days RPTES with the group.
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• 04/07/08

  vincislex's review ( translated ) Improve this translation

  Characteristics

  - What impact or effect types are available?
  
  Good! This is a "Looper". In short, to musical phrases repeatedly. Therefore not REALLY an effect.
  
  - What technology is used? (Analog numrique, lamp ...)
  
  I do not know but the sound quality is impeccable.
  
  - Are they ditables? Via an editor Mac / PC?
  
  No. At this relatively low price, do not RVer
  
  - What is the connection? (Audio / MIDI)
  
  An instrument for Jack, a Jack in the pedals optional FS-5U or FS-6L (Start / Stop - Tap / Tempo
  
  - Is it a MODEL rack or rack?
  
  Hooo! Guys ... it is a PDAL.
  
  
  
  We're going to 8, as it is missing, I think, between one to connect a volume pedals ... I'll explain more later.

  Utilization

  - The configuration gnrale Is it easy?
  
  Yes
  
  - The edition sound effects or is it easy?
  
  Yes, except the "Stop".
  
  - The manual is clear and sufficient? ...
  
  As always with Boss ... For those who can not read English => # http://mesnotices.fr/manuel-notice-mode-emploi/BOSS/RC-2-_F

  Sound Quality

  - The effects are they effective, suitable and adequate ralistes?
  
  Nickel chrome. I do not hear the sound diffrence between live and reproduced sound.
  
  - Which instruments do you use?
  
  An acoustic guitar, until ... Submitted But I will try all sorts of things.
  
  - What are those you prfrez, you dtest?
  
  Ben is the "Looper" in real time ... But there are also recording functions ... which I do not still useful.

  Overall Opinion

  - How long have you use it?
  
  Last night.
  
  - What is the particular feature you like best and least?
  
  The "+"
  
  The looper is perfect. If you aves a bit sense of rhythm, there is no problem to make a loop that runs perfectly ... and in addition it's great gnial to progress and learn to be square in square.
  
  
  
  Operation is super easy and intuitive ... Well I have not yet explored but frankly it's not rocket science. You leave the box of her pretty red bote, and you plug HOP you "jam" of hell itself, as a great.
  
  
  
  The overdub. After a few chords or notes and looped, it can be "directly" record something else on top ... and then, if the DSIR, add new notes on top. WARNING: Not enough for a symphony orchestra, but it's really nice ... Up 2-3 overdubs, I have not encountered any major problem ...
  
  
  
  The "-"
  
  
  
  The "stop" that must be actuated with either a double pressure on the pedals, or with a single press of the optional FS-5U pedals. The both of them are not practical. Since the first case a double pressure application be really careful and concentrated to arrter the loop at the right time. And with the FS-5U, even if I did not try it is not much better as it is necessary to change pedals, which also calls for a "gesture" supplmentaire. But it is not feasible.
  
  
  
  OF CORRECTIONS April 7: I withdraw what I said on the optional FS-5U pedals. Certainly a deuxime PDAL is less convenient one ... But it is essential to have if you want to properly operate the RC-2. So, the RC-179 2 + 29 FS-5U = 208! May be it is better to directly select the RC-20XL, as the "heart" of the bte seems to be the same (16 minutes, 11 loops, etc ...) You decide.
  
  
  
  To return the FS-5U, is much more empty with this little pedals. Since we can stop exactly o you want ...
  
  
  
  The "Stop" brutal. This makes sense when you ask the machine to stop it s'arrte. BUT! It s'arrte net => impossible to finish a piece in style without "tampering". I have found two solutions, not empty set up musically.
  
  1. I stop "pil-coat" the end of the loop (May the Force be with you) That application be highly developed ... good exercise, but could certainly live, I think. 2. I connected the RC-2 A volume pedals in order to "die" the loop slowly continuing to play. BUT! RHHHHHHHHHHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA, logically, as the "Loop" is placed last in the loop because when I lower the volume, well I have more sound at all as for the reproduction of the loop for the instrument is connected.
  
  
  
  It lacks a management diffrent and "live" out of the loop and instrument "direct". Good for the price, it might be impossible. But that's a shame ... Since there is only one output level. It can con stepfather, but if we do a loop is to play "over" and if the loop is at the same level as what is added, well it's fast soup. .. Well I dbrouilles trs well with a volume pedals and my "Magicstomp," but we must juggle several pedals.
  
  
  
  - How do you report qualitprix?
  
  
  
  PERFECT! NICKEL! But to take full advantage of this type of "loop" must be added a few pedals supplmentaires. "PDAL volume" and "Footswitch" well before a possibly pdalier Loop diffrencier the history of sound and thus have a good balance between rhythmic (reproduced with the looper) and solo , for example. In addition, if we add such a Boss LS-2 (which sends the sound to output A and output B) this would be the really nickel. But then the RC-2 Loop Loopstation made. Point line. And it's a great ...
  
  
  
  - With the exprience, you do again this choice? ...
  
  
  
  YES! I hte to test it live solo in a few weeks, do the purchase.
  
  
  
  Apart from the "Stop" impractical and brutal, this is an excellent tool To create, to "jam" only to learn and above all be square ... Also the sound quality really allows use in direct agrmenter enabling and enriching the simple "guitar + voice" with all sorts of "layers" supplmentaires ...
  
  
  
  Well, I guess "small default" do not exist on the RC-50 2-3 times more expensive ... Therefore should not be too "greedy". Honntement if your into place and you become a "king" of the "double click" with your foot, it's absolutely perfect ... Not bad, finally pedals that requires you square be?! ADDITION OF April 7 is always more enjoyable than mtronome ... and above all it allows you to really "risk" stuff ... and / or play the RC-2 you.
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