All user reviews for the Boss RC-2 Loop Station

Loop

UTILIZATION

Basic operation although intuitive, one point for Boss
although additional functions require more complicated manipulations

SOUND QUALITY

I kept two months before selling it because the sound quality
is pretty bad ..
Loss of slamming, bass, treble bloated, breath ...
Perhaps with a bad guitar amp bad we not see the difference.

OVERALL OPINION

I sold a home Ditto TC Electronic,
that even though I find it less intuitive, reproduce sound without loss.
It all depends on the use we want to make
and the priorities that we give ourselves.

The basic, a Jack IN, OUT a Jack, a Jack Footswitch and that's it (if there is still 9V) ...

UTILIZATION

This looper is very simple to use. one branch, is pressed, play once again and it is pressed loop ... so on ...

For use in Live, you should opt for more advanced models (RC20XL, RC50 ..) but it's not the same price ...
Personally, I use it to carry me to improv, working my scales and do some simple songs to impress

SOUND QUALITY

I did not notice any change in sound. The recordings are faithful ...
I use several instruments at once (acoustic, electric and bass) through a mixer and playing with I / O FX Send to the table ... and it works pretty well .... I same will soon put a microphone to the percussion and other sounds (yes I know I'm crazy) ...

OVERALL OPINION

I use it recently but I can tell you that my game is affected by the day ... This is a great tool for progress ...

€ 80 used, I think I made a good deal. It's hard enough to find OCCAZ because it goes fast.

I also tested a RC3 but I find its prohibitive price for using ...
I also have a Jamman Solo, but he let me (Jack Input broke and I can not fix it ...) otherwise it was alright ...

9V power adapter or (in his tinkering, contrary to the recommendation to use only gear Boss).

12 range of records including 3 pre-recorded to attack from the start. Record up to 8 tracks (memory) superimposed. Possibility to connect an external audio source to the AUX IN and sampler sound input => possibility of its own drums!
There is a limitation in recording time.

Battery kit fifty choice, can adjust the tempo or rhythmic structure easily (including metronome, hidden among the choices)

Separate knobs for drums (included) and personal records for volumes.

UTILIZATION

Pedal simple sample use: 1 out jack / 1 jack in / Aux IN 1 jack, battery, one branch, auto mode, and bim!

A blow to start playback / recording two shots to stop playback, press and hold for two seconds to delete the last layer /! \ And only this last layer /! \

Registration is a fusion of samples made it is impossible to separate them separately, I mean, just stop one of music recorded on the same samples. So beware, the main limitation of this pedal is here.

Otherwise, automatic, convenient, starts recording the first note received as input, and automatically loop on the duration of the sound. On long takes, the tempo is rarely well calculated, and makes it impossible to use percussion proposed by default.

It is still possible to change the tempo after recording, sound distortion is not too unpleasant if you do not push this feature to the extreme. This feature does not solve the aforementioned problem, because it does not change the calculated tempo, alters and adjusts the recorded track function.

SOUND QUALITY

There are not included effect.

I mainly use this pedal with a guitar, bass, trumpet (with microphone).

OVERALL OPINION

I for 3 years, and I do not always tired; I tried the above models, and did not feel the need to invest more to break me.

Value for money is perfect for me. I remake this choice without hesitation.

Only problem, I thought at one time that the export of recorded music would be easy (like export USB / SD card), but I fantasized. So, to switch on a computer, it's sound card and plugged it OUT.

No effects loop just 11 memories with 16 minutes max memory ...
33 drum loops and some time signatures
1 guitar input
1 footswich
1 to

UTILIZATION

c is a simple and effective rhythm is selected pressing the pedal 1 is able to tax records (square if possible) on rappuie the end of the loop and it hop around in circles ..
then the layers can be stacked (with a limit anyway ..)

I m used it (I have bought the rc 300, the ball ..) to save and make rhythmic solos over or temporarily save my songs ..

SOUND QUALITY

No effects can change memory with a pedal, very convenient if a couplet on January 1 chorus on 2 bridge over the 3 are recorded, so you can change the foot sequence wish ...

OVERALL OPINION

I think every guitarist should have a looper because it allows improve the way you play with the time course .. your rhythm will be more "square" and you can make it sound ranges on agreements of your choice!

Pedal sampler / looper.
A single channel (mono), but simple format pedal opportunity to connect a second (MIDI sustain pedal style).
Several modes of loop, calibrated on a tempo or not.
You can play pre-recorded by storing previously in memory loops.
Jack 6.35 mm, same output.
Runs on 9V battery or optional power supply sector (highly recommended).
Preference is the level control of the loop so that it matches the level of the instrument.
And also the function box efficient pace.

UTILIZATION

Configuration is both simple and complicated ...!
We can do many things with this pedal, but given its size, this requires knowing the right key combinations, not necessarily intuitive.
The French manual is correct, that English is more detailed.
Very easy to add loop loop (like a multitrack) or delete the last, but for the rest, editing is more complex.

SOUND QUALITY

The "automatic" setting works thunder! A bit like the "quantize" a sequencer, even if we play bad, it loop good
Tested with bass and acoustic guitar, it works (live in).
Tested by sending the AUX from the console, it works good too.
In terms of sound quality ... this is the fault of this pedal, quality 16bit 22kHz sample is insufficient for use in concert. Sounds like a bad mp3 compression: '(

OVERALL OPINION

I used it for 1 year at home, unfortunately never in concert.
I have not tried any other models before.
I think for a pedal to 179 €, the sound is really too bad (big difference in a sound between the sound of the instrument and pedal), and leaves to put a little more, as investing in a pedal will sound usable.

This is the smaller format loops but everything is there: supporting battery (more sounds) keyed on Tappe tempo, automatic start at first plectrum, erasing the last loop, re-registration, stacking loops that automatically recalent , stop, backup memory (only 11), and more opportunity to connect an MP3! Classic Alim.

UTILIZATION

I highly recommend reading the manual (downloaded in French) for optimal use. Shortly after you get there easily without.
I used to start keeping treasured each loop, and finding that 11 memories, it is very little .. especially as I stacked up to 4 loops on each other! But now I use it very often in re creating each time the loop, I play it mainly to develop my game "solo", the RC-2 acting 2 rhythm guitar. I do not save anything, and sees it as a plus, for each repeat at home.
Least 2 pressure to stop
Plus: little room to pedalboard (end effects loop)

SOUND QUALITY

Really top quality, but only on my tube amp (H & K 25th anniv) otherwise disappointment. I "feel" the 2nd guitar as a buddy next to me, and the battery is a real plus. Little background noise, but I'm not in the studio.

OVERALL OPINION

I use it for 4 years non-stop, and could do without, it is compact and so convenient! However, it is quite "sport" live ... All alone without problems, but in a group, I do not see much use. For young people, the top to develop improvisations on scales penta. I think she has an essential place in each pedalboard.

No PC connectors, you can not import loops in the box.

UTILIZATION

I had never used before and my looper guitar level is not transcend.

I mostly bought it for my work rhythm, and this time it's pretty good.

For the rest I use little all functions. I is not easy at all to use the drum machine and the tempo setting is very complicated for a beginner. It lacks a setting with a display of tempo.

SOUND QUALITY

I use a fender amp XD superfield with a fender classic player 60.

OVERALL OPINION

For the purpose that I, I would do the same choice. That is enough to turn a chord chart and make your own backtracks.

The loop boss has the same format as the boss pedals. You can record 12 different tracks which can then be recalled at will. Many voices can be stacked on each track but once the recorded track, you can not separate them. Should not be able to edit the tracks (no output). A battery with an independent volume is available but the pedal has no effect. There are another with a small digital screen it may be effects (to be confirmed).
For connectivity there is an input and output jack, a jack "temporary stop" which should cut the battery and input "in the" mini jack and then plug the power supply.

UTILIZATION

It takes a little time to get used to it.
Convenience is not great. We should have the settings at hand and control the foot pedal (separate). otherwise you will always be considered tampering with and there .... ouch my back.

SOUND QUALITY

I use a Les Paul Studio guipson and amp Vox AC30C2.

I doubt its use group unless it has battery than the loop (which is very basic I must say). are numerous, but the rhythmic and linear sound is not very alive. Or if you have the drummer is the tempo of the pedal in the ears or finally, but this is impossible, it is as accurate as a metronome ....

OVERALL OPINION

I've had 5 years but I do seldom used.

It is well to work alone.

- Loop or one shot
- Tap tempo
- 11 sentences
- Guides tempo / phrase

- No lamps
- Jack connector

UTILIZATION

- Use not quite intuitive, it is necessary to delve a little into the manual to get to the bottom of the system and its capabilities
- Light manual (pdf available on the net)
- Editing / saving sounds simple

SOUND QUALITY

- Rhythms and drum samples are clear with the tempo changed, not bad for bosser rhythms, riffs on search patterns database
- Guitar

OVERALL OPINION

- 2 years
- First loop station
- Management intuivive not very early, due to the possibilities of pedal
no USB port for up-date (determined with RC3)
- Very good value for money, efficient and robust design of the BOSS range
- The use of an external footswitch can be interesting (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFb-Kr5AYKg)

Looper for sampler bocles some 15 minutes, divided into 11 banks.

Several battery accompaniments are available, more or less usable.

Ability to create loops in 3 or 4 times.

The technology is digital.

UTILIZATION

The manual is clear enough, if we take a little time to read.

The setup is fairly simple

SOUND QUALITY

The overall sound quality is adequate at best.
I use it for "bosser" plans to swing or samples of intreo. It does the job

OVERALL OPINION

I use it for a few years now, as the price is right.
There are better, but it is more expensive.
IN secondhand, it is a good plan. Like all Boss pedals, rather indestructible.

-11 Tracks selectable

Capacity-16 minutes (total) Recording

-Wide range of battery parts

-One-shot mode, which does play once the loop

UTILIZATION

The manual is clear, but when you already know the functioning of Loop Station we do not really need to, especially since this version is very compact so you step 36 possibilities, and there is only one pedal ...

SOUND QUALITY

I do not know if there is a true bypass but when you're not a freak on a digital-esteem, it will be just fine. The sound is not altered, at least I is not notice anything.

Drum parts are, in my opinion, useful only in his room as a substitute, but will be of no use in concert: too narrow, since it differs from the regular (4/4, 2/2 and others) it does not stick ...

OVERALL OPINION

This pedal is rudimentary and simple, so it's perfect for composing. But for those who do live alone (along with their Loop) should direct their choice to something more complex, "Swiss Army knife" as the RC-20XL or VDL1 Vox Dynamic Looper, or if you have RC-30 budget

This pedal as you probably know has two interesting modes: the looper and a rhythm box.
Everything is analog.
A 9v connection (recommended)

UTILIZATION

This little red box has plenty of capacity for a small package. It can save different preset to reuse later, create overdubs also like all good looper (up to 3 tracks juxtaposed). It also helps to have many pace to accompany and is provided with a tap tempo.
Although it seems simple on the manual can be found on the website of BOSS, in reality it is not. In fact, the pedal is the classic format of BOSS pedals (a push button) use standing is sometimes laborious and requires a good grip (or foot pedal). Ditto for stalling the pace. Once this is done it works very well, but simplification and mignaturisation perfect housing has made it more complex grip so that you will in any case at the beginning a lot of time sitting.
I therefore recommend to the stage for the reason or if it gets confused between 1 or 2 seconds to keep support, dual pressures etc. or if you are confused in the line it will be hard to catch up in a hurry. C is a good pedal IF it was tame but it will be long.

SOUND QUALITY

This pedal has a good sound quality. Nothing to say on this side of, well regulated c is not ideal especially grains, obviously does not solve the flight too strong for support does not pass the leed.
I could use it with a PRS McCarty with splitables microphones and acoustic electric. Both are very well placed in the mix
Only a slight defect background noise due to the onboard electronics. (Noise Gate useful)

OVERALL OPINION

I kept more than a year. It was my first looper before I change for the flashback x3 TC électronic.
The beat box is very interesting to work on his pace and explore new things I almost keep to it.
Just for that I will ever be the choice because even if I did not keep c is a good experience with loopers without ruining it and especially for those who work in them that will:
1) having a battery with you to repeat
2) to work on his game / pace / mistakes
3) develop their creativity with Embedded rhythms.

Good music