Boss RC-30 Owner’s Manual

RC-30

DUAL TRACK LOOPER

/RC-3

Loop Station

Setting a New Loop Station Standard

BOSS celebrates the 10th anniversary
of the Loop Station with a dynamic
new lineup of RC-series loopers.
Introducing the RC-3 and RC-30…
portable, powerful pedals with
super-sized internal memory that
captures up to three hours of stereo
looping! The RC-3 is a one-track
stereo Looper housed in a compact
pedal; the RC-30 is the two-track
version in twin-pedal format.
No matter what instrument you play
or sounds you make,
the new RC series is ready to loop
it. Plug in your instrument of choice,
even a microphone; the RC-30 has
an XLR input, complete with
phantom power. Both pedals are
equipped with USB 2.0 ports that let
you save your loops externally, as
well as import and export WAV files.

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True stereo Loop Stations; one stereo track for RC-3,

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two stereo tracks for RC-30

Massive internal memory with up to three hours of

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stereo recording time!

99 onboard memory phrases for storing loops

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Multiple inputs: 1/4-inch A and B input jacks, stereo

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1/8-inch mini AUX input jack; RC-30 also has XLR
input with phantom power

RC-3 LOOP STATION

The RC-3 provides three hours (!) of stereo recording capacity direct to internal memory.
Now you can record long phrases without worrying about memory. Ninety-nine memory
locations let you save and instantly recall your creations. Those who want to incorporate
stereo instruments and devices will appreciate the true stereo I/O of the RC-3. Built-in
drum patterns guide you to perfect looping. And once you’ve created a body of work, you
can use the RC-3’s USB 2.0 port to conveniently save your loops externally. Looping has
never been this portable, powerful, and fun!

USB 2.0 port lets you connect to a PC and

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import/export WAV audio

Rhythm guide with real drums

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Runs on batteries or optional AC power supply

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Built-in effects for processing loops (RC-30 only)

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■ Nominal Input Level INPUT: -20 dBu, AUX IN: -10 dBu ■ Input Impedance INPUT: 1 MΩ, AUX

IN: 22 kΩ ■ Nominal Output Level -20 dBu ■ Output Impedance 1 kΩ ■ Recommended Load
Impedance 10 kΩ or larger ■ 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 Jack: 1/4" phone type, INPUT B Jack: 1/4" phone type,
AUX IN Jack: Stereo miniature phone type, OUTPUT A Jack: 1/4" phone type, OUTPUT B Jack: 1/4"
phone type, STOP/MEMORY SHIFT Jack: 1/4" TRS phone type, USB Connector, DC IN Jack (DC 9 V)

RC-30 DUAL TRACK LOOPER

In addition to the features found in the RC-3, the RC-30 adds a second stereo track for
creating more complex loops. With each track being independently controllable, you can
interactively manipulate stereo loops for expanded creativity. Another big bonus of the
RC-30 is the inclusion of creative onboard effects, as well as an XLR input with phantom
power. Plug in the microphone of your choice, sing, loop, and amaze your audience.
With the RC-30, everyone is welcome to the party, guitarists, bassists, keyboard players,
singers, and even non-musicians who want to explore loop-making using sound
effects, noisemaking objects, etc. It’s time
to experience the power and creativity of
live, interactive looping!

RC-3 Specifications

■ Power Supply DC 9 V: Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61), AC Adaptor (PSA series: sold separately)
* Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries cannot be used. ■ Current Draw 70 mA (DC 9 V) * Expected battery
life under continuous use: Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61): Approx. 3 hours. These figures will vary
depending on the actual conditions of use. ■ Dimensions 73 (W) x 129 (D) x 59 (H) mm / 2-7/8 (W)
x 5-1/8 (D) x 2-3/8 (H) inches ■ Weight 450 g / 1 lb (including battery) ■ Included Accessories
Owner’s Manual, Leaflet (“USING THE UNIT SAFELY,” “IMPORTANT NOTES,” and “Information”),
Alkaline battery (9 V, 6LR61): already installed in unit ■ Options AC Adaptor (PSA series),
Footswitch (FS-5U, FS-6)

* The battery that was supplied with the unit is for temporary use, intended primarily

for testing the unit’s operation. We suggest replacing this with an alkaline dry cell.

* The specifications are subject to change without notice.

* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms

■ Nominal Input Level MIC IN: -40 dBu (variable), INST IN: -20 dBu, AUX IN: -10 dBu ■ Input Impedance

RC-30 Specifications

MIC IN: 4 kΩ, INST IN: 1 MΩ, AUX IN: 22 kΩ ■ Nominal Output Level -20 dBu ■ Output Impedance
1 kΩ ■ Recommended Load Impedance 10 kΩ or larger ■ 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 & Hi-Hat, Rock 1, Rock 2,
Pop, Funk, Shuffle, R & B, Latin, Percussion ■ 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) indicator, 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 Jack (L/MONO, R): 1/4" phone type,
AUX IN Jack: Stereo miniature phone type, OUTPUT Jack (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.

■ Dimensions 173 (W) x 158 (D) x 57 (H) mm / 6-13/16 (W) x 6-1/4 (D) x 2-1/4 (H) inches ■ Weight

1.2 kg / 2 lbs 11 oz (including batteries) ■ Included Accessories Owner’s Manual, Leaflet (“USING
THE UNIT SAFELY,” “IMPORTANT NOTES,” and “Information”), Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) x 6

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

* The battery that was supplied with the unit is for temporary use, intended primarily

for testing the unit’s operation. We suggest replacing this with an alkaline dry cell.

* The specifications are subject to change without notice.

* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms

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