RC-202 Loop Station
| Article number: | rc202 |
| Availability: | On backorder |
| Delivery time: | delivery 8 - 12 days |
Looping within reach of Progressive Muziekmakerscentrum
The RC-202 is perfect for club performers, electronic musicians and beat boxers. He combines powerful BOSS looping with multi-effects in a surprisingly compact tabletop. The two-track RC-202 is based on the popular RC-505 Loop Station. He has the same distinctive look and convenient interface of its big brother, supplemented by a whole series of new features. Four Input FX and Track FX are four available simultaneously. Realtime loops can be stored in memory locations: that makes for seamless creative possibilities while performing. Also extensive control options via pedals and MIDI feature: ideal for musicians who have their hands full with, for example a guitar, keyboard or other instruments.
Powerful looping and multi-effects in an ultra compact tabletop
- BOSS advanced technology in a compact manually operated looper (tabletop)
- Two simultaneous stereo phrase tracks with their own controls and loop status indicators
- Four Input FX and Track FX are four simultaneously available for editing loops with DJ and sampler effects
- 64 phrase memories (memories 8 x 8 banks), each with two phrase tracks, customizable effects / playback settings and more
- Comprehensive remote control via optional foot switches or expression pedal and MIDI
- XLR mic input with phantom power, mono / stereo instrument inputs and stereo auxiliary input
- 17 built-in rhythm patterns, including beats in experimental signatures
- USB for import / export of phrases and DAW communication with computers
Two stereo tracks and 64 Phrase Memories
The RC-202 puts two stereo loops, each with their own controls and animated status indicators within reach. He has 64 phrase memories for storing and recalling live creations. Memory is clearly divided into eight different banks with quick access: indispensable when performing. During the creation, it is possible to keep loops in the current phrase memory spaces, without the need to push on stop. These handy feature allows you to save and seamless switching of memory, and gradually the performance to create different song structures and ever-changing arrangements.
intensive FX
The RC-202 is equipped with powerful multi-effects, and more real-time processing in the offer than any other looper. Four Input FX and Track FX are four simultaneously available: different effect types lie in creating or playing back loops at your fingertips. During recording, it is possible to enrich the sound with Input FX such as P. Shift, Lo-Fi, Ring Mod and more. Track FX as Beat, filter, Slicer and many other FX features DJ and sampler effects; for major processing while playing loops. The effects can be adjusted quickly and easily via large, grab-ready knobs, and may at any time be switched on / off with the corresponding buttons.
Powerful Performance Monitoring
The panel of the RC-202 is filled with useful pressure and rotary controls for maximum creative control during the run. There is also a jack input provided for the connection of two footswitches and an expression pedal. And via MIDI, it is possible to operate the RC-202 expanded via a MIDI footswitch or -keyboard. MIDI optionally also allows for synchronization with an RC-505 or a second RC-202, as well as drum machines and other devices.
Audio connections and USB
The RC-202 is equipped with an XLR microphone input, mono / stereo instrument inputs and a stereo aux input. All inputs can be used simultaneously, allowing you to record and mix multiple sound sources while creating loops. It is also possible to use a click track to send to the headphone output: a great feature to keep in eye on the pace and timing of the Performen (unremarkable). Connecting to a computer is via USB. That way you can archive or WAV loops load RC-202 phrases; including background tracks or sounds with triggeringmogelijkheden like a sampler. The RC-202 also functions as a USB audio / MIDI interface. Therefore it is easy to integrate with music software: useful during stage performances with a laptop, for making audio recordings, MIDI sync and more.
BOSS RC-202: Loop Station
- Nominal Input Level
INPUT MIC (variable): -40 dBu (typ.) -10 DBu (max)
SET INPUT: -10 dBu
AUX IN: -20 dBu
- Input Impedance
MIC INPUT: 4 k ohms
INPUT INST: 1 M ohm
AUX IN: 22 k ohms
- Nominal Output Level
OUTPUT: -10 dBu
- Output Impedance
OUTPUT: 1 k ohms
- Recommended Load Impedance
OUTPUT: 10 k ohms or more
- Recording / Playback
Maximum recording time: About 3 hours (stereo)
Maximum Phrase Memory: 8 x 8 memory Banks
Number of tracks: 2
Date Format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 16-bit linear, stereo)
- Effect Types
INPUT FX / FX TRACK
LPF
BPF
HPF
PHASER
FLANGER
SYNTH
LO-FI
RING MODULATOR
GUITAR TO BASS
SLOW GEAR
TRANSPOSE
PITCH SHIFT
ROBOT
VOCAL DIST
VOCODER
NATURAL COMP
HARD COMP
NATURAL LIM
HARD LIM
VOX PHONE
EQ
LOW ISOLATOR
MID ISOLATOR
HIGH ISOLATOR
OCTAVE
AUTO PAN
MANUAL PAN
TREMOLO
SLICER
DELAY
PANNING DELAY
TAPE ECHO
Granular DELAY
ROLL
CHORUS
REVERB
BEAT REPEAT * 1
BEAT SHIFT * 1
BEAT SCATTER * 1
VINYL FLICK * 1
* 1 Only TRACK FX
MASTER FX
COMP
REVERB
- Rhythms
17
- Display
7 segments, 3 characters (LED)
- USB
Mass Storage Class
Audio / MIDI
- Connectors
MIC INPUT: XLR type (balanced, phantom power: 48 V DC, 10 mA Max)
INPUT SET (L / MONO, R): 1/4 inch jack
AUX IN: Stereo mini-jack
Phones: Stereo mini-jack
OUTPUT (L / MONO, R): 1/4 inch jack
CTL 1, 2 / EXP 1/4-inch TRS jack
USB Port: USB Type B
MIDI (IN, OUT)
DC IN jack
- Power
AC Adapter
- Power
400 mA
- Dimensions
239 (W) x 175 (D) x 55 (H) mm
9-7 / 16 "(W) x 6-15 / 16" (D) x 2-3 / 16 "(H) inches
- Weight
0.95 kg
2 lbs 2 oz
(without AC adapter)
- Accessories
AC Adapter
instructions
Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
- Options (sold separately)
Foot Switch: FS-5U, FS-6, FS 7
Expression Pedal Roland EV-5, FV-500L, FV-500H
* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms