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Introducing the RC-30 Loop Station.

Introducing the RC-30 Loop Station.

Description

The BOSS RC-30 Loop Station is the latest addition to the company's industry-leading lineup of pedal-based loop recorders, featuring high-powered digital signal processing, stereo operation, and cutting-edge features. Powered by the ESC2 DSP chip, the RC-30 Loop Station offers musicians one of the most powerful and best-sounding tools yet for recording and manipulating loops live and in the studio.

Housed in BOSS' popular twin-pedal chassis, the RC-30's new features include true stereo ins/outs and up to three hours of onboard stereo recording and loop storage. The new dual-phrase loop feature lets you create and play two completely independent stereo loops in perfect sync.

LOOP FX is for processing your loops in real time, with 99 memory slots for storage. The RC-30 also boasts a USB 2.0 port for swapping and managing WAV loops with your computer. A mic input with phantom power, aux in jack for portable devices, and a key selection of onboard rhythms including real audio drum loops come standard.
BOSS RC-30 Loop Station
BOSS RC-30 Loop Station
BOSS RC-30 Loop Station

Features

  • Three hours of onboard recording time
  • High-powered DSP from BOSS' ESC2 chip
  • True stereo I/O
  • Dual-phrase loop feature lets you create and sync two independent stereo loops
  • 99 memory slots
  • LOOP FX provides realtime loop editing
  • Mic input with phantom power
  • USB 2.0 port for swapping/managing files with your computer
  • Aux in jack
  • Onboard rhythms including real audio drum loops
  • Runs on batteries or optional AC power supply (PSA-120S - product# 155555)

Reviews

4.07

15 Reviews

71%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

4

...an additional note not mentioned for RC20 users.

I loved my RC20...but after many years and spilled beers it was time to upgrade, so I took a chance on the RC30 figuring, like the other reviewers it would be a major step up. I also find it to be a few steps forward, a few back. For anyone else in my predicament seeking a replacement for their RC20 but slightly paranoid about the additional functions of the RC30, it should be noted (and is on the last page of the manual) that by turning the unit on while holding down the LOOPFX button you can revert the pedal functions of the RC30 to the exact functions of the RC20. Bouncing patches from the RC20 is indeed tricky, however although burdensome once completed now it's something you can back up eliminating the fear I've had for years of a total failure. Also, the additional time and patches are...for someone who is used to the admittedly limited memory of the RC20...well, HUGE. ...they really could have spared us the stereo i/o and skipped the rhythm volume knob and instead routed it to the same line in as the RC20....that would have been a MAJOR plus.

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

Poor substitute for the Boss RC-20

I have been very happy with my RC-20 for many years. Unfortunately it started to fail so I picked up an RC-30 as a replacement. What a mistake. I returned it after a few hours. It is missing the basic functionality of the RC-20 that I love and use. It does not let you record a phrase, play it back with or without overdubs, then delete it and record again under pedal control. There is no pedal control delete function! And if you use the alternate track to record a second part, it doesn't let you playback just the new part. It insists on starting the first track 2 seconds later over the second track. Makes the RC-30 completely useless for live multi-tracking. I managed to hunt down an RC-20XL even though it looks like they are discontinued and will hopefully have that as an adequate replacement for my RC-20.

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Best Uses
  1. Performances6
  2. Outdoor Events / Games4
  3. Amateur Recording3
  4. Home Studio3
  5. Professional Recording2
Cons
  1. Difficult To Use2
  2. Effects are of limited use1
  3. Limited foot control options1
Describe Yourself
  1. Professional Musician3
  2. Experienced2
  3. Novice2
Pros
  1. Compact6
  2. Excellent Sound Quality5
  3. Good Selection Of Effects5
  4. Versatile5
  5. Responsive3

Reviewed by 15 customers

  • Been Using Boss boxes since the 1980's

    4

    Verified Buyer

    submitted5 years ago

    byLaughingdeer

    fromOregon

    Perfect for solo artist

  • In most cases you are better off w the RC-3 and F-6 combo

    3

    submitted6 years ago

    byDan in Maine

    fromMaine

    It's a good pedal - great looping and tons of memory. But unless you are seriously jazzed about the on-board effects, I'd recommend getting the less expensive combination of the RC-3 and the FS-6 foot pedal. The big problem w me is that you can't change memory locations on the RC-30 with a single foot tap, even with the extra foot pedal. The foot pedal controls the effects, and I really had no use for them. Switched to the RC-3 plus FS-6 combo and that DOES let you at least move the memory up with a single tap.

  • no power supply??!!!!

    2

    submitted6 years ago

    byjim

    fromalbuquerque

    I find it astonishing that a company would out such an expensive price tag on a product like this and then not include something as Important as power supply in order to make a extra 30 bucks off their customers absolutely awful business practice last boss product I will ever buy too bad too

  • Yeah, I would recommend 'this product!

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    byPatrick

    fromOlney

    I use the drum machine to keep time on the tempo of the songs! The looper gives you the experience of playing with a band! I can set a track of rhythm and play lead over it.

  • yes

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byFELIX

    fromundisclosed

    its grate

  • Amazing quality and value!

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted8 years ago

    byNes

    fromIowa

    Practice and live performance.

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  • submitted5 years ago

    asked bySteven

    fromMA

    The Boss RC-30 says it takes the following power supply, which I could not find on your site? Runs on batteries or optional AC power supply (PSA-120S - product# 155555)

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Just put 'PSA 120S in the search bar or give us a call to better help you out – 877-687-5403

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byPluma

    fromSouth Lake Tahoe, CA

    How many hours does the Boss RC-30 last on the AA battery option?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This pedal has a 7.5 hour expected alkaline battery life.