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Boss Loop Station RC-5 - User Manual

Boss Loop Station RC-5
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Reference Manual
01
© 2020 Roland Corporation
Getting Ready .......................................... 2
Panel Descriptions ......................................... 2
How the RC-5 Is Organized .................................. 3
Connecting the Equipment ................................. 4
Turning the Power On/O .................................. 4
Creating a Loop Phrase ................................. 5
Recording ................................................. 5
Record While Listening to the Rhythm Sound ................. 6
Sounding a Rhythm ......................................... 6
Setting the Tempo of Rhythm ................................ 6
Saving a Memory ....................................... 7
Saving a Memory (WRITE) .................................. 7
Erasing Data from a Memory (CLEAR) ........................ 7
Editing a Memory ....................................... 8
Editing the Settings of a Memory ............................ 8
Editing the Rhythm Settings ................................ 8
MEMORY parameters ....................................... 9
Settings for the Entire RC-5 (SETUP) ................... 12
SETUP parameters ......................................... 12
Connecting a Computer via USB ....................... 16
Connecting the RC-5 and Computer ......................... 16
Backing-Up or Recovering Data ............................. 16
Controlling Devices via MIDI ........................... 17
MIDI Settings .............................................. 17
Controlling an External MIDI Device from the RC-5 .............. 17
Controlling the RC-5 from an External MIDI Device .............. 18
Connecting Two RC-5 Units ................................. 18
Appendix ............................................... 19
Troubleshooting ........................................... 19
Error Message List ......................................... 20
Restoring the Factory Default Settings (Factory Reset) ......... 21
Changing the Battery ...................................... 21
Main Specications ........................................ 22
IMPORTANT NOTES ..................................... 23

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • R
    richardrobertAug 14, 2025
    What to do if my Boss Music Pedal displays 'TOO BUSY' or 'TOO BUSY OMSG'?
    • J
      jmooreAug 14, 2025
      If the 'TOO BUSY' or 'TOO BUSY OMSG' error appears on your Boss Music Pedal, it means the loop FX couldn't process the data quickly enough because the phrase was set to a much slower tempo than when recorded. Try lowering the performance tempo, or returning to the tempo used during recording. You can also save the current content to a memory. If the error persists, back up your data, perform a factory reset using “SYS+MEM,” and then recover the data.
  • A
    Andrea RobinsonAug 17, 2025
    Why does my Boss Music Pedal say 'MEMORY FULL'?
    • K
      kchoiAug 17, 2025
      If your Boss Music Pedal displays 'MEMORY FULL', it could be due to two reasons: either the recorded time of one track exceeded approximately 1.5 hours, or the total recording time of all memories exceeded approximately 13 hours. To resolve this, first save the memory. If you want to continue recording, select a different memory. Alternatively, clear any unneeded memories to free up space.
  • C
    Cody AndersonAug 21, 2025
    What to do if 'MEMORY FULL' appears on my Boss Music Pedal?
    • E
      Eric MasonAug 21, 2025
      If your Boss Music Pedal shows 'MEMORY FULL', it indicates the unit's memory is insufficient. This might cause recording or overdubbing to stop unexpectedly. Clear unneeded memories and then try recording again.
  • A
    Arthur RoseAug 25, 2025
    What to do if my Boss Music Pedal shows 'BATTERY LOW'?
    • A
      Angela SextonAug 25, 2025
      If your Boss Music Pedal displays 'BATTERY LOW', replace the batteries or use an AC adapter.
  • D
    David FarrellAug 27, 2025
    Why does my Boss Music Pedal say 'UNSUPPORTED FILE'?
    • J
      james72Aug 27, 2025
      If your Boss Music Pedal displays 'UNSUPPORTED FILE', verify the format of the audio file. To import an audio file into the RC-5, use “BOSS TONE STUDIO.”
  • J
    Jeffrey ChanAug 30, 2025
    What does 'BUFFER FULL' mean on my Boss Music Pedal?
    • M
      mstoneAug 31, 2025
      If your Boss Music Pedal displays 'BUFFER FULL', it means an excessive volume of messages were received and couldn't be processed properly. Reduce the number or size of MIDI messages transmitted to the RC-5.
  • B
    Brenda McmillanSep 3, 2025
    What does 'NOT EMPTY' mean on my Boss Music Pedal?
    • J
      Judy FloresSep 3, 2025
      If your Boss Music Pedal displays 'NOT EMPTY', either clear the currently selected memory or select an empty memory.
  • T
    Tracy GordonSep 6, 2025
    How to fix 'DATA DAMAGED' error on Boss Music Pedal?
    • C
      Christopher CoxSep 6, 2025
      If your Boss Music Pedal displays 'DATA DAMAGED', use the factory reset function and choose “SYS+MEM” to return the RC-5 to its factory settings.
  • G
    gonzalessaraSep 9, 2025
    What to do if my Boss Music Pedal says 'OFFLINE'?
    • M
      Margaret NunezSep 10, 2025
      If your Boss Music Pedal displays 'OFFLINE', check that the cable is properly connected and that there is no short in the cable.

Summary

Creating a Loop Phrase

Recording Basics

Step-by-step guide to recording audio phrases, playback, and overdubbing.

Rhythm-Assisted Recording

How to record while listening to a rhythm, including tempo setting.

Saving and Erasing Memories

Saving a Memory (WRITE)

Process for saving recorded loops and settings to a memory slot.

Erasing Memory Data (CLEAR)

Editing Memory Settings

Editing Memory Parameters

How to modify the settings within a saved memory.

Editing Rhythm Settings

Adjusting rhythm patterns and associated parameters.

System Setup and Control

Control Assignments

Assigning functions to the pedal switch and footswitch/expression pedal.

MIDI and Storage Settings

Computer Connectivity via USB

Backing Up and Recovering Data

Steps for backing up and restoring RC-5 data to/from a computer.

Connecting RC-5 to Computer

Appendix

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Guide to diagnosing and resolving common sound and operation problems.

Error Message Explanations

Factory Reset and Battery Replacement

Boss Loop Station RC-5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Memory Slots99
MIDI I/OIn/Out
DisplayLCD
Sampling Frequency44.1 kHz
Bit Depth32-bit
Looping Time13 hours
Rhythm Patterns57
Power SupplyAC adaptor or 9V battery
Dimensions73 x 129 x 56 mm
Weight450 g
Loop Time13 hours
Output2 x 1/4"

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