Boss RC-3 User Manual

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Panel DescriptionsMain Features
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1. [OUTPUT LOOP] knob
This adjusts the volume level of the loop phrase being played back.
* This knob does not adjust the input level of the INPUT and
AUX IN jacks.
2. [OUTPUT RHYTHM] knob
This adjusts the volume level of the rhythm sound (p. 12).
Welcome to the Loop Station!
The RC-3 is a pedal-type recorder that lets you record audio phrases
from your guitar or bass, and play them back by operating the
pedal. You can create a wide variety of performances by layering
sound while you record and carry out play back in real time.
• It’s easy to create loop phrases.
• Up to 99 di erent loop phrases can be saved in phrase memory,
for a total of approximately 3 hours (* total for all phrases).
• You can input audio in stereo.
• Sound from a digital audio player connected to the AUX IN jack
can easily be recorded.
• Recorded phrases can be copied via USB to your computer, or
WAV  les from your computer can be loaded into the RC-3 and
played back as loops (p. 14).
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled:
“USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (supplied
on a separate sheet). These sections provide important
information concerning the proper operation of the unit.
Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a
good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, this
manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be
saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.

Boss RC-3 Specifications

Power

nominal output level	-20 dBu
output impedance	1 k ohm
DC voltage	9 V

Recording and Playback

maximum recording time	Approx. 3 hours
maximum number of stored phrases	99 phrases
data format	WAV (44.1 kHz, 16-bit linear, stereo)

Weight and Dimensions

weight	450 g
width	73 mm
depth	129 mm
height	59 mm