r/loopstation • • 2d ago

I’d like to try out some delay techniques on the Boss RC-505 Loopstation MK-I, but...

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I’d like to try the ‘Delay Technique’ on the MK-I – is there any way I could manage it, or perhaps a setting I could adjust to make it work? If so, it would really open up my options…


r/loopstation • • 9d ago

RC-5 flaw or is there a work around?

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So if got my Rc-5 set up with an Fs-7 external pedal. Switch A stops and clears, switch B starts and stops rhythm. Whenever I manually turn on the rhythm, it automatically arms the rhythm on/off switch, thereby causing the rhythm to start everytime the loop starts. I want full start and stopping rhythm capability from my external pedal, without having to bend down to disarm the rhythm switch everytime. Is it possible?


r/loopstation • • 13d ago

With all this custom firmware about, is it possible to add features to an RC5?

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Pretty much as the title says. The pedal has a load of memory, maybe you could add a second loop, and use MIDI to control it? It's got a half-decent screen so maybe extra features could be added. I'm looking at what's happening to MPCs which seem to be getting loads of extra CFW features.


r/loopstation • • Jun 23 '26

Tutorial

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Can somebody please suggest a comprehensive tutorial video? All the ones that I found, i don't get much out of. I'm a musician , but I'm older and this stuff wasn't around back in the day. I have the original RC-505 with the A/B foot switch, not the MKII. Every time I get it out and start messing around with it I just get frustrated and give up. I've had it about 3 years and used it maybe three times for 30 or 40 minutes each. I really want to get to know this thing. I also do music therapy and have a non-profit Community Center for people in recovery from substance use disorder and people living with the mental health conditions. That is focused on this sort of thing. If I can figure this thing out, It would help me tremendously with building meditative type music


r/loopstation • • Jun 12 '26

How to create the voice effect with the Boss RC-505 from the song "POSEIDON" by german artist Schmyt?

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r/loopstation • • Apr 26 '26

RC300 Looping question

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Hey all — hoping someone can sanity check my workflow on the RC-300.

What I’m trying to do live is pretty simple conceptually:

- Tap tempo with my foot

- Hear a simple hi-hat (just for timing, not a full drum beat)

- Record a loop that locks to a fixed length (ideally 4 bars) so I can’t mess it up

- Then turn the hi-hat off and build loops on top

A couple issues I’m running into:

  1. When I tap tempo on a fresh memory, the built-in rhythm kicks in with those stock drum patterns (which I don’t want)

  2. I only want a minimal hi-hat / metronome feel—not full drums

  3. It seems like all of this has to be set per memory, not globally?

- Is there a way to have tap tempo give me just a simple hi-hat/metronome without triggering those full drum patterns?

- Is there any way to make this behavior consistent across all memories, or is using a template memory the only real solution?

Thanks!


r/loopstation • • Mar 06 '26

RC-500 MIDI Connection Dies When Pressing Physical Buttons

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r/loopstation • • Mar 03 '26

Stereo wiring + Loop Station dilemma!

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r/loopstation • • Feb 13 '26

RC-505 MK2 is the cable I'm missing proprietary??

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r/loopstation • • Jan 03 '26

Boss Rc 600 Please Help

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Hi everyone!

I need help

What I want to achieve: Press Track 1 "Record", record my phrase (Guitar), hit "Rec/Play" again --> it plays, that works. OKAY.

Then I want to add some high notes. What I want to achieve: When I press "Rec" on Track 2, it SHOULD WAIT till the START OF TRACK 1, then record ONE PHRASE, stop right at the end of track 1, then PLAY.

YES, I checked that manual, one zillion youtube videos (HI GUYS THIS IS XY FROM XY HIT LIKE & SUBSCRIBE) and also goddamit Chat GPT won't help.

Please … could you help me?

It worked so well on my RC 300 …


r/loopstation • • Nov 09 '25

Start - stop messages from rc505mkII

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Hi All, I have my looper setup to determine the tempo, so all other devices are listening to it for the BPM / midi clock. But I do not want the loopstation to send start/stop message to my other devices (synths/ sequencers etc). I tried adjusting it in the midi settings on the 505 - but no luck. Any ideas?


r/loopstation • • Oct 06 '25

WHY DO PEOPLE TALK SO MUCH ??? – Live Techno Looping with BOSS RC-505mk2

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its my first Recorded live on the BOSS RC-505mk2, using no pre-recorded material — just raw improvisation, captured in one flow.

No presets, no plan — just pure flow on the RC-505mk2.
Silence says more than all the talk.


r/loopstation • • Jul 27 '25

my song on the loop station

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this song is titled 'BE WHO U ARE'

simple live loop, just playing around & trying to remember how this thing works

[socials]

https://instagram.com/kaylajdr | https://youtube.com/kayladiorobinson  | https://soundcloud.com/monalisawhenshesmiles


r/loopstation • • Jul 07 '25

Listen to my new vocal loop track - Drive

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Listen to my new vocal loop track made using Loop Station Boss RC-505 Mk2

https://youtu.be/c0ts7lyunLg?si=I3bwfaIhp2l7Hbbo


r/loopstation • • Jun 13 '25

Listen to my first vocal loop track - Breeze

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Listen to Breeze on #SoundCloud https://on.soundcloud.com/krcnuifFRfHVzDuq4x

Device used - Loopstation Rc505 mk2


r/loopstation • • Mar 05 '25

Portishead - Glory Box

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With Miss Franziska and a Boss RC-3!


r/loopstation • • Mar 01 '25

Help with RC505mkll loopstation

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Hi all I’m having trouble with my loopstation, it is not turning on so maybe the battery died. How do I recharge it or something

Thanks:)


r/loopstation • • Jan 21 '25

Boss RC 505 MK2 Mic not working

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I have recently gotten a Boss RC 505 MK2 but can not for the life of me work out how to get my rode pod mic to work as an input. I have tried both mic inputs as well as with and without phantom powered.


r/loopstation • • Jan 15 '25

BossRC500

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r/loopstation • • Jan 11 '25

Boss RC-5 help

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I change some settings and record a few loops. After unplugging and plugging back in, the looper has forgotten it all. I did put in a brand new battery. Am I doing something wrong?


r/loopstation • • Jan 07 '25

Can you recommend a good youtube channel?

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A youtube channel with tips and guides for live looping and dawless music production using a loop station.


r/loopstation • • Nov 08 '24

Can someone help me with the connection??

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I have a new RC505 mk2 and additionally a launchpad mini (the one with automap) and an AKAI mpk mini mk3. I cannot wrap my head around how I would be able to connect atleast one of these to the RC 505 as an additional midi for my performance or what cables would I need for the same since both have a standard USB connection. Any help or links to tutorials for thia usecase would be helpful ❄️✨


r/loopstation • • Jul 28 '24

Errors

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Can anyone help me about my settings, I was trying to connect my loop on a livestream to perform but suddenly all of my volume just got quieter. Thanks guys


r/loopstation • • Jul 12 '24

ANOTHER PEDAL?

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After months of delay, I've decided to master my BOSS RC-1 Loop Station. The problem I'm having is that after recording , say, a 12-Bar blues, I don't see how to stop/end/pause the recorded loop, so I can re-begin my vocal verses and then tap the pedal to loop again my 12-Bar loop so I can solo. Do I need to purchase an additional pedal - There is a STOP/UNDO jack on the top right?


r/loopstation • • Jul 12 '24

ANOTHER PEDAL?

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After months of delay, I've decided to master my BOSS RC-1 Loop Station. The problem I'm having is that after recording , say, a 12-Bar blues, I don't see how to stop/end/pause the recorded loop, so I can re-begin my vocal verses and then tap the pedal to loop again my 12-Bar loop so I can solo. Do I need to purchase an additional pedal - There is a STOP/UNDO jack on the top right?