Boss RC-505 MKII
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Essential Information About the BOSS RC-505 MKII Tabletop Looper
- 5 simultaneous stereo tracks with robust long-throw sliders and dedicated controls per track
- Premium audio: 32-bit A/D and D/A conversion at 44.1 kHz and 32-bit floating point internal processing
- Up to 4 Input FX and 4 Track FX in parallel, 4 quick-access banks, 49/53 effect types
- Professional connectivity and full integration: 2 XLR mic inputs with 48 V phantom power, 2 stereo Line inputs, 3 stereo outputs, MIDI and USB Audio/MIDI
The Benchmark of Looping, Reinvented
Built on the legacy of the RC-505, the BOSS RC-505 MKII pushes the boundaries of tabletop looping for stage and studio. It delivers more dynamics, more control, and more effects, while maintaining the ergonomics praised by beatboxers and performers. The new longer sliders, "Mark Back" function for smooth Undo/Redo, and extensive command customization create a modern and reliable workflow in live settings.
Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
Ideal for beatboxers, singers, multi-instrumentalists, and content creators, the RC-505 MKII fits seamlessly into both stage setups and home studio configurations. It excels at layering vocal parts, shaping grooves in real time, controlling external instruments via MIDI, and recording directly into a DAW via USB Audio/MIDI.
Technical specifications
| Velocity sensitivity of the pads | No |
| Connection | headphone |
| Sampling frequency | 44.1 kHz |
| Max polyphony | 10 |
| Number of audio tracks | 5 |
| Inputs | USB, minijack line |
| Outputs | audio |
| Color | Black |
Questions frequently asked
How many tracks can be recorded simultaneously?
Five independent stereo tracks are available, each with its own fader and dedicated buttons. The maximum polyphony announced is 10.
Does the RC-505 MKII support two XLR microphones with phantom power?
Two XLR mic inputs with 48 V phantom power allow connection of dynamic or condenser microphones.
Can this loop station be used with a computer and a DAW?
The USB connection handles audio and MIDI exchanges with a DAW. Loop import and export are supported via BOSS Tone Studio. Patterns can also be imported using RC Rhythm Converter.
What effects are available on loops and inputs?
The Input FX and Track FX sections can each use up to four effects simultaneously, with four quick-access banks. They include 49 input effects and 53 track effects respectively, including Harmony and Electric FX.
What is the recording duration of the RC-505 MKII?
The maximum duration is about 1.5 hours per track and approximately 13 hours total memory. The 99 memory slots store tracks, effects, playback settings, and control assignments.



