Gearank High Notes
- 2022.11: Equal Highest Rated Tabletop Looper
Tied With:- Boss RC-202
- 2022.05: Highest Rated Tabletop Looper
- 2022.01: Highest Rated Tabletop Looper
Gearank Recommended
The RC-505 MkII first appeared on our recommended list for Tabletop Loopers in January 2022 in the #1 ranked position.
The Mk1 model that it superseded had previously held that #1 rank.
| Website | Source | *Rating Value |
| Music Radar | Robbie Stamp | 90/100 |
| Synthopia | Nick Batt | 96/100 |
| Sound On Sound | Paul Nagle | 92/100 |
*Displayed values are prior to the Gearank Algorithm’s adjustments it makes when evaluating the source.
Overview
The Boss RC-505 MkII has superseded the original RC-505, with longer recording time, better audio quality, enhanced effects, more input and output options, improved routing, and expanded controls.
Note that the MkII is heavier and bigger in size compared to its predecessor.
Given that this is a tabletop looper, it is not ideal if you’re a musician who is busy with your hands.
Support Information
Specifications
- Total Loop Time: Up to 13 Hours
- Simultaneous Loop Tracks: 5
- Loop Memory Slot: 99 Presets
- Audio Quality: 32-bit A/D/A – 44.1 kHz Sample Rate
- Input: 2 x XLR (Balanced, Phantom power), 4 x 1/4″ (Stereo Instrument: L / Mono, R)
- Output: 2 x 1/4″ (L / Mono, R), 4 x 1/4″ (Sub Out 1/2: L / Mono, R), 1 x 1/4″ Headphones,
- USB: Type B
- Power: AC Adapter (Included)
- Extra Feature: Built-in Effects, 85 Rhythm Patterns
- Dimensions: 16.53″ x 2.63” x 9.21”
- Weight: 4 lbs.
