The compact size and simple features make it an excellent looper for anybody with simple looping needs. The RC-3 isn’t quite dated, but it feels that way when you compare it against the RC-5’s RGB LED screen.

On the other hand, if you’re a live performer and plan on heavily using loops in your performances, it’s worth considering the RC-30. Running two synchronized loops at the same time gives you a lot more freedom when building layers and starting/stopping parts. You can see you have important features such as microphone input, MIDI control, external footswitch control, etc. The basic idea is that you can play an entire verse-chorus style song from start to finish using this pedal to build your loops and play rhythm parts. The RC-10R is basically a looper pedal and a rhythm pedal in one enclosure. What if you used separate looper and rhythm pedals? If you’re a guitarist who likes to build up complex loops and you want all of the features in the RC-5, the hard choice for you will be whether to go for the RC-5 or get a more capable unit such as the RC-500.You can connect FV-500H, FV-500L, EV30, or Roland EV-5 expression pedals to control various functions on the RC-600. A few other things may be an issue, depending on what you’re looking for. First, and most obviously, there is no longer an expression pedal as there was on the RC-300. The certainly isn’t a deal breaker, but it was nice having it on the RC-300. The RC-600 also costs more than the 300 did, even at release. Please note that this extended warranty is currently only available on products sold within the UK, EU or EEA, and is subject to the terms and conditions as detailed on the extended warranty certificate provided. Before getting hands on with the Boss RC 600 looper, it’s important you get an understanding of just how much this clever piece of kit can revolutionise your sound capabilities. Let’s just say that, anyone who’s nutty about sound design needs to be all ears. The above video uses a BOSS RC-50, which has been discontinued. But you can still achieve the same results with many of the pedals covered below. Which Loop Station is Best?

In this guide, we will show you how to register, set up, and connect a BOSS RC-600 looper pedal for the first time. Follow the sections below to get started. I'm more inclined to be focused on playing than programming my hardware. After this experience, revisiting a digital DAW doesn't look as half as bad. I also posess the RC-500 and altough i'm happy enough with it to keep it, it's also one step above the upper margin of firmware complexity in wich I'm willing to engage while looping with hardware. I also hope that BOSS adresses the above mentioned issues of the RC 600 on the RC 500, wich are similar, if not the same. All of the settings for the pedal are controlled with the four buttons and the multifunction knob. It’s a great idea, but it does mean you need to learn how to find all of the settings you want to tweak. Most instrument players want looping as much control channeled to their feet as possible. And this is where the RC 600 excels. Being foot-operated, opposed to a tabletop looper, make it FAR easier for the majority of musicians to use. Good to know if you’re after a looper for performance. In terms of weight, the RC 600 is close to double that of the RC 505 MK2. But because of that, it does feel noticeably more rugged. Touring with an RC 600 looper shouldn’t be an issue!

In use

You can record different chord progressions and practice improvising over them and have them ready at every practice session. But if you want to create multiple loops, complex layers, and use other advanced features like what you saw in the above video, one of the more feature-filled loop stations like the RC-30, RC-500, or RC-300 might suit you better.