Owner’s Manual

USING THE UNIT SAFELY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 System Settings (MENU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

IMPORTANT NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Connecting to a Computer via USB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Backing Up or Recovering Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
How the RC-600 Is Organized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Controlling Devices via MIDI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Getting Ready. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 MIDI Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Top Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Controlling an External MIDI Device from the RC-600. . . . . . . . . . 21
Rear Panel (Connecting Your Equipment) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Controlling the RC-600 from an External MIDI Device. . . . . . . . . . 22
Turning the Power On/Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connecting Two RC-600 Units. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Phantom Power Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Switching Between Play Screens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Appendix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Adjusting the Input/Output Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Pedal Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Error Message List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Restoring the Factory Default Settings (Factory Reset) . . . . 25
Creating a Loop Phrase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Main Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Recording on a Single Track. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Recording on Multiple Tracks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Record While Listening to the Rhythm Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Sounding a Rhythm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Setting the Tempo of Rhythm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Using the Input FX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Saving a Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Saving a Memory (WRITE). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Erasing Data from a Memory (CLEAR). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Editing a Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Editing the Settings of a Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Editing the Track Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Editing the Rhythm Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Changing How the Rhythm Starts and Stops. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Editing the Input FX/Track FX Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Owner’s Manual (this document) To obtain the Parameter Guide

Read this first. It explains the basic things you need to know in order to
use the RC-600.
1. Enter the following URL on your computer.
https://www.boss.info/manuals/
Parameter Guide (download from the Web)
This explains all of the parameters of the RC-600.
2. Choose “RC-600” as the product name.

Before using this unit, carefully read “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (the leaflet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” and the
Owner’s Manual (p. 2)). After reading, keep the document(s) where it will be available for immediate reference.

© 2021 Roland Corporation

 USING THE UNIT SAFELY
WARNING WARNING CAUTION
Concerning the Auto Off function Use only the supplied AC adaptor and the correct Handle the ground terminal carefully
The power to this unit will be turned off voltage If you remove the screw from the ground
automatically after a predetermined amount Be sure to use only the AC adaptor supplied terminal, be sure to replace it; don’t leave
of time has passed since it was last used for with the unit. Also, make sure the line voltage it lying around where it could accidentally
playing music, or its buttons or controls were at the installation matches the input voltage be swallowed by small children. When
operated (AUTO OFF function). If you do not want the specified on the AC adaptor’s body. Other AC refastening the screw, make that it is firmly fastened,
power to be turned off automatically, disengage the adaptors may use a different polarity, or be designed so it won’t come loose.
AUTO OFF function (p. 19). for a different voltage, so their use could result in
damage, malfunction, or electric shock. Precautions concerning use of phantom power
supply
Use only the supplied power cord Always turn the phantom power off when
Use only the attached power cord. Also, the connecting any device other than condenser
supplied power cord must not be used with microphones that require phantom power.
any other device. You risk causing damage if you mistakenly
supply phantom power to dynamic microphones,
audio playback devices, or other devices that don’t
require such power. Be sure to check the specifications
of any microphone you intend to use by referring
to the manual that came with it. (This instrument’s
phantom power: 48 V DC, 10 mA Max)

IMPORTANT NOTES
Power Supply Intellectual Property Right
• Place the AC adaptor so the side with the indicator faces upwards. The indicator will • It is forbidden by law to make an audio recording, video recording, copy or revision
light when you plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet. of a third party’s copyrighted work (musical work, video work, broadcast, live
performance, or other work), whether in whole or in part, and distribute, sell, lease,
• Depending on the material and temperature of the surface on which you place the
perform or broadcast it without the permission of the copyright owner.
unit, its rubber feet may discolor or mar the surface.
• Do not use this product for purposes that could infringe on a copyright held
by a third party. We assume no responsibility whatsoever with regard to any
Repairs and Data infringements of third-party copyrights arising through your use of this product.
• The copyright of content in this product (the sound waveform data, style data,
• Before sending the unit away for repairs, be sure to make a backup of the data
accompaniment patterns, phrase data, audio loops and image data) is reserved by
stored within it; or you may prefer to write down the needed information. Although
Roland Corporation.
we will do our utmost to preserve the data stored in your unit when we carry out
repairs, in some cases, such as when the memory section is physically damaged, • Purchasers of this product are permitted to utilize said content (except song data
restoration of the stored content may be impossible. Roland assumes no liability such as Demo Songs) for the creating, performing, recording and distributing
concerning the restoration of any stored content that has been lost. original musical works.
• Purchasers of this product are NOT permitted to extract said content in original or
modified form, for the purpose of distributing recorded medium of said content or
Additional Precautions making them available on a computer network.
• Any data stored within the unit can be lost as the result of equipment failure, • This product contains eParts integrated software platform of eSOL Co., Ltd. eParts is
incorrect operation, etc. To protect yourself against the irretrievable loss of data, try a trademark of eSOL Co., Ltd. in Japan.
to make a habit of creating regular backups of the data you’ve stored in the unit.
• This Product uses the Source Code of μT-Kernel under T-License 2.0 granted by the
• Roland assumes no liability concerning the restoration of any stored content that T-Engine Forum (www.tron.org).
has been lost. • This product includes third party open source software.
Copyright © 2009-2019 ARM Limited. All rights reserved.
• Never strike or apply strong pressure to the display.
Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the “License”);
• When disposing of the packing carton or cushioning material in which this unit was You may obtain a copy of the License at
packed, you must observe the waste disposal regulations that apply to your locality. http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0

• Use only the specified expression pedal (FV-500H, FV-500L, EV-30, and Roland Copyright © 2016, Freescale Semiconductor, Inc.
EV-5; sold separately). By connecting any other expression pedals, you risk causing Copyright 2016-2019 NXP. All rights reserved.
malfunction and/or damage to the unit. Licensed under the BSD-3-Clause;
• Do not use connection cables that contain a built-in resistor. You may obtain a copy of the License at
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• Roland, BOSS, and LOOP STATION are either registered trademarks or trademarks of
Roland Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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 How the RC-600 Is Organized
Memory 99

Memory 01

Track 1

Input FX Track 2 Track FX

Track 3

Banks A–D Track 4 Banks A–D

FX Track 5 FX

Track 6

Rhythm

System settings

Track Memory
Tracks are used for recording and playing back audio from a The settings for tracks 1–6 together with the input FX/track FX and
microphone or a musical instrument. rhythm are collectively called a “memory”.
You can combine tracks 1–6 when using this unit. You can store up to 99 memories with this unit.

Input FX, Track FX System settings

Effects that are applied to the input audio are called “input FX”, Settings that are common to the RC-600 overall such as the
and effects that are applied to the tracks are called “track FX”. display contrast, USB and MIDI settings are called “system
You can register 16 input/track FX (4 banks x 4 types) to the settings”.
buttons and use them.

Rhythm
In addition to playing back tracks 1–6, you can also play rhythms
with this unit.
You can record while listening to a rhythm at the tempo you
specify.

“Recording” versus “Overdubbing”

In this manual, we refer to the act of recording to an empty track for the first time as “recording”. Any subsequent recordings that are
made, which are added on top of the existing recording, we refer to as “overdubbning”.

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 Getting Ready
Top Panel

1 4
5

1 3

[OUTPUT LEVEL] knob [EXIT] button

Adjusts the volume of the RC-600. Press to return to the previous screen.

Display [ENTER] button

Shows various information of the RC-600. Press to confirm an operation.

[1]–[4] knobs 55 If you press the [ENTER] button while the play screen is
shown, the screen switches to the MIXER screen (p. 8).
Use these knobs to set the parameter values shown in the screen.
55 By pressing the [EXIT] button and [ENTER] button
simultaneously, you can save a memory (write) or erase
[1] [2] [3] [4] (clear) memory data.

55To change a value in larger steps, turn a knob while pressing it.
55For some parameters, you must press the knob to edit the PAGE [K] [J] buttons
value.
Use these buttons to move the cursor and switch between pages.
If you press these buttons while the play screen is shown, you can
switch between variations of the play screen.
2
LOCK function
[MENU] button
In the play screen, press the PAGE [K] [J] buttons simultaneously
This button gives you access to the overall system settings and to turn the lock function on, so that the [1]–[4] knobs are
USB/MIDI settings of the RC-600. disabled. This lets you prevent the settings from being changed
inadvertently.
[LOOP] button The Lock function turns off when you press the two buttons
Press this button to edit a memory. simultaneously once again.
Use this to configure the settings for tracks 1–6, settings related
to loop playback/recording and so on, input FX/track FX settings,
rhythm settings and the memory name. 4

Loop indicators
[RHYTHM] button
Indicates the track’s status and loop position.
Each time you press the button, the rhythm switches on (lit)/off
(unlit)/standby (blink).

[TAP TEMPO] button

Set the tempo by pressing this button at the desired interval
(tap tempo). When doing this, the tempo is shown on the screen.
Long-press the button to return to the previous tempo.

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5 6

[TRACK SELECT] switch/indicator [REC/PLAY] 1–6 switches/indicators

Switches between tracks 1–3 and 4–6. Switches between recording, playback, and overdubbing.
Indicator Explanation For an empty phrase:
Lit white Tracks 1–3
Recording0Playback0Overdubbing
Lit red Tracks 4–6
For a phrase that contains data:
When you hold down the [TRACK SELECT] switch, the indicator Playback0Overdubbing
lights up blue, and the switches on this unit change their functions. Indicator Explanation
Lit blue No phrase
Lit red Recording
Lit green Playing
[UNDO/REDO] switch/indicator Lit yellow Overdubbing
Press the switch during playback or overdubbing to cancel the Lit white Stopping (phrase exists)
recording or the last overdubbing (Undo).
Press the switch once again to cancel the Undo (Redo).
Indicator Explanation
[STOP] 1–6 switches/indicators
Lit green Undo available Stops the track that is currently recording/playing/overdubbing.
Lit red Redo available If you long-press the switch (two seconds or longer), the track is
Unlit Undo/redo not available cleared.
Indicator Explanation
Lit blue No phrase
TRACK SELECT indicator: when lit blue
Lit white Phrase exists
The [UNDO/REDO] switch/indicator functions as the [HALF SPEED]
switch/indicator. This is used to switch between playback speeds
for the currently selected track (current track). TRACK SELECT indicator: when lit blue
Indicator Explanation These function as the INPUT [A]–[C] switches/indicators and the
Lit 1/2 playback speed TRACK [A]–[C] switches/indicators.
Unlit Normal playback speed INPUT [A]–[C] switches/indicators
Switches the effects A–C in the currently selected input FX bank
on/off.
MEMO
TRACK [A]–[C] switches/indicators
The track that is currently selected (currently the target of
Switches the effects A–C in the currently selected track FX bank on/
operations) is called the “current track”.
off.
Indicator Explanation
[ALL START/STOP] switch/indicator Lit red Effect: on
This makes all tracks start (play back) at the same time. Lit pink Indicates the effect you can currently operate/edit (effect: on).
If you press this button when the tracks are currently playing back Unlit Effect: off
or recording, all tracks stop.

TRACK SELECT indicator: when lit blue

The [ALL START/STOP] switch/indicator functions as the [REVERSE]
switch/indicator. This is used to switch between normal and reverse
playback for the currently selected track (current track).
Indicator Explanation
Lit Reverse playback
Unlit Normal playback

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Rear Panel (Connecting Your Equipment)

To prevent malfunction and equipment failure, always turn down the volume, and turn off all the units before making any connections.

Pin assignment
MIC IN 1, 2 connectors

2: HOT 1: GND 7 8 9 10 11
3: COLD

Ground terminal
Connect this to an external earth
or ground. To AC outlet
Connect this if necessary.

7 9 CTL/EXP

MIC IN 1, 2 connectors CTL 1, 2/EXP 1 jack and CTL 3, 4/EXP 2 jack

Connect your microphone(s) here. You can connect an expression pedal or footswitches
* If you’re using a condenser mic that requires phantom power, turn (sold separately) to these jacks, for controlling a variety of
on this unit’s phantom power. functions.
* Use only the specified expression pedal (FV-500H, FV-500L, EV-
INST IN 1, 2 jacks (L/MONO, R) 30, and Roland EV-5; sold separately). By connecting any other
Connect your guitar/bass, effect units, keyboards and other expression pedals, you risk causing malfunction and/or damage
instruments to these jacks. to the unit.

8 10

MAIN OUTPUT jacks (L/MONO, R) MIDI OUT, MIDI IN connectors

SUB OUTPUT 1, 2 jacks (L/MONO, R) Connect an external MIDI device here.
Connect these jacks to your amp, monitor speakers or mixer. This lets you control an external MIDI device from this unit via
MIDI.
MEMO
You can set the MAIN/SUB jacks as parallel output jacks
(mono output x 6) that individually output the sounds from each 11
track.
USB port
&& “Parameter Guide” (PDF)
Connect your computer using a commercially available USB cable
PHONES jack that supports USB 2.0.
You can connect your computer here and use it to back up or
Connect your headphones here. recover data.
MEMO You can also use USB audio to play the sound from your computer
You can configure this unit to let you listen to only the audio you through this unit, and use USB MIDI to synchronize the tempo of
specify in headphones. this unit with the DAW software on your computer.
&& “Parameter Guide” (PDF) [POWER] switch
Turns the power on/off.

DC IN jack
Connect the included AC adaptor to this jack.
* Use only the specified AC adaptor (PSB-1U), connected to an AC
outlet of the correct voltage.

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Connecting footswitches
Connect one or more footswitches and set their mode/polarity switches by referring to the illustrations below.

FS-5U x 2 FS-5U x 1 FS-6 FS-7

Stereo 1/4” phone type 1/4” phone type Stereo 1/4” phone type Stereo 1/4” phone type Mode/Polarity switch

FS-5U
1/4” phone type x 2 1/4” phone type Stereo 1/4” phone type Stereo 1/4” phone type

FS-6

TIP RING

CTL 2
FS-7

CTL 1 CTL 2 CTL 1 CTL 2 CTL 1 CTL 1

Turning the Power On/Off Phantom Power Settings

Before turning the unit on/off, always be sure to turn the volume If you’re using a condenser mic that requires phantom power, use
down. Even with the volume turned down, you might hear some the settings below to turn on this unit’s phantom power.
sound when switching the unit on/off. However, this is normal and
does not indicate a malfunction.
1. Press the [MENU] button.
Turning the Power On
Turn on the power in the following order: this unit ([POWER]
switch: ON) 0 connected devices 0 amplifier.

Turning the Power Off

2. Press the [1] (INPUT) knob.
Turn off the power in the following order: amplifier 0 connected
devices 0 this unit ([POWER] switch: OFF).

The power to this unit will be turned off automatically after

a predetermined amount of time has passed since it was last
used for playing music, or its buttons or controls were operated
(AUTO OFF function). 3. Press the [1] (SETUP) knob.
If you do not want the power to be turned off automatically,
disengage the AUTO OFF function (p. 19).
55 Unsaved data is lost when the power turns off. Before turning
the power off, save the data that you want to keep (p. 13).
55 To restore power, turn the power on again.
4. Turn the [1] (MIC1)/[2] (MIC2) knobs to set PHANTOM
to “ON”.
5. Press the [EXIT] button to return to the play screen
(p. 8).

NOTE
Always turn the phantom power off when connecting any device
other than condenser microphones that require phantom power.

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Switching Between Play Screens

The screen that appears after you turn on the power is called the “play screen”.
Icon Explanation
Memory number Tempo

Memory name Phantom power for MIC 1, 2 connectors is on (off when not displayed)
Knob lock function is on (off when not displayed)
[1] [2] [3] [4]
Parameters to set using the [1]–[4] knobs

Press the PAGE [K] or [J] button while the play screen is shown to switch between variations of the play screen.

(1) MEMORY NUMBER (3) LOOP TRACKS (6) INPUT FX

Displays the track status + progress during playback Indicates the input FX status

On
Off

A B C D
(2) TRACK STATUS
(4) LOOP STATUS
Loop track status is shown with an icon (7) TRACK FX
Indicates the status of the tracks
Indicates the track FX status

Icon Explanation
Recording, playing back, overdubbing (5) LOOP LEVEL
Stopped (phrase exists) Volume of each track is shown by the level meters
* You can change which play screen is
No phrase shown on startup.
Current track &&“Parameter Guide” (PDF)

Adjusting the Input/Output Level

Press the [ENTER] button while the play screen is shown to display the MIXER screen, where you can check the input/output levels for each
jack and connector.
Use the PAGE [K] [J] buttons to switch between pages, and turn the [1]–[4] knobs to adjust the respective input/output levels.
Switches the page

[J] [J]
[K] [K]

Mute: On Peak indicator Scale

55 Adjust the levels so that the peak indicator on the level meter matches the scale shown in the illustration.
55 For the inputs, push the [1]–[4] knobs to mute the sound.
55 Use the MASTER OUT to adjust the levels of the MAIN OUTPUT, SUB OUTPUT 1 and SUB OUTPUT 2. The [OUTPUT LEVEL] knob is
configured to adjust the levels as well by factory default.
The jacks and connectors shown in the MIXER screen may change, depending on the stereo link settings.
Stereo link Explanation
ON The MIC 1, 2 and L/R channels are shown as a single connector.
OFF The MIC 1, 2 and L/R channels are shown separately.

* For details on stereo link, refer to the “Parameter Guide” (PDF).

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Pedal Mode
In Pedal mode, you can assign the functions you like to the nine switches on this unit as a set. This lets you efficiently operate switches
such as record, playback and overdubbing.

55 Pedal mode features three separate modes, and you can switch between these three modes as sets.
55 You can also assign the function for selecting modes 1–3 to a switch you like.
55 The settings for modes 1–3 can be saved in memory, letting you use different settings for each pedal mode in memory.

Examples of settings

(1)
These are the basic (factory default) settings of the PEDAL MODE
RC-600. (Track select) Tracks 1–3
Tracks 4–6

REC/PLAY STOP REC/PLAY STOP REC/PLAY STOP

Track 1 Track 2 Track 3

REC/PLAY STOP REC/PLAY STOP REC/PLAY STOP

Track 4 Track 5 Track 6

(2)
These are the settings for quickly selecting a desired PEDAL MODE PEDAL MODE PEDAL MODE
track. (Track 4) (Track 5) (Track 6)

TAP PEDAL MODE PEDAL MODE PEDAL MODE

REC/PLAY STOP TEMPO (Track 1) (Track 2) (Track 3)

Track 1–6 Track select

Pedal mode settings

Make the Pedal mode settings by selecting the “PEDAL MODE1”–”PEDAL MODE3” parameters from “CTL FUNC” on the MENU screen
(p. 18).
For details on the parameters, refer to “Parameter Guide” (PDF).

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 Creating a Loop Phrase
Recording on a Single Track
Here’s how to record and overdub on track 1.

Getting ready to record Recording

1. Press the [REC/PLAY] 1 switch to start
recording.
1. Connect your guitar or mic.
The REC/PLAY indicator is lit red.
2. Adjusts the input/output level (p. 8). 2. Play your guitar or vocalize into your mic to
input audio.
3. Use the [OUTPUT LEVEL] knob to adjust the overall
volume of the RC-600.
%
Playback
1. Press the [REC/PLAY] 1 switch.
The REC/PLAY indicator is lit green.
The recorded phrase plays as a loop.

4. On the play screen, turn the [1] (MEMORY) knob to

select a memory.
%
Overdubbing
1. Press the [REC/PLAY] 1 switch to start
overdubbing.
The REC/PLAY indicator is lit yellow.

2. Overdub-record your performance (audio)

5. Press the [TRACK SELECT] switch to the tracks 1–3. onto the phrase that’s playing as a loop.
Indicator Explanation %
Lit white Tracks 1–3
Lit red Tracks 4–6
Playback

%$
Repeat as many times
as necessary.
Overdubbing
:
Stopping
1. Press the [STOP] 1 switch.
The REC/PLAY indicator is lit white.
If you want to keep the recorded phrase, save it in
a memory (p. 13).

Undo/Redo
Press the [UNDO/REDO] switch during playback or overdubbing
to Undo.
Press the switch once again to Redo.
Indicator Explanation
Lit green Undo available
Lit red Redo available
Unlit Undo/redo not available

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Recording on Multiple Tracks

You can use multiple tracks to create a single loop phrase.
This shows you how to record the tracks in ascending order (track 1 0 track 2 0 ... track 6).

Press the [TRACK SELECT] switch to the tracks Track 2 Overdubbing

1–3.
%$
Repeat as many times as
The TRACK SELECT indicator is lit white. necessary.
Track 2 Playback
Press the [REC/PLAY] 2 switch.

% %
Track 1 Recording Track 3
1. Press the [REC/PLAY] 1 switch to start As with track 2, record/playback/overdub tracks.
recording.
The REC/PLAY indicator is lit red. %
Press the [TRACK SELECT] switch to the tracks
2. Play your guitar or vocalize into your mic to
4–6.
input audio.
The TRACK SELECT indicator is lit red.
%
Track 1 Playback
1. Press the [REC/PLAY] 1 switch.
The REC/PLAY indicator is lit green. %
The recorded phrase plays as a loop. Track 4–6
As with track 2, record/playback/overdub tracks 40 5 0 6 in
ascending order.

%$
Repeat as many times as :
necessary.
Stopping
Track 1 Overdubbing
1. Press the [ALL START/STOP] button.
1. Press the [REC/PLAY] 1 switch to start The ALL START/STOP indicator is go dark.
overdubbing.
The REC/PLAY indicator is lit yellow. If you want to keep the recorded phrase, save it
in a memory (p. 13).
2. Overdub-record your performance (audio)
onto the phrase that’s playing as a loop.
:
Track 1 Playback
Press the [REC/PLAY] 1 switch.
Undo/Redo
%
Press the [UNDO/REDO] switch during playback or overdubbing
Track 2 Recording
to Undo.
1. Press the [REC/PLAY] 2 switch to start Press the switch once again to Redo.
recording.
The REC/PLAY indicator is lit red. Indicator Explanation
Lit green Undo available
2. Play your guitar or vocalize into your mic to
Lit red Redo available
input audio.
Unlit Undo/redo not available
%
Track 2 Playback
1. Press the [REC/PLAY] 2 switch.
The REC/PLAY indicator is lit green.
The recorded phrase plays as a loop.

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Record While Listening to the Rhythm Sound Using the Input FX

In addition to the track, the RC-600 can also play a “Rhythm”. You can apply input FX to the input sound.
You can record while sounding a rhythm at the tempo you specify.

1. Press the [LOOP] button.

Sounding a Rhythm The LOOP screen appears.

1. Press the [RHYTHM] button.

The rhythm switches on (lit)/off (unlit)/ready to play rhythm
(blink) each time you press the button.

Setting the Tempo of Rhythm 2. Use the PAGE [J] button to switch the page, and then
press the [1] (INPUT FX) knob.
1. Press the [TAP TEMPO] button.
The tempo setting screen appears.

3. Turn the [1]–[4] knobs to switch the effects (FX A–D)

on/off.

2. While the tempo setting screen is shown, turn the [4] Switching between banks
knob to set the tempo. 4. Use the PAGE [J] button to switch the page, and then
Value 40.0–300.0 turn the [1] (BANK) knob to select the bank.

MEMO
Press and then turn the [4] knob to set a value in decimal
points.

Tap tempo Using the Track FX

You can set the tempo by pressing a button at the desired interval. 5. To apply track FX to a track that’s already recorded, use
the same operation as with the input FX after pressing
1. Press the [TAP TEMPO] button several times in time the [2] (TRACK FX) knob mentioned in step 2.
with the desired tempo.

MEMO 55 You can save the effects you configured as settings in

If you long-press the [TAP TEMPO] button until it begins memory.
blinking red, the tempo returns to the default value. &&“Saving a Memory (WRITE)” (p. 13)
55 You can switch between effect types that are assigned to the
[A]–[D] buttons, and change how the effects sound.
55 The specified tempo can be saved as a setting in memory.
&&“Editing the Input FX/Track FX Settings” (p. 17)
&&“Saving a Memory (WRITE)” (p. 13)
55 You can specify the volume and type (variation) of rhythm,
and how the rhythm plays.
&&“Editing the Rhythm Settings” (p. 16)

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 Saving a Memory
Saving a Memory (WRITE) Erasing Data from a Memory (CLEAR)
If you select a different memory or turn off the power after You can erase the data that is saved in a memory, clearing that
recording or editing the settings, the recorded content or edited memory to an empty state.
settings are lost. If you want to keep the data, you must save it.

1. Press the [EXIT] button and [ENTER] button 1. Press the [EXIT] button and [ENTER] button
simultaneously. simultaneously.
The WRITE screen appears. The WRITE screen appears.

2. Press the [1] or [2] (WRITE) knob. 2. Press the [3] or [4] (CLEAR) knob.

3. Turn the [1]–[4] knobs to select the memory to which 3. Turn the [1]–[4] knobs to select the memory you want
you want to save. to clear.
55 This procedure is not required if the memory number is 55 This procedure is not required if the memory number is
acceptable as is. acceptable as is.
55 If you decide to cancel, press the [EXIT] button. 55 If you decide to cancel, press the [EXIT] button.

4. Press the [ENTER] button. 4. Press the [ENTER] button.

The memory is saved. The memory will be cleared.
* Make sure not turn to off the power while the “EXECUTING...” * Make sure not turn to off the power while the “EXECUTING...”
message is shown. message is shown.

MEMO
You can assign a name to the memory. For details, refer to
“Parameter Guide” (PDF).

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 Editing a Memory
Editing the Settings of a Memory
Here’s how to edit the settings of each memory.
For details on the parameters, refer to “Parameter Guide” (PDF).

Item Explanation
Configures tracks 1–6.
TRACK
Turn the [1] knob to select the track to edit.
Configures the settings related to recording/
REC overdubbing.
PLAY Specifies how loop phrases play back.
INPUT FX Configures the input FX.
1. Press the [LOOP] button. TRACK FX Configures the track FX.
The LOOP screen appears.
RHYTHM Configures the rhythm settings.
Specifies the memory name.
NAME
* Maximum of 12 characters

2. Use the PAGE [K] [J] buttons to switch to the page

containing the item you want to edit.

3. Press the [1]–[4] knobs to select the parameter to edit.

4. Use the PAGE [K] [J] buttons to switch to the page

containing the parameter you want to edit.

5. Turn the [1]–[4] knobs to edit the values.

6. Press the [EXIT] button a number of times to return to

the play screen.

7. If you want to save the edited settings, execute the

Write operation (p. 13).

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 Editing a Memory

Editing the Track Settings

Here’s how to configure the volume, playback method and other settings for tracks 1–6.
For details on the parameters, refer to “Parameter Guide” (PDF).

Item Explanation
Specifies whether to play back normally or in
REVERSE
reverse.
Specifies whether to play back as one-shot or as
1SHOT
the usual loop playback.
PAN Specifies the stereo position (pan) of the track.
PLAY LEVEL Adjusts the playback level of the track.
1. Press the [LOOP] button. Specifies whether playback starts with a fade-in
START MODE
or immediately when the track plays.
The LOOP screen appears.
STOP MODE Specifies how the track stops.
DUB MODE Specifies the overdubbing method.
Turns the effects (input FX/track FX) on/off.
* You can also press the [FX] button of the
FX
currently selected track to switch the effect
on/off.
2. Turn the [1] (TRACK) knob to select the track to edit, PLAY MODE Specify how loop phrases play back.
and then press the [1] (TRACK) knob. MEASURE Specifies the number of measures in the track.
The TRACK screen appears. Specifies whether the phrases played back on
tracks 1–6 are lined up at the beginning and
LOOP SYNC
then looped, or whether each phrase is looped
separately according to their length.
Sets whether each track plays at its
original tempo (the tempo during
SW recording—use the OFF setting) or
at the tempo that is specified in the
3. Use the [K] [J] buttons to switch to the page memory (use the ON setting).
containing the parameter you want to edit. TEMPO SYNC When TEMPO SYNC SW is “ON”, this
sets whether to change the pitch
MODE
according to the tempo, or to instead
make the pitch stay the same.
Sets the playback speed for each
SPEED
track.
Sets whether to allow the playback sound from
BOUNCE IN a different track as well to be recorded during
4. Turn the [1]–[4] knobs to edit the values. recording or overdubbing.
Sets whether the sound from each input jack/
5. Press the [EXIT] button a number of times to return to
connector and the rhythm should be inputted
the play screen. to the track (ON) or not (OFF).
Turn the [1] knob to select the input jack/
6. If you want to save the edited settings, execute the INPUT
connector or RHYTHM, and press the [1] knob
Write operation (p. 13). to switch between ON/OFF.
* When stereo link is “ON”, the MIC 1, 2 and L/R
channels are shown as a single connector.

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Editing a Memory

Editing the Rhythm Settings

For details on the parameters, refer to “Parameter Guide” (PDF).

1. Press the [LOOP] button.

The LOOP screen appears.
Changing How the Rhythm Starts and Stops
As appropriate for your recording method or the phrase that
you’re recording, you can change the way in which the rhythm
starts and stops.

1. From the RHYTHM screen, switch to the page on which

2. Use the PAGE [J] button to switch the page, and then “START TRIG” is shown.
press the [3] (RHYTHM) knob.
The RHYTHM screen appears.

2. Turn the [2] (START TRIG) knob to set the rhythm

playback method.
3. Use the [K] [J] buttons to switch between the 3. Turn the [3] (STOP TRIG) knob to set the rhythm stop
parameters that you want to edit. method.
4. Press the [EXIT] button a number of times to return to
the play screen.
5. If you want to save the edited settings, execute the
Write operation (p. 13).

4. Turn the [1]–[4] knobs to edit the values. Parameter Explanation

5. Press the [EXIT] button a number of times to return to START TRIG
the play screen. The rhythm plays when loop recording or
LOOP START
playback starts.
6. If you want to save the edited settings, execute the
Write operation (p. 13). The rhythm plays when loop recording ends
and switches to playback.
Item Explanation This is useful if you want to perform without
REC END
specifying a tempo, start recording and then
GENRE Selects the genre of the rhythm pattern.
play the loop in time with the rhythm when
PATTERN Selects the rhythm pattern. playback starts.
VARIATION Selects the rhythm pattern variation. The rhythm plays before loop recording or
KIT Selects the drum kit used to play the rhythm. playback.
BEAT Specifies the time signature of the rhythm. The rhythm starts playing when you press the
BEFORE LOOP
switch once, and recording/playback starts
START TRIG Specifies how rhythm playback starts.
in time with the rhythm when you press the
STOP TRIG Specifies how rhythm playback stops. switch once again.
Sets whether to add an intro or not when STOP TRIG
INTRO REC
recording.
The rhythm always continues playing.
Specifies whether the rhythm plays with or
INTRO PLAY If you are performing in synchronization with an
without an intro.
OFF external MIDI device, you can keep the rhythm
Specifies whether the rhythm plays with or playing continuously to allow synchronized
ENDING
without an ending. playback.
Specifies whether the rhythm plays with a fill-in LOOP STOP The rhythm stops when the loop stops.
FILL
or without a fill-in.
The rhythm stops when loop recording ends.
VARI. Specifies the timing at which the rhythm pattern’s
REC END This is useful when you want to use the rhythm
CHANGE variation is changed.
as a guide during recording.

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 Editing a Memory

Editing the Input FX/Track FX Settings

For details on the parameters, refer to “Parameter Guide” (PDF).

1. Select the memory for which you want to edit the

input FX/track FX settings.

2. Press the [LOOP] button.

The LOOP screen appears.

3. Use the PAGE [J] button to switch the page, and then
press the [1] (INPUT FX) or [2] (TRACK FX) knob.
The INPUT FX screen/TRACK FX screen appears.

4. Select the bank of the effect you wish to edit.

1. Use the PAGE [J] button to switch the page, and then turn
the [1] (BANK) knob to select the bank.
2. Press the PAGE [K] button to return to the previous page.

5. Press the [1]–[4] knobs to select the effect to edit.

6. Use the [K] [J] buttons to switch to the page

containing the parameter you want to edit.
* The available parameters depend on the type of effect you
select.

7. Turn the [1]–[4] knobs to edit the values.

8. Press the [EXIT] button a number of times to return to

the play screen.

9. If you want to save the edited settings, execute the

Write operation (p. 13).

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 System Settings (MENU)
For details on the parameters, refer to “Parameter Guide” (PDF).

Item Parameter/Explanation
SETUP
Settings related to the input and output jacks,
such as phantom power on/off.
EQ
INPUT Settings for applying an equalizer effect to the
input sound for each connector/jack.
1. Press the [MENU] button. DYNAMICS
The MENU screen appears.
Settings for applying a compressor or noise
suppressor to the input sound.
SETUP
Settings related to the output jacks, such as stereo
link.
ROUTING
2. Use the [K] [J] buttons to switch to the page Settings for assigning the playback sound from
containing the item you want to edit. tracks 1–6 and the input/rhythm sound from each
OUTPUT input jack/connector to the output jacks.
EQ
Settings for applying an equalizer effect to the
output sound, configured for each output jack.
MASTER FX
Settings for the compressor and reverb effects
3. Press the [1]–[4] knobs to select the item that you want that are applied to the output sound.
to edit. Sets the input/output levels for each jack and
MIXER
connector (p. 8).
PANEL MODE 1–3
Settings for assigning functions to the [REC/PLAY]
switches x 3, the [STOP] switches x 3, the [TRACK
SELECT] switch, the [UNDO/REDO] switch and the
[ALL START/STOP] switch.
4. If you see another screen with items to select, repeat CTL/EXP
steps 2 and 3. Settings for assigning functions to a footswitch or
CTL FUNC expression pedal connected to the CTL 1, 2/EXP 1
5. Use the [K] [J] buttons to switch to the page jack or the CTL 3, 4/EXP 2 jack.
containing the parameter you want to edit. PREFERENCE
Selects whether to switch the PANEL MODE 1–3
and CTL/EXP settings to either the settings for
each memory or to the system settings.
* When switching to the settings for each
memory, use the write operation to save the
settings to memory.
6. Turn the [1]–[4] knobs to change the value. ASSIGN 1–16
Settings for the ASSIGN section.
7. Press the [EXIT] button a number of times to return to
By using the assign settings, you can control other
the play screen. parameters at the same time as the specified
functions that are executed when you operate this
ASSIGN unit’s buttons/knobs, or a footswitch/expression
pedal connected to the CTL 1, 2/EXP 1 jack or CTL
3, 4/EXP 2 jack.
You can also configure this unit to be controlled
from an external MIDI device.
There are 16 different assign settings.

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 System Settings (MENU)

Item Parameter/Explanation Item Parameter/Explanation

STORAGE MEMORY EXT MIN, MAX
Settings for how USB should operate. Specifies the extent (lower limit and upper limit)
AUDIO MODE to which memories can be switched.
SETUP
Settings for the USB driver when USB audio is KNOB FUNC 1–4
used. Specifies the functions that are assigned to the
USB [1]–[4] knobs.
AUDIO ROUTING
FACTORY
Settings for where the USB audio is routed. Restores the unit to its factory settings (p. 25).
RESET
INPUT LEVEL
Configures the USB audio input level.
OUTPUT LEVEL
Configures the USB audio output level.
RX CH CTL
Specifies the receive channel for messages
(control changes) that switch memories or control
the RC-600.
RX CH RHYTHM
Specifies the receive channel for note messages
that play the drum sounds.
RX CH VOICE
Specifies the receive channel for note messages
used to create harmonies or vocoder effects.
TX CH
Specifies the transmit channel for MIDI messages.
SYNC CLOCK
Specifies the input to which the tempo clock is
MIDI synchronized.
SYNC OUT
Sets whether to output MIDI clock or not.
SYNC START
Specifies what starts in synchronization when a
MIDI start message is received.
PC OUT
Sets whether to transmit program change
messages or not.
THRU MIDI IN
Specifies the connector used to output the MIDI
messages received through the MIDI IN connector.
THRU USB IN
Specifies the connector used to output the MIDI
messages that are received through the USB port.
CONTRAST
Adjusts the display contrast.
DISPLAY MODE
Sets which play screen is shown on startup.
INDICATOR
SETUP Settings for what the loop indicator should
display.
FX KNOB MODE
Sets how the [INPUT FX] knob/[TRACK FX] knob
operate.
AUTO OFF
Turns the AUTO OFF function on/off.

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 Connecting to a Computer via USB
Here’s what you can do when you connect the RC-600 via USB to Connecting to your computer
your computer.
Use a commercially available USB cable to connect the RC-600’s
55 Back up the RC-600’s data to your computer. USB port to the USB port on your computer.
55 Restore (recover) backup data from your computer to the
RC-600.
55 Use BOSS TONE STUDIO to import or back up loop phrases
(audio files).
55 Use the dedicated rhythm converter if you want to import and
use your original rhythm patterns on the RC-600.

Using BOSS TONE STUDIO and the rhythm converter

Access the website shown below to download BOSS TONE
STUDIO or the rhythm converter.
NOTE
&&https://www.boss.info/support/ 55 Use a USB cable that supports USB 2.0 Hi-Speed.
55 This might not work correctly for some models of computer.
Refer to the BOSS website for details on the operating systems
that are supported.

Backing Up or Recovering Data

1. Press the [MENU] button. 6. Back-up or recover the data.
The MENU screen appears.
Backup
Copy the entire “ROLAND” folder from the BOSS RC-600 drive
to your computer.

Recover
* When you execute this operation, the memory currently saved
2. Use the [K] [J] buttons to switch to the page on which in the RC-600 disappears. Back up in advance.
“USB” is shown, and press the [2] (USB) knob.
In the BOSS RC-600 drive, delete the “ROLAND” folder,
and then copy the backed-up “ROLAND” folder from the
computer into the BOSS RC-600 drive.

NOTE
Do not delete the folders in the BOSS RC-600 drive other than
3. Turn the [1] (STORAGE) knob to set “PREPARING...”. when executing the recovery operation.

4. Use a USB cable to connect the RC-600’s USB port to 7. Eject the BOSS RC-600 drive.
your computer’s USB port. Windows
When a connection with the computer is established, the
In the lower right of your screen, click the [ ] and then the
message “CONNECTING...” appears.
[ ] icon, and then click “Eject BOSS RC-600”.
* USB connection is not possible if the unit is not stopped, or if
there is a phrase that has not been saved.
macOS
5. Open the BOSS RC-600 drive. Drag the “BOSS RC-600” icon to the trash (“Eject” icon).

Windows
Within My Computer (or Computer), open “BOSS RC-600” (or
Removable Disk).

macOS
On the desktop, open the “BOSS RC-600” icon.

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 Controlling Devices via MIDI
Connection
Connect external MIDI devices to this unit according to your
needs.
Connector Explanation
MIDI IN Receives messages from another MIDI device.
MIDI OUT Transmits messages from this device.

MIDI Settings
Use of MIDI requires that the MIDI channels be matched with those of the connected device. Data cannot be transmitted to, nor received
from another MIDI device unless the MIDI channels are set properly.
For details on each of the MIDI setting parameters, refer to “Parameter Guide” (PDF).

Controlling an External MIDI Device from the RC-600

Overview Explanation
Transmitting tempo data and data for starting and stopping playback
Setting an external MIDI device to the same tempo as the RC-600
The RC-600’s performance tempo
MIDI Clock messages are output from the RC-600 at all times.
data is transmitted to external
MIDI devices as MIDI Clock. Set the external MIDI device beforehand so it is ready to receive MIDI Clock and MIDI Start and
Stop messages. For details, refer to the owner’s manual of your device.
Transmitting Start/Stop
A MIDI Start message is transmitted at the moment that recording or playback of the track begins,
when tracks had been stopped. This message is also transmitted when an All Start is carried out.
Playback start and stop operations
A MIDI Stop message is transmitted when tracks have stopped. This is also transmitted when All
with the RC-600’s switches can be
Stop is carried out.
transmitted as MIDI Start and Stop
messages. * If you want MIDI synchronized performance to continue even after the track stops, set the
RHYTHM parameter STOP TRIG (p. 16) to “OFF”.
* Tracks whose 1SHOT setting (p. 15) is “ON” and tracks whose LOOP SYNC setting (p. 15) is
“OFF” will not transmit Start/Stop data.
Transmitting Program Change messages
Transmitting Program Change messages
When a memory is selected with When memories are switched on the RC-600, a MIDI Program Change message is transmitted to
the RC-600, a Program Change the connected external MIDI device. You can transmit Program Change messages numbered 1
message corresponding to the through 99, corresponding to the 99 individual memories 01–99.
selected memory number is * Set “PC OUT” (p. 19) to ON beforehand.
transmitted simultaneously. * Program Change messages 100–128 cannot be transmitted.
* Bank Select MIDI messages (Control Change #0, #32) cannot be transmitted.
Transmitting Control Change messages
Operating information for the Transmitting Control Change messages
RC-600’s switches, buttons, knobs, If you select a Control Change as the “ASSIGN” (p. 18) target, you can transmit MIDI control
and an external expression pedal change messages by operating the buttons and knobs on the RC-600, or by using an external
or footswitch is transmitted as footswitch or expression pedal (connected to the CTL 1, 2/EXP 1 jack or the CTL 3, 4/EXP 2 jack).
Control Change messages.

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Controlling Devices via MIDI

Controlling the RC-600 from an External MIDI Device

Overview Explanation
Receiving tempo data and data for starting and stopping playback
Setting the RC-600 to the same tempo as an external MIDI device
The RC-600 will synchronize to the Make settings on your external MIDI device so that it will transmit MIDI Clock and MIDI Start/Stop
tempo of MIDI Clock data from an data. For details, refer to the owner’s manual of your device.
external MIDI device. Set the RC-600’s SYNC CLOCK (p. 19) to “AUTO”.
* You can’t switch the tempo during recording.
Start/stop data will be received Receiving MIDI Start
from an external MIDI device to When MIDI Start (FA) is received, all tracks will play (All Start).
play/stop the RC-600.
Switching memories
Switching memories
The RC-600’s memories switch You can switch the RC-600’s memories with Program Change messages from external MIDI devices.
simultaneously upon receipt of
You can receive Program Change messages numbered 1 through 99, corresponding to the 99
corresponding Program Change
individual memories 01–99.
messages from external MIDI
devices. * Program Change messages 100–128 cannot be received.
* Even if received, Bank Select MIDI messages (Control Change #0, #32) are disregarded.
Receiving Control Change messages
Receiving Control Change messages
The RC-600 can be controlled You can use Control Change messages from an external MIDI device to control functions that
using Control Change messages would be difficult to control using the RC-600’s own controllers.
from external MIDI devices. In the “ASSIGN” (p. 18) setting, set SOURCE to “MIDI CC#1–#31, CC#64–#95”, and select the
parameter that you want to control in TARGET.

Connecting Two RC-600 Units

Two RC-600 units can be synchronized after connecting them together using a MIDI cable.

MIDI OUT MIDI IN

Transmitting unit Receiving unit

55 Begin recording on the tracks of the transmitting RC-600.

55 When you press the [ALL START/STOP] button on the transmitting RC-600, the receiving RC-600 also plays back.
* The receiving RC-600 performs an “all start” when tracks start playing back on the transmitting RC-600.

55 Tracks for which TEMPO SYNC (p. 15) is ON play at the tempo set in the memory of the transmitting unit.

55 Tracks for which LOOP SYNC (p. 15) is ON loop in time with the first-recorded phrase on the transmitting RC-600.

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 Appendix
Troubleshooting
Problem Items to Check Action
Problems with sound
Is this unit properly connected to other devices? Check the connections to other devices (p. 7).
Is the power to the connected amp or mixer not
Check the settings for connected devices.
turned on, or is the volume turned down?
Is there a short in one of the connection cables? Try replacing the connection cable.
The [OUTPUT LEVEL] knob have been lowered? Adjust knob to suitable position.
Adjust the input/output levels on the MIXER screen for the input/output
Is the input/output level set correctly?
No sound/insufficient jacks and connectors respectively.
volume Check the “PLAY LEVEL” setting for each track (p. 15).
Are the levels for tracks 1–6 set correctly?
Check whether an external expression pedal or other accessory has
been set to adjust the levels (p. 18).
Are the audio output destinations for tracks 1–6
Check the “ROUTING” settings in OUTPUT on the MENU screen (p. 18).
set correctly?
Check the REC/PLAY indicator for each track to see whether the
Has anything been recorded to the tracks? track has been recorded. If a track’s button is unlit, nothing has been
recorded on that track.
Is the rhythm volume set correctly? Check the “RHYTHM OUT” setting on the MIXER screen.
No rhythm sound Is the output destination for the rhythm sound Check the RHYTHM settings in “ROUTING”, found in OUTPUT on the
set correctly? MENU screen (p. 18).
Sound is missing from To prevent noise, a fade-in and a fade-out are applied at the beginning and end of a recording. In some cases, it may sound
the beginning and end as if some of the sound has been cut out.
of a recorded track
Unable to hear sounds
from devices connected Check the MIC 1/MIC 2/INST 1/INST 2 settings in “ROUTING”, found in
to the MIC IN 1, 2 Is the audio output destination set correctly?
OUTPUT on the MENU screen (p. 18).
connectors/INST IN 1, 2
jacks
Problems with operation
Cannot switch between Is something other than the play screen You cannot switch memories while any screen other than the play
memories appearing in the display? screen is displayed. Press the [EXIT] button to return to the play screen.
If there isn’t enough memory, clear any unneeded memories (p. 13)
Is there enough memory remaining?
before recording or overdubbing.
Recording/overdubbing
When recording with LOOP SYNC set to “ON”, once the end of
stops before finishing Is LOOP SYNC (p. 15) set to “ON” for the track? the longest track is reached, this unit automatically switches to
overdubbing.
You cannot change the tempo of the memory while recording or
Is recording or overdubbing in progress? overdubbing. Change the tempo while the tracks are stopped or
playing back.
Playback tempo not
When TEMPO SYNC is not set to “ON” for a track, the playback speed
changing does not change even if the tempo for the memory changes. To match
Is TEMPO SYNC (p. 15) set to “ON” for the track?
the playback speed to the tempo of the memory, set the track’s TEMPO
SYNC setting to “ON”.
If MIDI clocks are being received via the MIDI IN connector or the USB
Playback tempo not port, the RC-600 synchronizes its tempo to the MIDI clocks.
Is the unit synchronized via MIDI?
changing If you don’t want to synchronize with an external device, set SYNC to
“INTERNAL”.
Is the external MIDI device properly connected? Check the connections to the external MIDI device.
Could there be a short in the MIDI cable? Try replacing the MIDI cable.
MIDI messages not
being transmitted/ Are the MIDI channels matched to those of the
Confirm that both devices are set to the same MIDI channels.
received external MIDI device?
If transmitting from the RC-600, have you made Check the TX CH (transmit channel) setting and the PC OUT (program
the necessary transmission settings? change message transmit) on/off setting.
Problems with USB
Is the USB cable properly connected? Check the connection (p. 20).
(If exchanging files via USB with your computer) Using the procedure shown in “Backing Up or Recovering Data” (p. 20),
Unable to communicate
Could “STORAGE” be OFF? set STORAGE to “PREPARING...”.
with computer
USB connection is not possible if there is an unsaved memory.
Is a memory now being edited?
Save the memory (p. 13), and then try the USB connection again.

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Appendix

Error Message List

Message Meaning Action
LOOPER
In the factory reset function (p. 25), choose “SYS+MEM” to
DATA DAMAGED Data may have been damaged.
return the RC-600 to its factory settings.
DATA READ ERR A problem has occurred with the content of the Consult your dealer, a Roland service center, or an official Roland
DATA WRITE ERR RC-600’s memory. dealer.

Playback is not possible because the recording time or The recording time or audio file length must not exceed 1.5
DATA TOO LONG
audio file is too long. hours.
Playback is not possible because the recording time or The recording time or audio file length must be at least 0.1
DATA TOO SHORT
audio file is too short. seconds.
EVENT FULL Further overdubbing is not possible. Save the memory (p. 13).
The recorded time of one track exceeded 1.5 hours
(approximately). Save the memory (p. 13). If you want to continue recording,
select a different memory.
No further recording is possible on the current track.
MEMORY FULL
The total recording time of all memories exceeded 13
hours (approximately). Clear unneeded memories (p. 13).
No further recording is possible.
You are attempting to overwrite-save onto a memory in Either clear the currently selected memory (p. 13), or select an
NOT EMPTY
which a phrase is already recorded. empty memory.
Since the track is being played at a much faster tempo
TEMPO TOO FAST than when it was recorded, it might not play back
correctly.
Adjust the tempo.
Since the track is being played at a much slower tempo
TEMPO TOO SLOW than when it was recorded, it might not play back
correctly.

Lower the performance tempo.

The RC-600 could not process the data completely.
In the case of “TOO BUSY OMSG”, return to the tempo that was
used during recording.
TOO BUSY For “TOO BUSY OMSG”:
Since you attempted to apply the loop FX to a phrase Save the current content to a memory.
TOO BUSY OMSG that was set to a significantly slower tempo than when
If this appears frequently, back up the data to your computer,
it was recorded, the data could not be processed quickly
then execute factory reset “SYS+MEM”, and then recover the data
enough.
(p. 25, p. 20).

An error of unknown cause has occurred during Consult your dealer, a Roland service center, or an official Roland
UNDEFINED ERR
recording, playback, or overdubbing. dealer.
MIDI
An excessive volume of messages were received and Reduce the number or size of MIDI messages transmitted to the
BUFFER FULL
could not be processed properly. RC-600.
Check to make sure the cable has not been disconnected and
OFFLINE There is a problem with the MIDI cable connection.
that there is no short in the cable.
Others
This unit’s memory is insufficient. If this message Clear unneeded memories (p. 13), and then try recording
MEMORY FULL
appears, recording or overdubbing might end mid-way. again.
The operation is not possible during recording,
STOP LOOPER Stop before performing the operation.
playback, or overdubbing.
The operation is not possible during recording,
STOP ALL Stop all of these before performing the operation.
playback, overdubbing, or rhythm playback.
The operation is not possible during recording,
STOP ALL&SAVE playback, overdubbing, or rhythm playback when there Stop all of these, and then save the memory (p. 13).
is also unsaved data.
Check the format of the audio file.
UNSUPPORTED FILE This audio file is unplayable.
To import an audio file into the RC-600, use BOSS TONE STUDIO.

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 Appendix

Restoring the Factory Default Settings

(Factory Reset)
You can restore all of the settings to their factory-set values, and
you can also specify certain items to be reset.
* When you execute “Factory Reset”, the settings you made are
lost. Back up any necessary data to your computer.

1. Press the [MENU] button.

The MENU screen appears.

2. Use the [K] [J] buttons to switch to the page on

which “FACTORY RESET” is shown, and press the [4]
(FACTORY RESET) knob.

3. Turn the [1]–[4] knobs to select the setting that you

want to restore.
Value Explanation
MEMORY Memory 01–99
SYSTEM System settings
MEMORY+SYSTEM Memory 01–99 and system settings

* If you decide to cancel, press the [EXIT] button.

4. Press the [ENTER] button.

The factory reset is executed.

* Make sure not turn to off the power while the “EXECUTING...”
message is shown.

Once the factory reset is complete, you are returned to the Play
screen.

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Main Specifications
Sampling Frequency 44.1 kHz
AD/DA Conversion 32 bits
Processing 32-bit floating point
Number of Tracks: 6
Recording/Playback Data Format: WAV (44.1 kHz, 32-bit float, stereo)
Maximum Recording Time: Approx. 1.5 hours (1 track), Approx.13 hours (total of All memories)
Rhythm Type 200 types or greater
Rhythm Kit 16 types
INPUT FX: 49 types
Effect TRACK FX: 53 types
MASTER FX: 2 types
Memory 99
MIC IN 1, 2: -40 dBu
Nominal Input Level
INST IN 1, 2: -10 dBu
MIC IN 1, 2: 0 dBu
Maximum Input Level
INST IN 1, 2: +7 dBu/+20 dBu (selectable)
MIC IN 1, 2: 3 kΩ
Input Impedance
INST IN 1, 2: 1 MΩ/25 kΩ (selectable)
MAIN OUTPUT: -10 dBu
Nominal Output Level
SUB OUTPUT 1, 2: -10 dBu
MAIN OUTPUT: +7 dBu
Maximum Output Level
SUB OUTPUT 1, 2: +7 dBu
MAIN OUTPUT: 1 kΩ
Output Impedance
SUB OUTPUT 1, 2: 1 kΩ
MAIN OUTPUT: 10 kΩ or greater
Recommended Load Impedance
SUB OUTPUT 1, 2: 10 kΩ or greater
Display Graphic LCD (128 x 64 dots, backlit LCD)
MIC IN 1, 2 connectors: XLR type (balanced, phantom power: DC 48 V, 10 mA Max)
INST IN 1, 2 jacks, MAIN OUTPUT jacks, SUB OUTPUT 1, 2 jacks: 1/4-inch phone type
PHONES jack: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type
Connectors CTL1,2/EXP1 jack, CTL3,4/EXP2 jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
USB port: USB B type
MIDI (IN, OUT) connectors
DC IN jack
Power Supply AC adaptor
1.2 A (with phantom power)
Current Draw
1.1 A (without phantom power)
435 (W) x163 (D) x 66 (H) mm
Dimensions
17-1/8 (W) x 6-7/16 (D) x 2-5/8 (H) inches
2.4 kg
Weight
5 lbs 5 oz
AC adaptor
Accessories Owner’s Manual
Leaflet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
Footswitch: FS-5U
Options (sold separately) Dual Footswitch: FS-6, FS-7
Expression Pedal: FV-500H, FV-500L, EV-30, Roland EV-5

* 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms

* This document explains the specifications of the product at the time that the document was issued. For the latest information, refer to
the Roland website.

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