Boss releases RC-5 system program Ver.1.10

December 1, 2023 · 1 sources

Boss released RC-5 system program Ver.1.10 in December 2023, according to the update page for the looper¹. The previous version listed on the page is Ver.1.06, dated July 2021¹.

The update changes the tempo calculation method when recording with no timing reference, meaning rhythm and click are off¹. Boss says that when the first track is recorded, the tempo is calculated and adjusted based on the memory's current tempo setting, which it says provides a more accurate tempo and measure calculation and eliminates unintentional half-time or double-time results¹.

The update also fixes three listed issues: the rhythm pattern specified for an ASSIGN target may not work correctly; the memory's tempo is not set correctly when importing WAV files from BOSS Tone Studio; and several issues that could cause a freeze or system error message¹.

The update file is named "rc5_sys_v110.zip"¹. Boss lists a USB cable, a Windows or Mac computer with a USB 2.0 port, and an optional PSA-S series AC adaptor among the items needed¹. To check the installed version, the player holds the [SETUP] button and connects a plug to the OUTPUT A jack, which combines with the power switch¹. To enter update mode, the player holds the [TEMPO] and [SETUP] buttons and connects a plug to the same jack, then presses the [MEMORY/LOOP LEVEL] knob to start the process¹.

Boss warns that the data must not be applied to any product other than the RC-5, and that powering off during the update can leave the unit unable to start in normal operating mode, requiring service¹. The page states that Roland cannot answer questions about the update procedure¹.