NAMM 2012 Video: Rico Loop's Awesome Demo of the Boss RC-300 Loop Station
Guitar World visited Rico Loop at the Boss booth at NAMM so we could witness his one-of-a-kind demo of the new Boss RC-300 Loop Station, AKA "The Triple-Stereo Mega Looper."
This new looper features three synchronized stereo tracks with dedicated volume knobs and transport-control footswitches for each track. It’s also equipped with pro effects, a master Expression pedal and a deluxe, ultra-wide control panel for the ultimate in live-performance manipulation.
But forget all that stuff and check out Rico's awesome demo video. It was -- hands down -- the most, um, interesting product demo at the 2012 Winter NAMM show.
The fun begins as soon as Rico says, "For example ..."
For more about the RC-300 Loop Station, head to the individual product page at Boss' website. And don't forget to catch up on all the latest NAMM videos, photos and new-product information at our special NAMM 2012 page.
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Damian is Editor-in-Chief of Guitar World magazine. In past lives, he was GW’s managing editor and online managing editor. He's written liner notes for major-label releases, including Stevie Ray Vaughan's 'The Complete Epic Recordings Collection' (Sony Legacy) and has interviewed everyone from Yngwie Malmsteen to Kevin Bacon (with a few memorable Eric Clapton chats thrown into the mix). Damian, a former member of Brooklyn's The Gas House Gorillas, was the sole guitarist in Mister Neutron, a trio that toured the U.S. and released three albums. He now plays in two NYC-area bands.
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