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Xotic Effects RC-Booster Scott Henderson

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Infuse your sound with the essence of a guitar legend. The Xotic Effects RC-Booster Scott Henderson edition elevates your tone from clean, articulate boosts to rich, tube-like overdrive with effortless precision. Co-designed with the iconic jazz guitarist himself, this pedal is not just an effect; it's a bridge to your sonic aspirations. With its signature gain circuit/switch and sleek aesthetic choices, it stands as a versatile tool for serious musicians. Whether your journey takes you through subtle enhancements or into the realms of expressive overdrive, this pedal offers unparalleled control and quality.

Key Features:

Co-designed with legendary jazz guitarist Scott Henderson
Offers a wide range of gain options from clean boost to organic overdrive
Features a highly responsive gain circuit/switch for dynamic tone shaping
Comes in a stylish copper or chrome enclosure
Equipped with a two-band EQ for precise sound adjustment
Versatile use, suitable for various musical genres and playing styles

Product specs

Brand	Xotic
Model	RC Booster Scott Henderson Edition
Finish	Gray
Year	2010s
Made In	United States
Categories	Overdrive and Boost Pedals

FAQs

What is the Xotic RC Booster Scott Henderson Edition designed for?: The Xotic RC Booster Scott Henderson Edition is designed to provide a transparent 20dB boost, allowing guitarists to enhance their tone without altering it. It's particularly useful for adding clarity and presence to solos or boosting the signal for different playing dynamics.
How does the Scott Henderson Edition differ from the standard RC Booster?: The Scott Henderson Edition features specific modifications tailored to the preferences of the guitarist Scott Henderson, including unique tonal characteristics and adjustments that cater to his style, offering a distinct sound compared to the standard RC Booster.
Can the RC Booster Scott Henderson Edition be used with both electric and acoustic guitars?: Yes, the RC Booster Scott Henderson Edition can be used with both electric and acoustic guitars. It enhances the signal without coloration, making it versatile for different guitar types and playing styles.
What power supply does the Xotic RC Booster Scott Henderson Edition require?: The Xotic RC Booster Scott Henderson Edition requires a standard 9V DC power supply, but it can also operate at 18V for increased headroom and dynamic range.
Does the RC Booster Scott Henderson Edition include any EQ controls?: Yes, the RC Booster Scott Henderson Edition includes treble and bass EQ controls, allowing for a +/-15dB adjustment to shape the tonal output according to your preference.

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The Official Xotic Guitars and Effects Channel

RCB-SH Demo with Scott Henderson

The Official Xotic Guitars and Effects Channel

Xotic RC-Booster Scott Henderson

Mike Hermans

Xotic Effects RC-SH Booster - Scott Henderson - Demo by Simon Gotthelf

Simon Gotthelf Gear Demos (Simon Gotthelf Music)

Limited Edition RC Booster - Scott Henderson Signature Model

The Official Xotic Guitars and Effects Channel

Xotic Scott Henderson RC Booster Demo

Andertons Music Co

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PROS

Provides up to 20db super clean boost with extra punch
Features 2 gain knobs for versatile tonal shaping
Includes a well-voiced 2 band EQ, effective even when set flat
Can enhance overdrive pedals with additional gain stages
Effective both before and after overdrive for tonal versatility
Adds no unwanted noise to the signal
Serves as a boost, overdrive, and tone shaper
Transparent, does not color the original amp tone
Works well with low to mid wattage clean amps
Can push amps into a pleasant break-up

CONS

Second Gain knob is tiny, difficult to adjust without affecting other settings

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The pedal includes a second gain stage, enhancing its versatility for uses like light grit or solo boost, which isn't available in the standard model.
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Some users mention using the RC Booster V2 with a Pro Reverb IR, indicating its compatibility with amp modeling setups for achieving desired tones in different environments.
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Owners praise its transparency, with the ability to retain the guitar's natural sound even with both gain stages active.
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A user found that maxing out the bass on the Walrus Ages pedal helped in approximating the RC Booster's sound, suggesting experimentation with EQ settings can be beneficial.
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Some users prefer the RC Booster over the Fulltone OCD for its tone-shaping capabilities and ability to stack well with other overdrives, like the Tube Screamer.
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The AC Booster provides more gain than the RC Booster, and the BB Preamp offers the most gain with symmetrical clipping, making it suitable for higher-gain needs.
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Use cases and applications

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The first gain stage is often used as an always-on tone shaper, adding slight boost and grit, while the second stage is used for crunch rhythms.
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The RC Booster V2 is favored for transparent overdrive, but users seeking more gain should consider stacking it with a Tim pedal for increased gain without altering the EQ.
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For more gain on the RC Booster, pairing it with a Tube Screamer can add fatness, though it may introduce a mid hump that some users prefer to avoid.
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Xotic Effects RC-Booster Scott Henderson

I got to hear this pedal at the Nashville Gear Expo. This pedal is very transparent and musical. The RC Boost side give a clean boost chime when amp is clean and pushes the amp just enough to break up. The Gain side is can go from sweet overdrive tones to very over the top Overdrive. I use the trim gain pot so it boost and blends with my amp overdrive. Gives huge tones without coloring the amp tones. By far the best Booster I own,