Boss RV-500 firmware

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Latest firmware: 1.04

1.04

What's new in 1.04

Delay sound does not sync with MIDI tempo clock when REVERB MODE is set to SPACE ECHO. (bug fix)

Last checked 11 Sep 2026

Download 1.04 from Bossopens in a new tab — boss.info

How to update the Boss RV-500

Connect the RV-500 via USB to a Mac or Windows computer. Use the RV-500 Editor software or USB mass storage mode to apply the update. The firmware package contains the update files and installation instructions.

What you need

RV-500 Editor — the software Boss uses to load firmware onto the Boss RV-500. Download links below.

Just for reference. For complete and up-to-date instructions, always refer to the manufacturer's official firmware page.

Drivers & software for the Boss RV-500

The Boss RV-500 is updated with RV-500 Editor, published by Boss.

Download RV-500 Editor from Bossopens in a new tab — boss.info

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Boss RV-500 firmware update history

Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.

1.04

Release notes for this version are listed above.

Release notesopens in a new tab — boss.info

Boss RV-500 manual & official pages

Boss RV-500 firmware FAQ

What is the latest firmware for the Boss RV-500?

The latest firmware for the Boss RV-500 is version 1.04. FW//RADAR last checked Boss's official page on 11 Sep 2026.

How do I update the Boss RV-500?

Connect the RV-500 via USB to a Mac or Windows computer. Use the RV-500 Editor software or USB mass storage mode to apply the update. Full instructions on Boss's official firmware page.

What software do I need to update the Boss RV-500?

You need RV-500 Editor, available from Boss's support site.

Where can I download Boss RV-500 firmware and drivers?

Directly from Boss's official firmware page — FW//RADAR links to the source and never hosts firmware files. Official firmware page →

Where can I find the Boss RV-500 manual?

The official Boss user manual is a PDF hosted on boss.info. Boss RV-500 user manual (PDF) →

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