Boss FS-5U

Fantastic Momentary Pedal!

Strengths: Rugged metal case, very compact size.

Weakness: Sharp edges.

I grabbed the Boss FS-5U Footswitch for use with my Boss BR-900CD, and it rocks! The compact metal casing and rubber bottom is very sturdy! The switch itself is made of plastic, but is still better than the Roland DP-2 that I was considering. I had also considered the Boss FS-6 dual pedal, but that model requires batteries or an AC adapter. The FS-5U requires neither, only needing a single 1/4"...
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I grabbed the Boss FS-5U Footswitch for use with my Boss BR-900CD, and it rocks! The compact metal casing and rubber bottom is very sturdy! The switch itself is made of plastic, but is still better than the Roland DP-2 that I was considering. I had also considered the Boss FS-6 dual pedal, but that model requires batteries or an AC adapter. The FS-5U requires neither, only needing a single 1/4" TS (mono) cable. The various foot switches that Boss makes can attach to the sides of one another, which is very convenient! However, this does create some sharp metal edges that can scratch other gear, so store it carefully. This is an excellent nonlatching footswitch, and I highly recommend it!

By Mental_Myopia - Apr 2, 2007

Boss FS-5U Footswitch

Strengths: built Boss tough, easy to use

Weakness: pricey

This is a must have pedal if you are using any of the Boss delay pedals. I hook this up to my DD20 and I'm good to go. It's reliable, easy to setup and use. You have to buy a separate cable (should come with one). It's a typical Boss pedal - very tough.

By ranieris4 - Jul 24, 2008