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product_id: 5145461
title: "BOSS FS-5L Footswitch for ON/OFF control of your Musical Instrument Effects & More | Switch Functions with your Foot | Compatible with Guitar | Keyboard | BOSS/Roland Amps & More"
brand: "boss"
price: "$5.54"
currency: USD
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.ec/products/5145461-boss-fs-5l-footswitch-for-on-off-control-of-your
store_origin: EC
region: Ecuador
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# 1/4" phone jack compatibility AAA battery powered for portability LED status indicator for instant feedback BOSS FS-5L Footswitch for ON/OFF control of your Musical Instrument Effects & More | Switch Functions with your Foot | Compatible with Guitar | Keyboard | BOSS/Roland Amps & More

**Brand:** boss
**Price:** $5.54
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Step up your sound game—control your effects like a pro, hands-free and hassle-free!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** BOSS FS-5L Footswitch for ON/OFF control of your Musical Instrument Effects & More | Switch Functions with your Foot | Compatible with Guitar | Keyboard | BOSS/Roland Amps & More by boss
- **How much does it cost?** $5.54 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ec](https://www.desertcart.ec/products/5145461-boss-fs-5l-footswitch-for-on-off-control-of-your)

## Best For

- boss enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted boss brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Instant Visual Feedback:** Built-in LED status indicator keeps you in the loop on your effect’s on/off state, even in dimly lit venues.
- • **Portable Power Solution:** Powered by two AAA batteries, this footswitch delivers cordless convenience without sacrificing reliability.
- • **Rugged & Reliable Build:** Metal construction and latching actuator ensure long-lasting performance through every gig and rehearsal.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Seamlessly integrates with guitars, keyboards, and BOSS/Roland amps—one switch to rule your entire setup.
- • **Hands-Free Control Mastery:** Effortlessly toggle your effects with a durable stainless steel footswitch—keep your hands on your instrument and your focus on the music.

## Overview

The BOSSFS-5L Footswitch offers reliable ON/OFF control for musical instrument effects with a durable metal build, LED status indicator, and universal 1/4" phone jack compatibility. Powered by two AAA batteries, it supports seamless integration with guitars, keyboards, and BOSS/Roland amps, making it an essential tool for musicians seeking hands-free, precise effect switching.

## Description

BOSS offers two types of sturdy metal footswitches for different applications. The FS-5U (silver) is a momentary "unlatch"-type footswitch, and the FS-5L (black) is a latch-type footswitch with an LED to indicate status. Both footswitches can be connected using ordinary guitar cables. Please consult your owner's manual for compatibility.

## Features

- Latch-type footswitch
- LED to indicate status
- Connectors - 1/4" phone type
- Power Supply - Dry Batteries (R03/LR03(AAA) type) x 2

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Contact Material | Stainless Steel |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Item Dimensions | 4.15 x 3.65 x 2.25 inches |
| International Protection Rating | IP00 |
| Actuator Type | Latching |
| Connectivity Protocol | X-10 |
| Controller Type | Latching Footswitch |
| Connector Type Used on Cable | 1/4-inch Straight |
| Switch Type | Foot Switch |
| Terminal | Physical |
| Operation Mode | manual |
| Contact Type | Physical |
| Color | Black |

## Product Details

- **Operation Mode:** manual
- **Current Rating:** 2 Amps
- **Operating Voltage:** 1.5 Volts
- **Contact Type:** Physical
- **Connector Type:** 1/4-inch Straight
- **Brand:** BOSS
- **Switch Type:** Foot Switch
- **Terminal:** Through Hole
- **Material:** Metal
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 3.56 x 3.81 x 1.75 inches

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is it actually made in Japan or is it made in China ?**
A: I have a FS-5U and it says it was made in Japan.

**Q: Could I use this with my boss WAZA air and if so, how...?**
A: No, there's no way to control it with a footswitch.

**Q: Will this engage/disengage the Reverb on a early seventies Ampeg V4?**
A: Lol!! I don’t have an early 70s ampeg V4

**Q: Will this work with the rc-3 loop pedal???**
A: Yes

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Needed for my Orange Crush amp.
*by J***T on May 31, 2025*

Straight forward solid unit. The reason I bought this was to use with my small Orange guitar amp which Is great except that there's no indicator led to show if you're on the clean channel or the dirty/overdrive one. On a gig, this is strangely confusing for me.So this boss latching footswitch has an led that lights up in one position and is dark in the other position. Is perfect.Problem solved! It runs on 2 AAA batteries, but all they do is power the led, (gotta power it somehow. An led takes very little power) so it's exactly what I needed. Good ol' Boss. Good stuff.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Quality but not meant for patch/preset switching
*by A***O on November 25, 2024*

I bought this first not realizing you need a "Momentary" pedal in order to change presets/patches on a multi fx unit. It is confusing and even after hours and hours of scouring the Internet trying to find a clear answer I got both yes you can, and no you can't. So when I saw "Yes you NEED a latching pedal to change presets" it made sense to me seeing Unlatching/Momentary switches require you to keep the switch pressed down for the effect to go and stay on, and then release the switch to turn the effect off. And even Boss support told me it could be done with this pedal but not in my experience and I tried everything (worked but kept scrolling through patches until pressing switch again).So it's different with changing patches/presets on a multi fx device. This is a great and high quality pedal but if you need something to switch presets/patches on your multi FX unit you will want to get the LS-5U (worked perfect for Boss GT1000CORE). I learned the hard way but at least now I know and hope this helps and saves somebody else all the trouble I had to go through :(

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wish I would have known this sooner
*by M***H on July 10, 2024*

This little device has been a game changer. We have the Electro Voice Evolve EV50M system. I read in a forum that I could use this foot pedal to toggle on/off the reverb/delays used for our vocals when we speak between songs, and it it works perfectly. We use a 10ft 1/4 inch instrument cable between the pedal plugin on the EV50M system and just plug it in to this foot pedal. When it is lit, vocal effects are on, when not lit, the vocal effects are off. Simple as that. Just tap on it with your foot. Before, we had to hit the mute button on our ipad to mute the vocal effects. This works so much better ... and it is not noticeable at all from the audience when turning the effects on and off. 5 BiG stars.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Boss FS-5L Latching Footswitch
- Boss FS-5U Non-Latching Footswitch
- Cable Matters 2-Pack 1/4 Inch TS to TS Electric Guitar Cable - 6ft, Guitar Amp Cord, Instrument Cable for ElectricGuitar, Mandolin, Bass AMP, Keyboard, Mixer, Equalizer

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*Store origin: EC*
*Last updated: 2026-01-23*