Boss FS-7 Dual Foot Switch

Best foot switch for the RC-3 looper.I tried hard to find a cheaper alternative to this but none had the RC-3's full foot switch functionality - only the stop function worked with another cheaper but still reputable product, the memory slot shift on the second button did not work.This FS-7 just works. Boss did it again I am afraid I have to admit.This pairs great with the RC-3 looper and enables foot switch enabled single-press stop function as well as shifting up and down the memory slots. I like the memory slot shift as it allows me to record single chord comping on each memory slot and then improvise, deciding ad-hoc when to switch chords.The pedal is very compact yet the two pedals are shaped smartly to just work well. I am glad I did not get the larger FS-6.Also, a fact that I read little about is that the FS-7 does actually not need to be plugged into any electricity supply in order to be fully operable with the RC-3. The momentary switch functionality required to trigger all functions for the RC-3 work without plugging in. I like this as it reduces cable clutter and also run the RC-3 from a rechargeable 9V battery. I run a wireless receiver into the RC-3 IN and a short instrument cable from the RC-3 OUT into my amp... so the RC-3/FS-7 combo is attached only to one cable that goes to the amp.

Works well and no glitches. I have a few other switches but they aren’t too reliable with my RC600 so I just use the Boss foot pedals.

Works great with my Boss RC500 looper pedal.

I have bought two of these from Amazon. I use one for my Boss GT-1 and I am using the other for Boss GT-100. For Boss GT-1, I have it in stomp box mode connected to my amp FX loop for chorus, flanger, delays. The FS-7 allows me to add two additional stomps. Totally fun for me to use this way, as long as you can figure out how to program the GT-1. Or if you can use it as additional CTL pedals for presets and banks to program boosts or solo presets, the FS-7 will get you there. I bought a second one for use with GT-100 and I know it will work to do the same, just haven’t had time to set it up. Works great and is an upgrade and space saver from using Boss FS-5 and FS-6. This product came with TRS cable that also connects to power, so my GT-1 and FS-7 connect to the same Boss adapter. If you like Boss GT series, you need the FS-7 to expand and explore more possibilities.

This pedal is expensive, but it's the only one I could get to properly change memory locations on the RC-10R. A number of other cheap 2 button switches will work for most of the control functions, but NOT changing memories on the fly... So, if you want to switch to the next memory slot while playing, this is it. If you don't need to do that, then the ampero (2 button), will change most of the other control functions fine. FYI.

I'm using this footswitch to add some additional ways to control functions on my Boss Loop Station. The switch allows you to select whether you want to have the switch work in momentary mode or latch mode and also gives the flexibility to have each individual switch assigned either to one device or split them up (this would take an additional TRS cable). Overall I am happy with it and the only thing that would be a slight knock against it is that is built with the front being thinner than the rear making it wedge shaped (see pic). This cause me a slight issue with the bottom switch being to low if there is a pedal underneath it. It was an easy enough fix by using a wedge doorstop underneath the switch to lift the lower part up and make it level with the rest of the board and making the "B" switch accessible.

The FS-7 does not need 9v power to work properly. The 9v power is only necessary for the LED lights. Since there are only two switches A & B, I do not need lights to tell me which one I am using. Works perfect with my Boss RC-5 Loop Station. I bought the FS-6 the older model first. I returned it because it has to have 9v power to work correctly. Also returned it because it only works with a 9v battery and if you don't un-plug TRS cable the battery will lose it's charge.

This is a very solid piece of hardware. Feels like it’s made really tough. The one issue I have with this purchase (I didn’t take any stars away for it) it doesn’t come with a power cord. It runs off the power cord. Without a power cord you cannot use this device. Power cord sold separately. That’s not too big of a deal it is important to know if you plan on using it when you get it. Roland , Thanks for making awesome products.