Customizable Bluetooth footswitch controller for software applications and MIDI hardware.
The BOSS FS-1-WL wireless footswitch is utracompact, fully customizable and an ideal hands-free partner for all your creative needs. It incorporates smoothly into your workflow, pairing with devices via Bluetooth to operate a wide range of software apps and music gear. Use the FS-1-WL to turn pages in digital music scores as you play, or take advantage of YouTube keyboard commands and control play/pause, rewind, playback, speed and more with your foot. Dial it into your DAW so you can stay focused on capturing great performances with hands-free control of your recording software, or wirelessly change presets and manage effects on supported BOSS and Roland gear. With the FS-1-WL editor app on your computer or smartphone, you can change up the pre-configured setups to operate just about any software application or MIDI device.
Backed by decades of BOSS design expertise, the FS-1-WL footswitch is comfortable to use and built to last. The footswitches are quiet and easy to press, with no click noises to interrupt your workspace or performance stage. Status LEDs provide high visibility and can be set to different colors with the editor app. Two AAA alkaline batteries offer up to 14 hours of operation on the move, and AC power is supported with an optional BOSS PSA adaptor. Up to two external footswitches can be connected for expanded control with both MIDI messages and keyboard commands. The FS-1-WL also features a TRS MIDI jack for wired operation of MIDI hardware devices.
Backed by decades of BOSS design expertise, the FS-1-WL footswitch is comfortable to use and built to last. The footswitches are quiet and easy to press, with no click noises to interrupt your workspace or performance stage. Status LEDs provide high visibility and can be set to different colors with the editor app. Two AAA alkaline batteries offer up to 14 hours of operation on the move, and AC power is supported with an optional BOSS PSA adaptor. Up to two external footswitches can be connected for expanded control with both MIDI messages and keyboard commands. The FS-1-WL also features a TRS MIDI jack for wired operation of MIDI hardware devices.
Specifications
- Current draw: 65 mA
- Expected battery life under continuous use: 14 hours (alkaline battery)
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 8-3/16" (20.7 cm) x 3-1/16" (7.7 cm) x 1-5/16" (3.2 cm)
- Weight (including batteries): 10 oz (258 g)
Features
- Versatile wireless foot controller for software applications and MIDI hardware
- Rear-panel switch for selecting MIDI mode or HID mode (three onboard setups available in HID mode)
- HID mode sends keyboard commands for controlling software on computers and mobile devices
- MIDI mode sends PC/CC messages for controlling MIDI devices
- USB port for use as a class-compliant MIDI input device (HID mode not supported over USB)
- Dedicated editor (macOS/Windows/iOS/Android) to customize footswitch assignments and save setups for different applications
- Three rugged footswitches with smooth and quiet operation
- Jacks for up to two external footswitches and an expression pedal
- Runs on two AAA batteries or an optional PSA-series adaptor