I could just use this to switch channels or turn the reverb on my amp right? They both have footswitch inputs in the back of the amp.
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All footswitches are not innerchangeable. For one example is the Fender which uses diodes to create different voltages for switching. The Boss you've shown is a simple latching pedal. To test, put a cable into the jack then jumper the other end barrel to tip w/ a wire and alligator clip. I'm assuming you don't have access to a schematic???
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No I don't...
Can I damage an amp by using the wrong footswitch or will it simply not work?
I bought a FS-5L to use with something else on my board (another boss pedal). It should be here soon, could I just try it out?Originally posted by Good Will HuntingReal loss is only possible when you love something more than you love yourself.
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Originally posted by Andrew Lamprecht View PostNo I don't...
Can I damage an amp by using the wrong footswitch or will it simply not work?
I bought a FS-5L to use with something else on my board (another boss pedal). It should be here soon, could I just try it out?
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You could use a vox single switch which may work. I used one for different amps.Originally posted by grumptruckNo I think James and Dave have that covered. You are obviously rocking way to hard.Originally posted by Gear UsedPRS CE 22 (Custom 5 / 59)
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As stated, the important thing is to get the right type. Some amps will require a latching footswitch (most of 'em) while other need momentary footswitches.
chances are your boss will work. Can't harm anything by trying it out.
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Originally posted by richard parker View PostI had that amp and as far as I remember it was a standard latching footswitch. A cheap 2 button switch from Peavey or similar should do the job. How are you getting on with the amp ?
I actually really like the amp. The overdrive on it sounds like a thinner TS9 and I don't like it. The reverb is good for subtle stuff, sounds really nice for that actually but once you get any bigger verb going it sounds too wet I guess.
I like the amp a lot though. Basically I use it just as a loud warm sounding clean amp. It sounds really good with pedals in front and even just plugging in, the cleans are really really nice. I thought about getting another. I paid $145 for this one and I saw another come up in better condition for $150. There was also one that someone beat to hell that was at $130 but yeah. They come up more often than I would expect anyway. I should buy another soon.Originally posted by Good Will HuntingReal loss is only possible when you love something more than you love yourself.
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There is actually a few from the same series on Guitar Centers website now.
A mint 50 watt 1x12 for $200. meh
A good cond 50 watt 1x12 for $130.
A 50 watt 410 for $160. Not bad.Originally posted by Good Will HuntingReal loss is only possible when you love something more than you love yourself.
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Originally posted by IM4Tone View PostAll footswitches are not innerchangeable. For one example is the Fender which uses diodes to create different voltages for switching. The Boss you've shown is a simple latching pedal. To test, put a cable into the jack then jumper the other end barrel to tip w/ a wire and alligator clip. I'm assuming you don't have access to a schematic???
A latching footswitch achieves channel switching by either connecting or disconnecting the sleeve and tip of a standard mono-patch cable. That test described by IM4tone will tell you right away if the latching FS you're waiting for will work or not.
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