Boss FS-1-WL Wireless Footswitch
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$225.00 incl GST
The innovation in creativity of pedalboard systems made possible by the ES-8 has become more available and affordable.
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BOSS FS-1-WL WIRELESS FOOTSWITCH
Customisable Bluetooth foot controller for software applications and MIDI hardware.
Wireless Foot Control for Digital Music Scores, YouTube, DAWs, Instruments, and Beyond
Overview
Ultra-compact and fully customisable, the FS-1-WL is an essential hands-free partner for all your creative needs. Control digital music score apps, YouTube videos, DAWs, and supported BOSS and Roland gear wirelessly over Bluetooth. Or connect a MIDI cable to operate multi-effect processors, pedals, and other hardware. Expand your setup with external footswitches and an expression pedal. And use the dedicated editor/librarian to assign keyboard commands and MIDI messages to control nearly any software application or MIDI device.
Cable-Free Control for Your Creative World
The FS-1-WL flows smoothly into all your creative activities. Easily pair with devices over Bluetooth to operate a wide range of software apps and music gear.
Music Page Turner
Turn pages in digital music scores with the footswitches as you play. For example, you can move forward as you perform or page back to work on specific areas.
YouTube Learning
Take advantage of YouTube keyboard commands to learn faster with online lesson content. Keep your hands on your instrument and use your feet to control play/pause, rewind, playback speed, and more.
DAW Control
Stay focused on capturing great performances with hands-free control of music recording software. Operate record, play, and other keyboard commands in your DAW. Or use the software’s MIDI learn tools to configure setups on the fly.
BOSS and Roland Gear
Wirelessly change presets, control effects, and more on Bluetooth-equipped products like Pocket GT, Katana-Air, and Waza-Air, or the GX-100 via the Bluetooth Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor. And control MIDI keyboards, hardware devices, and computers over Bluetooth using Roland’s WM-1 and WM-1D.
Customisable Command
Using 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. Assign keyboard commands to the footswitches, either single keystrokes or combinations with modifier keys like shift and control. Or call up MIDI mode and set up custom PC and CC messages for your devices. You can also create a library of configurations for different needs.
Built Like a BOSS
Backed by decades of BOSS design expertise, the FS-1-WL 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.
Versatile Connections
Up to two external footswitches can be connected for expanded control with both MIDI messages and keyboard commands. And with an external expression pedal, you have continuous parameter control of any device that responds to MIDI CC messages. The FS-1-WL also features a TRS MIDI jack for wired operation of MIDI hardware devices.
- Versatile wireless foot controller for software applications and MIDI hardware
- Control devices wirelessly over Bluetooth or connect to MIDI hardware with a BOSS TRS MIDI cable
- 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
BOSS and Roland Gear: Wireless Compatibility
The FS-1-WL can communicate wirelessly with a growing range of BOSS and Roland products that feature Bluetooth support. Refer to the owner’s manual for your product to learn more about configuration and supported functions.
Compatible products will be listed here as they become available.
BOSS Products
- EURUS GS-1
- GT-1000
- GX-100*
- Katana-Air
- Pocket GT**
- Waza-Air**
- Waza-Air Bass**
- *BOSS Bluetooth® Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor required.
- **FS-1-WL support coming soon.
Roland Products
- WM-1 Wireless MIDI Adaptor (for keyboard instruments and other MIDI hardware)
- WM-1D Wireless MIDI Dongle (for computers without built-in Bluetooth)
Controls
POWER switch
Bluetooth button (INSTRUMENT)
Bluetooth button (Smartphone/PC)
Pedal switches (L, C, R)
Indicators
POWER
Bluetooth (INSTRUMENT)
Bluetooth (Smartphone/PC)
Pedal indicators (L, C, R)
Connectors
DC IN jack
CTL 1, 2 jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
EXP jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
MIDI OUT jack: stereo miniature phone type
USB port: USB B
Power Supply
Alkaline battery (AAA, LR03) x 2
AC adaptor (sold separately)
Current Draw
65 mA
Expected battery life under continuous use (These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use.)
Alkaline battery: 14 hours
Dimensions
207 (W) x 77 (D) x 32 (H) mm
8-3/16 (W) x 3-1/16 (D) x 1-5/16 (H) inches
Weight (including batteries)
258 g
10 oz
Accessories
Owner’s Manual
Leaflet “USING THE UNIT SAFELY”
Alkaline battery (AAA, LR03) x 2
Options (sold separately)
AC adaptor: PSA series
Footswitch: FS-5U
Dual footswitch: FS-6, FS-7
TRS/MIDI connecting cable: BMIDI-5-35, BMIDI-1-35, BMIDI-2-35, BCC-1-3535, BCC-2-3535
This product is covered by a 5 year manufacturer warranty.
Although we are not authorised to determine if any repair is covered under warranty, if the item was purchased through World of Music, then we are often the best people to facilitate the claim for you and will do so as timely as possible. Warranty does not apply to cosmetic damage or faults that are a result of user neglect. Although your mate is really handy with a soldering iron, any product modification or home repair will also result in a void warranty.
Quite often, something perceived as a fault is as simple as a faulty cable or power issue so we always suggest checking over Frequently Asked Questions on the manufacturer website first. It can be a helpful approach to getting to the bottom of a problem and save you a lot of time in getting your gear back up and running!
This item ships via courier; fully insured for your peace of mind. Orders require a signature on delivery and we suggest using an address where someone will be present for the speediest delivery time. For delivery attempts with no one present to sign, your order will be taken to the courier depot and a card will be left for you to organise redelivery.
