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BOSS FS-1-WL Wireless Footswitch with Bluetooth

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BOSS FS-1-WL Wireless Footswitch with Bluetooth
Key Features
  • Ultracompact and Customizable
  • Control Software and MIDI Hardware
  • HID Mode for Software, MIDI Mode for CC
  • Integrated Bluetooth
Compact, customizable, and completely hands-free, the FS-1-WL from BOSS is a fully Bluetooth-equipped wireless footswitch designed to meet a wide range of creative needs. With this lightweight controller, you can control digital music score apps, YouTube videos, DAWs, and supported BOSS and Roland gear completely wirelessly, or connect a MIDI cable to operate multi-FX processors, pedals, and other external gear.
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BOSS FS-1-WL Overview

Cable-Free Control for Your Creative World
Compact, customizable, and completely hands-free, the FS-1-WL from BOSS is a fully Bluetooth-equipped wireless footswitch designed to meet a wide range of creative needs. With this lightweight controller, you can control digital music score apps, YouTube videos, DAWs, and supported BOSS and Roland gear completely wirelessly, or connect a MIDI cable to operate multi-FX processors, pedals, and other external gear.

A dedicated editor/librarian can be used to assign keyboard commands (HID mode) and MIDI PC/CC messages (MIDI mode) for smooth operation during all of your creative activities. Versatile connections provide plenty of hardwired options along with the wireless functions, allowing you to connect 1/4" cables to control/expression pedals, a 3.5mm cable for wired MIDI devices, and a USB-B port for class-compliant MIDI output.

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.

The FS-1-W supports a wide range of music score software programs on tablets, smartphones, computers, and more. Simply connect via Bluetooth or USB. 

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. Keyboard commands can be programmed into each footswitch in HID mode for numerous purposes, and can even be used to assist in content creation and streaming scenarios where you need to keep your hands busy.
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.
Customizable Command
Using the FS-1-WL editor app on your computer or smartphone, you can change up the preconfigured 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 included AAA alkaline batteries offer up to 14 hours of operation on the move, and AC power is supported with an optional BOSS PSA adapter.

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.
Note:
HID mode is not supported over USB.
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. The following products are confirmed to be currently supported by the FS-1-WL:

BOSS Products

  • EURUS GS-1
  • GT-1000
  • GX-100
  • Katana-Air
  • Pocket GT
  • Waza-Air
  • Waza-Air Bass

Roland Products

  • WM-1 Wireless MIDI Adapter
  • WM-1D Wireless MIDI Dongle
UPC: 761294518748

BOSS FS-1-WL Specs

General
Compatibility
BOSS EURUS GS-1
BOSS GT-1000
BOSS GX-100
BOSS Katana-Air
BOSS Pocket GT
BOSS Waza-Air
BOSS Waza-Air Bass
Roland WM-1 Wireless MIDI Adapter
Roland WM-1D Wireless MIDI Dongle
Inputs/Outputs
USB I/O
1 x USB-B Female Output
Connectors
CTL 1 and 2: 1 x 1/4" TRS Female Output
EXP: 1 x 1/4" TRS Female Output MIDI Out: 1 x 3.5mm Stereo TRS Output
Wireless
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: Android & iOS
App Name: FS-1-WL Editor
Functionality: Adjust Settings, Setup
Power
Power Source
Battery (Included), AC Adapter with Power Brick (Not Included)
Battery Type
2x AAA Alkaline
Operating Current
65 mA
Battery Life
Alkaline: 14 Hours
Physical
Color
Black
Material of Construction
Plastic
Dimensions
8.1 x 3 x 1.3" / 20.7 x 7.7 x 3.2 cm
Weight
10 oz / 284 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.83 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
10.2 x 4.4 x 2.1"

BOSS FS-1-WL Reviews

You get what you pay for

By James
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-09-02

I purchased the FS-1-WL pedal to use with my Eventide H9 Max effects pedal. Bluetooth on the FS-1-WL is not compatible with Eventide effects units due to software incompatibility. I used MIDI to connect, and it works great. Easy configuration once you have the right MIDI cable. Don't buy a cheap MIDI cable for this, they won't work. I am using the BOSS MIDI cable: Model BMIDI-1-35. It is expensive, but it works.

Tiny, very portable, and sturdy

By William
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2024-06-18

It is tiny and very portable. It supports Bluetooth and USB in either HID and MIDI mode. HID mode is limited, when a pedal is tapped, it presses a key and release. Holding the pedal will not hold the key. It uses 2 x AAA battery and could operate for about 20-24 hours in Bluetooth HID mode. It will not auto power off and need to be switched off manually. Also, it cannot be powered through USB. Only works with batteries and PSA adapter. The pedal feels soft but very tactile. Good for home use. Despite it has limited power options, the design is novel, extremely portable and sturdy, price is very reasonable, very handy, and very easy to use. I will give it 4 stars.

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Is this capable of sending midi note on Messages?

Is this capable of sending midi note on Messages?
Asked by: Dave
Yes, the BOSS FS-1-WL Wireless Footswitch with Bluetooth is capable of sending MIDI data to your MIDI-enabled software of hardware.
Answered by: Manny C
Date published: 2024-04-30

Can the FS-1-WL be configured to work with the ...

Can the FS-1-WL be configured to work with the Eventide H9?
Asked by: James
The BOSS FS-1-WL Wireless Footswitch with Bluetooth is currently not compatible with the Eventide H9 MAX Effects Pedal with Bluetooth Control, since the Eventide control App does not support it.
Answered by: Daniel O
Date published: 2024-08-29
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