Detail 01
Nonlatching (momentary)
Contact closes only while pressed, then releases. Use it where a pulse triggers something, not where a state must stay set.
Product detailSKU #1274034492383
BOSSFS-5U Nonlatching Footswitch
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Momentary footswitch for BOSS amps, pedals and multi-effects. Buy it if your gear needs a nonlatching switch for tap tempo or momentary functions.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Tap tempo on delay and looper units that expect momentary input
- Triggering a function only while your foot holds it down
- Adding external control to gear with a 1/4 inch switch jack
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Amp channel switching or anything needing on/off toggle behavior
- Gear that specifies a latching switch — this will not hold state
- Players wanting a multi-button controller for several functions
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
1/4 inch female jack
Takes a standard instrument-style cable, so the connection is the same size as a guitar cord.
Detail 03
8 oz weight
Light enough to toss in a gig bag, light enough to slide on smooth stages if you stomp hard.
Detail 04
3-3/8 x 1-11/16 x 3-1/2 inch
Roughly a compact pedal footprint. Fits in leftover pedalboard space next to a standard stompbox.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Cable is not included — you need a 1/4 inch cable to connect it
- 02Check whether your gear wants nonlatching or latching before ordering
- 03Some gear needs a specific tip/sleeve polarity; confirm compatibility first
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the difference between FS-5U and FS-5L?
The U is nonlatching (momentary) — it acts only while held. The L is latching, holding its state after each press. Match the one your gear asks for.
02Can I use this for tap tempo?
Yes, if your delay or looper accepts a momentary external switch on a 1/4 inch jack. That is the main use for a nonlatching switch.
03Does it need batteries or power?
No. It is a passive mechanical switch and draws no power.
04Will this switch amp channels?
Only if the amp is designed for a momentary switch. Most channel switching needs a latching switch instead.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsConnections & power
- Jack
- 1/4 inch female
2 detailsSize & weight
- Weight
- 8
- Dimensions
- 3-3/8 inch x 1-11/16 inch x 3-1/2 inch
