Guitar Amp Footswitches & A/B Boxes

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Understanding Foot Switch Technology: Latching vs. Momentary When choosing a guitar foot switch , understanding the electrical behavior of the switch is critical for compatibility. Foot switches generally fall into two primary categories: A latching foot switch (or latching switch ) acts like a standard light switch. When you step on it, it clicks and locks into the "on" position, remaining there until you step on it again to turn it "off." This is the standard technology used for switching amplifier channels (e.g., clean to overdrive) or toggling built-in effects like reverb and tremolo. A momentary foot switch (or momentary switch ) only remains active while your foot is physically holding the switch down. The moment you release pressure, the switch returns to its default state. This behavior is essential for tap-tempo functions, holding sustain, triggering freeze effects, or executing momentary mutes. Using the wrong type of switch can cause your amplifier or pedal to behave erratically, so verifying your gear's requirements is essential. 🔧 Rigorous Inspection Every foot switch is thoroughly tested, jack-cleaned, and continuity-checked by our in-house technicians before being listed for sale. 🛡️ 12-Month Warranty We stand behind every product we sell. All of our switches come with a full 12-month warranty, giving you complete peace of mind with your purchase. 🚚 Free UK Delivery & 14-Day Returns Get free, fully insured UK shipping on all orders over £99. If the switch isn't the perfect fit for your board, return it to us within 14 days for a hassle-free refund or exchange. Brand-Specific Compatibility & Pedalboard Utilities While some universal switches work across multiple brands, many modern multi-channel amplifiers require dedicated, proprietary controllers to handle complex switching matrices. We are proud to stock authentic, brand-specific options tailored to the industry's leading amplifier manufacturers: Marshall Footswitches From simple single-butt