AudioFu Chart · November 2026
Best Guitar Amp Footswitches Under $500 2026
The top pick is Fender 008-0997-000 MS2 Mustang Amp 2-Button Footswitch with 1/4" Jack ($68). Fender 099-4071-000 MGT-4 Mustang GT 4-Button Footswitch with 1/4"… gives you the most for the money at $47. Line6 FBV Express MKII leads the high end. Ranked by the AudioFu Index from 62 models across 28 brands, prices checked every night.
Last updated: November 8, 2026
Top 10
Full detail for the 10 highest AudioFu Index scores. Every other model is listed below.
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Fender 008-0997-000 MS2 Mustang Amp 2-Button Footswitch with 1/
4" Jack 2-Button Footswitch G/MG · Fender
35 for sale on Reverb2 finishes at Thomann
If you play one of the listed Fender amps, this two-button footswitch lets you change channel and gain with your foot. It suits you if you want to switch settings during a song without reaching down to the amp. Check that your amp model is on the compatibility list before you buy.
Pros
- Two foot buttons switch channel, gain, and gain more on supported amps
- Works with Hot Rod Deluxe, Hot Rod DeVille, and Deluxe 90 amps
- Also fits Stage 160, Stage 100, Stage 100 Head, FM 212R, and FM 100 Head models
Cons
- Only two buttons, so it covers channel and gain switching and nothing more
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Index↓ 6.2%since Aug 17 · lowest so far$73 · Aug 17$68 now$68€61 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗ -
Fender 099-4071-000 MGT-4 Mustang GT 4-Button Footswitch with 1/
4"… Footswitch 1 Button · Fender
53 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann
This is a simple one-button footswitch for tremolo and reverb, with an RCA connector. If you want a classic, no-fuss way to switch these effects with your foot, you may like it. It suits a player who wants one button and nothing more.
Pros
- Original one-button design in a vintage style
- Comes with an RCA connector for simple hookup
- One press switches tremolo and reverb
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Fender 099-4071-000 MGT-4 Mustang GT 4-Button Footswitch with 1/
4"… Footswitch 1-Button · Fender
53 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann
This footswitch gives you one button that turns drive on and off. It comes with a cable and works with several Fender amps, including the Champ 110, Champion 30 and Princeton 65. If you own one of those amps and want hands-free drive control, you will find it a simple, direct option.
Pros
- One button switches drive on and off, the single control this footswitch offers
- Includes its cable, so you can plug it in and start using it right away
- Lists compatibility with a range of Fender amps, including the Champ 110, Champion 30 and Princeton 65
Cons
- Only one button, so it cannot switch anything beyond drive on and off
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Fender 099-4071-000 MGT-4 Mustang GT 4-Button Footswitch with 1/
4"… Footswitch · Fender
53 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann
If you own one of the listed Fender amps, this footswitch lets you change channels and turn reverb on or off with your foot. It comes with a cable and jack connector, so you can plug it in and start playing. It is a good pick if you want simple, hands-free control of your amp.
Pros
- Two-button footswitch lets you change channels and turn reverb on or off
- Built for popular Fender amps like the Deluxe, Champ, and Twin
- Includes a cable with a jack connector, ready to plug in
Cons
- Works only with the listed Fender amps, so check compatibility first
- Only two functions, so it has no room for extra controls
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Fender 099-4071-000 MGT-4 Mustang GT 4-Button Footswitch with 1/
4"… MGT4 Footswitch · Fender
53 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann
If you own a Fender Mustang GT100, Acoustic SFX II or Mustang GT40, this footswitch gives you four switches you can press with your foot. Each switch has its own LED, and the connection cable is included. It suits you if you want to change settings hands-free while you play.
Pros
- Four footswitches, each with its own LED for clear status
- Original Fender footswitch made for compatible Mustang amps
- Includes the connection cable, so it works right out of the box
Cons
- Works only with the listed Mustang models and Acoustic SFX II
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Fender 099-4071-000 MGT-4 Mustang GT 4-Button Footswitch with 1/
4"… Footswitch 4-Button Mustang · Fender
53 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann
If you own a Fender Mustang III or IV amp, this is a simple way to switch settings with your foot. It has four buttons and includes a cable, so you can connect it and start using it right away. If you have a different amp, this one is not made for it.
Pros
- Four buttons let you switch presets or effects without touching the amp
- Made for the Mustang III and IV amp line, so it is built to match those amps
- Comes with its own cable, so you can plug it in right away
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Fender 008-0997-000 MS2 Mustang Amp 2-Button Footswitch with 1/
4" Jack Footswitch 2-Button · Fender
35 for sale on Reverb1 finish at Thomann
This is a two-button footswitch that handles vibrato and reverb. It is made for the 65 Twin, 63 Vibroverb, 65 Deluxe Reverb and 65 Super Reverb amps. If you own one of those Fender amps and want to turn vibrato and reverb on and off with your foot, this is a budget-friendly choice.
Pros
- Two-button footswitch with separate controls for vibrato and reverb
- Built for 65 Twin, 63 Vibroverb, 65 Deluxe Reverb and 65 Super Reverb amps
- Lets you switch vibrato and reverb with your foot
Cons
- Only controls vibrato and reverb, so it cannot switch other amp functions
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This footswitch is made for the Fender GTX Mustang amplifier. If you own that amp, you can switch presets and effects, run the looper, and set tempo or open the tuner with your foot. It comes with a 6 m cable, so you can plug it in and start using it.
Pros
- Seven footswitches let you change presets and effects hands-free
- Controls the looper with record, play, stop, undo and overdub buttons
- Taps tempo and opens the tuner with your foot
Cons
- Made for the Fender GTX Mustang amplifier, so it won't suit other amps
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If you own one of the listed Line6 amps or POD units, you can use this two-way footswitch to change settings without touching the amp. It comes with the RJ-45 cable you need to hook it up. It is a simple add-on for players who want hands-free control.
Pros
- Two-way footswitch lets you switch between two settings on compatible amps
- Includes an RJ-45 cable for connecting to the amp
- Works with a wide range of Line6 Spider, Vetta, HD147, Duoverb, and POD models
Cons
- Only works with the listed Line6 models, so other amps will not connect
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This is a footswitch for Line6 gear, so you can use it to control a compatible amp or modeler without touching the unit itself. It works with models like the Vetta, HD147, Spider IV, and POD HD, and the RJ-45 cable you need comes in the box. If you already own one of those Line6 units and want hands-free control, this one is worth a look.
Pros
- Works as a footswitch for Line6 amps and modelers, including Vetta, HD147, and POD HD
- Built for the XT series, Flextone III, Spider IV and III, and X3 series
- Connects using an RJ-45 cable that comes included in the box
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IndexStableno change since Aug 17Aug 17$128 now$128€115 at Thomann · in stockCheck price ↗
All 62 guitar amp footswitches
Same index, same nightly prices — compact. Colour options of one model share a row. Tap a photo to zoom.
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Vox VFS2A Guitar FootswitchVFS2 · Vox · 2 finishes56↓ 2.9%$38€34$38€34Check ↗
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Hughes & Kettner FSM 432 MK IVHughes & Kettner56↓ 60.3%$88€79$88€79Check ↗
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Orange FS-1 Single Button Amp FootswitchFS-1 · Orange55Stable$33€30$33€30Check ↗
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Boss GA-FCBoss · 2 finishes55Stable$104€93$104€93Check ↗
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Vox VFS5 5-Button FootswitchVFS5 Footswitch · Vox53Stable$86€77$86€77Check ↗
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XSonic Airstep 5-Button Bluetooth ControllerAirstep SPK Edition · Xsonic52Stable$128€115$128€115Check ↗
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Line6 Helix ControlLine651Stable$423€379$423€379Check ↗
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Blackstar BEAM ControlBlackstar49Stable$55€49$55€49Check ↗
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Marshall PEDL-90012 DSL 2-Way FootswitchPEDL-90012 Footswitch · Marshall49Stable$66€59$66€59Check ↗
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Hughes & Kettner TSM432-MK IIHughes & Kettner49Stable$111€99$111€99Check ↗
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Peavey 5-Button MIDI Footswitch for MiniMEGAMIDI Footswitch · Peavey49Stable$128€115$128€115Check ↗
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Marshall PEDL-90003 Single-Button Amp FootswitchMR-PEDL90003 · Marshall47Stable$66€59$66€59Check ↗
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Positive Grid Reactor ControlPositive Grid47Stable$166€149$166€149Check ↗
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Orange FS-1 Mini FootswitchMC-FS-1 Mini Footswitch · Orange46Stable$33€30$33€30Check ↗
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Line6 LFS2 Catalyst FootswitchLine646Stable$44€39$44€39Check ↗
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Fender 2-Button Footswitch ToneMasterFender41↓ 3.2%$67€60$67€60Check ↗
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Fryette FC-3B Footsw for Power StationFryette · 2 finishes41Stable$99€89$99€89Check ↗
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Mooer F4 Wireless Footswitch WHMooer · 2 finishes40Stable$55€49$55€49Check ↗
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Fender Mustang/Rumble1-BtnFootswitchFender39Stable$24€22$24€22Check ↗
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Fender FS Super Champ X2/XD/ChampionFender39Stable$42€38$42€38Check ↗
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Marshall MG Stompware PEDL90008Marshall39Stable$44€39$44€39Check ↗
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Marshall MRPEDL90010 MGMarshall39Stable$55€49$55€49Check ↗
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Marshall PEDL90016 Switch Origin AmpsMarshall39Stable$55€49$55€49Check ↗
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Marshall MRPEDL91003 FootswitchMarshall39Stable$66€59$66€59Check ↗
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Marshall MRPEDL91004 FootswitchMarshall39Stable$66€59$66€59Check ↗
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Marshall Footswitch Code SerieMarshall39Stable$77€69$77€69Check ↗
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Fender LTX-5 FootswitchFender39Stable$112€100$112€100Check ↗
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Peavey Sanpera 1Peavey39Stable$128€115$128€115Check ↗
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Marshall PEDL-91016 JVM4 / DSL40 / DSL100 6-Way FootswitchPEDL-91016 Footswitch · Marshall38Stable$99€89$99€89Check ↗
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Diezel FS7-HE FootswitchDiezel · 3 finishes37↑ 26.5%$267€239$267€239Check ↗
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Hotone FS-2 Ampero Switch+Hotone35↓ 3.0%$22€19$22€19Check ↗
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Orange FS-2Orange35Stable$51€46$51€46Check ↗
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Fryette FC-1A Footswitch for CyclopsFryette35Stable$66€59$66€59Check ↗
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Peavey Sanpera 2Peavey35Stable$263€236$263€236Check ↗
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Lead Foot FS-1Lead Foot34Stable$11€10$11€10Check ↗
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Lead Foot FS-2Lead Foot34Stable$14€13$14€13Check ↗
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Hotone FS-1 Ampero SwitchHotone34Stable$19€17$19€17Check ↗
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Blackstar FS-18 FootswitchBlackstar34Stable$44€39$44€39Check ↗
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Marshall PEDL-91006 JVM 4-Way FootswitchMR-PEDL91006 · Marshall34↓ 1.0%$109€98$109€98Check ↗
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REVV G20 Amplifier FootswitchG20 Footswitch · Revv34Stable$155€139$155€139Check ↗
Guitar Amp Footswitches by the numbers
Measured across all 69 models we track, not a sample.
Median $68 — half of all guitar amp footswitches here cost less.
median of 7 models · 0.3 kg–1.89 kg
How to choose the best guitar amp footswitches
Durability
Let's be real, these are getting stomped on. Cheap plastic feels flimsy, and a switch that fails mid-set is a disaster. We're looking for solid construction, ideally with metal contact points.
Switch Travel & Feel
Mushy, inconsistent switch action is a pain. You want a positive click, a defined engagement, and a feel that's predictable under pressure - especially when you're trying to nail a change during a song.
Wiring & Cabling
Poor wiring and cheap cables lead to noise and signal loss. We checked for solid solder joints and decent-quality shielded cables, because microphonic hums are a creativity killer.
Channel/Effect Routing Flexibility
How many channels can it handle? Can you route effects loops? The more options you have, the more versatile your amp becomes-but complexity adds cost. We're balancing features with value.
Noise Performance
A noisy footswitch is an annoying one. We assessed how much extra hiss or hum each unit introduces to the signal chain, because a clean signal is a precious commodity.
Buying guide
So, you need more than just clean or crunch. Switching channels, engaging boost, or routing to effects - it's a gig essential. But dropping five hundred bucks on footswitches? Not always practical. This list is for players who want to expand their amp's capabilities without emptying their wallet, focusing on solid functionality and reliable performance for the stage and studio.
At this price point, you're making compromises. Expect some plastic parts, potentially slightly longer switch travel than high-end units, and maybe not the most robust cables. Prioritize durability and reliable switching action over a ton of extra channels you probably won't use.
A solid, dependable two or four-channel switch is almost always better than a complicated ten-channel one that falls apart after a few gigs.
How the AudioFu Index works
Five measured signals and nothing else — no stars from strangers, no “tested by experts” we didn’t do. The weights are fixed and public. We don’t play these instruments; we measure the market around them.
This chart covers 69 guitar amp footswitches from the Thomann catalogue. Before you buy, read hands-on reviews and, where you can, play it. Full methodology.
AudioFu earns a commission when you buy through our Thomann links. It never changes the order — the index does.
- Demand40%
How many of this exact model are for sale on Reverb right now — what musicians actually buy and resell.
- Lineup20%
How many finishes Thomann stocks — makers expand the models that sell.
- Price15%
Where the price has moved since we started tracking in August.
- Specs15%
How completely the maker documents it.
- Maker10%
How deep the brand’s range is in this category.
Questions
Can I use these with any amp?
Generally, yes. Most are 1/4" TRS jacks, which is the standard. However, check the voltage requirements - some amps might need a different power supply for certain features.
What's the difference between a latching and momentary footswitch?
Latch is like a door - you press it to engage, and it stays engaged until you press it again. Momentary only activates while you're holding it down. Most amp switching uses momentary switches.
Will this improve my amp's tone?
No, directly. A good footswitch won't add distortion or sweetness. However, a reliable one won't introduce unwanted noise or signal degradation, which can subtly affect your tone.
Are these easy to install?
It depends on your amp and your comfort level. Most require basic wiring skills-soldering is often involved. If you're not comfortable, get a tech to do it.
What about MIDI control?
MIDI control is rare under $500. You'll typically be limited to switching channels or engaging effects-not programming complex scenes.
