Blackstar FS-16
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Blackstar
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A Controller Designed for the "Plug-and-Play" Philosophy of the HT Range
The Blackstar HT series was designed to offer versatile and immediately usable sounds, from clean to saturated, with simple ergonomics. The FS-16 fits this logic: rather than adding a layer of complexity, it allows foot access to the most useful changes on these amps. The result: you play, you change texture at the right moment, without taking your hands off your instrument or leaning over to the control panel.
Unlike a "universal" footswitch, the FS-16 is a dedicated model, optimized to precisely meet the switching needs of compatible HT amps. It's the typical accessory that transforms a compact combo into a true performance tool: clean verse, more biting chorus, or alternating between two voices depending on your model's capabilities.
Who Is the FS-16 For, and In What Contexts Does It Make a Difference?
The Blackstar FS-16 is aimed at all guitarists using an HT amp who want to gain fluidity. In rehearsal, it allows switching from rhythm to lead sound without interrupting playing. In concert, it secures your changes: a clear foot gesture, a sharp response, no hesitation.
It is particularly relevant for styles where the song's dynamics rely on marked contrasts: blues (clean and crunch), rock (rhythm and lead), pop (airy verses / denser choruses), or hard rock when you want to instantly switch from a solid rhythm base to a solo that stands out in the mix. In the home studio, it is also a practical ally to chain takes without getting up, especially if your amp is placed away from the recording station.
Technical specifications
| Effects | Switch | Use | electric guitar |
| Format | Pedal | Color | Black |
| Number of tracks | 2 | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Blackstar FS-16 compatible with all amplifiers?
This model is not universal: it is designed for compatible Blackstar HT amplifiers. The specific compatibility therefore depends on the amplifier model used.
What type of connection does this footswitch use?
The connection is made via a fixed cable terminated with a 6.35 mm TRS jack. This stereo connector allows two commands to be transmitted over a single connection.
How many functions can be controlled with the footswitch?
Two switches allow control of two distinct functions of the compatible amplifier. They can notably be used for channel or voice changes depending on the amplifier's capabilities.
Are the switches momentary or latched?
Both switches use a latched operation. Each press maintains the selected state until the next press.
Does the FS-16 affect the amplifier's sound?
No sound modification is applied, as it is a controller and not an effects pedal. Footswitching allows use of the clean, crunch, or lead sounds offered by the compatible HT amplifier.
