Laney FS2 Mini
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The essentials to know about the Laney FS2-MINI footswitch
The essentials to know about the Laney FS2-MINI footswitch
- Double switching : controls up to two functions of your amp (depending on compatibility: channel, reverb, boost, FX, etc.)
- Mini format designed for compact or crowded pedalboards, without sacrificing durability
- Metal construction and high-quality switching components for regular use in rehearsals and on stage
- Status LED + detachable cable included to easily adapt the length to your setup
Manufacturer Information
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A modern foot controller: Laney compactness at the service of your amp
The Laney FS2-MINI follows the logic of "plug and play" footswitches: having essential amp functions at your feet without distracting from playing. While many controllers remain bulky, Laney opts here for a mini version, easier to integrate into a modern pedalboard (or to place in front of a combo), while maintaining true switching reliability thanks to a metal chassis and switches designed to withstand repeated presses.
Who is the FS2-MINI for, and in what contexts does it make a difference?
This footswitch is aimed at any guitarist (beginner, intermediate, pro) who wants to change their sound instantly without letting go of the instrument: switching from clean to drive, activating reverb for a chorus, cutting an onboard effect for a drier verse, etc. In live settings, it secures transitions and avoids reaching for the amp; in studio, it speeds up takes by allowing switching between textures without interrupting the performance. Style-wise, it is versatile: blues, rock, metal, pop, worship, funk... whenever the amp offers two footswitchable functions, the FS2-MINI becomes a real "facilitator" for your rig.
Controls, indicators, and pedalboard integration
The FS2-MINI offers two switches to control two distinct functions via a 6.35mm stereo Jack (TRS) connection. Its mini format helps optimize space, and the detachable cable allows for neat installation (standard or custom length, depending on your setup). A 9V DC power input is provided to power the LEDs : handy on stage to check status at a glance. Note: the footswitch can also be used without power (switching remains operational), with power mainly serving the LEDs depending on how the amp handles (or not) LED power via the footswitch input.
Sound
The Laney FS2-MINI adds no coloration : it does not process the guitar signal like an effects pedal, it simply controls functions. Its impact is felt differently, very concretely: cleaner changes, better synchronized, and a more musical use of the amp's channels/effects. In short, it does not "sound" for you, but it helps you chain the right sounds at the right moment, with a more natural playing dynamic because you stay focused on your touch rather than on settings.
Technical specifications
| Effects | Remote Control, Selector, Switch | Use | electric guitar |
| Format | Pedal | Color | Black |
| Type | sector | ||
| Chassis material | metal | Weight | 0.145 kg |
| Number of footswitches | 2 | Included accessories | detachable 6.35 mm stereo jack cable (TRS), sticker kit |
| Indicators | status LED, dedicated power supply possible | Power supply voltage | 9V DC |
| Output/link | 6.35 mm stereo jack (TRS) | Current consumption | 40 mA |
| Power input | 5.5 x 2.1 mm barrel-type DC connector, center-negative polarity (for the LEDs) | Power supply | not included, required only for the LEDs depending on the configuration |
| Cable | detachable, included, 6.35 mm stereo jack TRS, length 3 m | Battery-free operation | yes |
| Dimensions | 52 mm x 93 mm x 40 mm | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Laney FS2 Mini compatible with all amplifiers?
Connection is made via a 6.35 mm stereo TRS jack and allows controlling two distinct functions. Compatibility therefore depends on the amplifier having a TRS footswitch input designed for two commands.
Does the FS2-MINI require a 9V power supply?
Switching remains functional without external power. A 9 V DC supply, center negative, on a 5.5 x 2.1 mm barrel connector is mainly used for the LEDs; the stated consumption is 40 mA.
Is it possible to change channel and activate an effect with this footswitch?
The two switches can control two amplifier functions, for example channel switching and activating an integrated effect. Their assignment depends on the functions offered by the connected amplifier. No guitar signal processing is performed by the footswitch.
Is the Laney FS2 Mini footswitch cable fixed?
A detachable cable is provided, allowing the use of a length adapted to the setup in front of a combo or on a pedalboard.
Does the FS2-MINI take up a lot of space on a pedalboard?
Its mini size and weight of 0.145 kg make it easy to integrate into a limited space. The metal chassis is designed to withstand repeated stomping.



