The EX amp itself doesn't have enough buttons or options to select all the preset patches you can configure (8) so the pedal is a must have if you want access all the eight presets in the situation where you don't have a computer with the tone studio software attached by usb. Gear4music Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA FRN 706272) and acts as a credit intermediary and not a lender, offering credit products provided by a limited number of finance providers, including Klarna Finanacial Services UK Limited and V12 Retail Finance. It's likely Boss will stop production of the non-EX version (if they haven't already) but you'll be able to find it on the second-hand market.

I should be getting my own GA-FC-EX controller very soon - and I will feed back on my broader experience of that - using a MKII amp with the Tone Studio - and the new Tone Exchange - all coming up in the next few weeks or so! Simultaneously connect two expression pedals (EV-5, FV-500L, and FV-500H are available as optional expression pedals for the GA-FC) for realtime control of volume and drive.If the fault occurs within the first 180 days of your ownership, we'll collect the goods and deliver them back to you free of charge. The GA-FC EX is then connected to the KATANA-100/ARTIST MK2 via FOOT CONTROL1 > GA-FC jack on back of amp.

If you want to keep your hands on your axe at all times, the GA-FC Foot Controller lets you drive Roland and BOSS amps from the floor. You can change the function of each with the footswitch at the end for exceptional control over your rig at all times. Because the GA-FC is universal, the factory markings on the controller may not correlate with your amp. This gives you total creative freedom to alter the sound of your amp while you play - something you can't do without this controller.It comes with a cable included, but if you ever need to replace it, or want to upgrade to something more heavy duty, you can use the BOSS BCC-3-TRA. Please always read the labels, warnings, and directions provided with the product before using or consuming a product.