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The Live Wire LWS21 is a sturdy on/off footswitch for use with amps, effect processors, and any other musical equipment with a 1/4" on/off switch input jack.

In addition to cable products, Live Wire has taken expertise in audio interconnection and applied it toward a variety of tools that assist in common solutions for sound professionals. Encompassing equipment for studio and stage, Live Wire Solutions use the same no-compromise design philosophy used for their cables, with high-quality parts and attention to detail that make them dependable for crucial applications. For answers to your everyday challenges in music, your solution is simple: Live Wire Solutions.
Livewire LWS21 Universal Latching Footswitch
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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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3.85

20 Reviews

75%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Don't make them like they used to
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Most Liked Positive Review

5

Stomp on stomp off

Stomp on, stomp off, works as advertised. I bought it to run the mute function on my Fishman Loudbox 100. The biggest complaint from the chirping section is a short cord. The cord is only 6 feet long but, that problem is easily resolved by purchasing a Livewire 1/4 female x 1/4 female TS coupler, plug in a guitar cable of what ever length you need into one end and the switch into the other and, walla. Done. EX PZ.

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Most Liked Negative Review

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Don't make them like they used to

Got this to start/stop an old drum machine. It broke within a month or so of (almost) daily use. Opening it up, the latching switch had come off of the chassis... was only connected by metal clips it seems. Trying to just put it back in... it snaps in place but pops off again whenever the switch is hit. For something meant to be stomped upon (and mind you I'm playing a piano, so it's not like I'm standing up and stomping) mine was pretty flimsy. I'd recommend paying more for a more solid piece of gear.

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Best Uses
  1. Home Studio6
  2. Amateur Recording3
  3. Outdoor Events / Games3
  4. Performances3
  5. Professional Recording1
Cons
  1. Limited Functions1
  2. Weak1
  3. Doesn't have a custom carry case for gigs1
  4. Solo button does not mute monitor speakers1
  5. Cord length is useless1
Describe Yourself
  1. Professional Musician5
  2. Novice4
  3. Experienced3
Pros
  1. Easy To Use9
  2. Portable2

Reviewed by 20 customers

  • Maybe.

    2

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byJim

    fromTulsa, Oklahoma

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Using it on Fender Mustang 1 practice amp.

  • Very simple

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byJay

    fromWhittier, CA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Easy to use, very light. If all you're looking for is a cheap, portable footswitch, it'll do the job.

  • I would buy this product again.

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byLydel

    fromPawtucket, RI

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I use this product for gigs. It allows me to shut off effects after a song while I speak to the audience. It's a simple on/off switch that does its job.

  • I would recommend this product.

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byLydel

    fromPawtucket, RI

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I use this product for gigs. Although general, I love that it has effects such as reverb. Really changes the vocal sound for the better.

  • Great footswitch.

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byDoug

    fromLindsay,OK

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I am using this with my Boss JHS Angry driver JB2. This footswitch is doing what it is supposed to do and doing it well. I have a couple of these footswitches and that is why I bought another one. They haven't failed me yet.

  • Don't make them like they used to

    2

    submitted2 years ago

    byWalter

    fromNYC

    Got this to start/stop an old drum machine. It broke within a month or so of (almost) daily use. Opening it up, the latching switch had come off of the chassis... was only connected by metal clips it seems. Trying to just put it back in... it snaps in place but pops off again whenever the switch is hit. For something meant to be stomped upon (and mind you I'm playing a piano, so it's not like I'm standing up and stomping) mine was pretty flimsy. I'd recommend paying more for a more solid piece of gear.

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  • submitted3 months ago

    asked byHari

    fromChicagoland, IL

    Will this work to turn on/off chorus or reverb or distortion on a Roland JC-55, JC-77 or JC-120 amp from the 80's?

    Will this work to turn on/off chorus or reverb or distortion on a Roland JC-55, JC-77 or JC-120 amp from the 80's?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, the Livewire LWS21 Universal Latching Footswitch should work to turn effects on/off (such as chorus, reverb, or distortion) on vintage Roland JC-55, JC-77, or JC-120 amps from the 1980s — as long as the amp uses latching (not momentary) footswitch control and has a standard 1/4" footswitch jack for each effect. Here’s the breakdown: Roland JC-120, JC-77, JC-55 (1980s models) generally have 1/4" footswitch jacks labeled for chorus, reverb, and sometimes distortion. These jacks typically expect a latching (on/off toggle) footswitch, which the Livewire LWS21 provides. The LWS21 has a latching mechanism, meaning it toggles between on and off states — exactly what these amps need. It connects via a 1/4" TS plug, which is standard for these footswitch inputs. One LWS21 controls one function. So, to switch both chorus and reverb, you’d need two LWS21s (or a dual footswitch with separate plugs).

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byDavid

    fromChicopee, MA

    Will this switch work for a dual channel Hiwatt head to switch back and forth from the clean channel to the lead/distortion channel?

    Will this switch work for a dual channel Hiwatt head to switch back and forth from the clean channel to the lead/distortion channel?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, it will.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byCarl

    fromNashville, TN

    Would this work as a sub bypass on/off pedal in a stereo mix situation?

    Would this work as a sub bypass on/off pedal in a stereo mix situation?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    We need a little more information to better help you.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byMike

    fromGeorgia

    Will this work with a marshall avt50 combo amp?

    Will this work with a marshall avt50 combo amp?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, it will.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byChuck

    fromundisclosed

    Will this work with a Fender Rumble 500 to turn Overdrive On & Off?

    Will this work with a Fender Rumble 500 to turn Overdrive On & Off?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes it will work.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byadolfo

    fromSutter Creek, CA

    will this work on a EVH LBX-S-2 amp (lunchbox)

    will this work on a EVH LBX-S-2 amp (lunchbox)

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes it will.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byDavid

    fromEscondido

    Can this lower volume to a set level temporarily? On amp playing music through aux port?

    Can this lower volume to a set level temporarily? On amp playing music through aux port?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No. The LWS21 is a latching switch - it has only the ability to switch on and off.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byAaron

    fromBeavercreek Ohio

    Does this foot switch work with a fender frontman 25r?

    Does this foot switch work with a fender frontman 25r?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, the LWS21 will work with your Fender.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byBrent

    fromMcCall, ID

    Will this work for the Gamma G25 amp?

    Will this work for the Gamma G25 amp?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byPablo

    fromAustin, Texas

    Will this work with an Alexis Drum Machine SR16

    Will this work with an Alexis Drum Machine SR16

    Open Reply - Thomas
    We need a little more information to better answer your question. Please give us a call 877 687 5403.
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