In this guide, I will go through a few different MIDI foot controllers and how each one could be used in different guitar rigs.
If you want to learn about converting your guitar into a MIDI signal to access a massive range of tones and effects, find out all about it in this Guide on MIDI Guitar.
MIDI Foot Controllers are only one type of controller you can buy. Learn about different types of DAW Controllers in this guide. If you use a DAW to record, I highly recommend getting yourself a DAW controller.
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There is a big difference in the things you can do and control with a small foot controller compared to a massive foot controller with expression pedals.
If you only want to be able to switch between presets or turn effects on or off, you may not be interested in having an expression pedal.
But don’t make this decision too quickly, as an expression pedal gives you a lot more flexibility in how you control your tone and effects.
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For example, you can use an expression pedal to access wah sounds, control volume levels, or access whammy effects when combined with software such as AmpliTube or BIAS FX. There are a lot of effects that benefit from an expression pedal, so consider whether you may have a use for these effects now or in the future.
You can also use an expression pedal to dynamically control any effect parameter on the fly. For example, you can set the expression pedal to control the feedback setting on a delay pedal. As you roll the pedal, you’ll hear the delay swell in your tone.
Or you can set the expression pedal to control the gain of an overdrive pedal. This means instead of only having your overdrive in either on or off states, you can smoothly adjust how much gain it has at any time by adjusting the expression pedal. You can gradually ramp up the gain during a solo, then lightly roll it off during softer parts.
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Experimenting with an expression pedal to control different effects parameters is one of the best things I’ve done with my guitar rig and I highly recommend it.
If you’re comparing two MIDI foot controllers and one of them allows you to connect an external expression pedal, choose that one. Having the option to connect an expression pedal is far better than needing to buy a completely new controller.
Some foot controllers don’t require power, others will require you to plug the controller to a power supply and others are battery-powered.
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Before you buy a foot controller, take notice of what options you have for power so you know what to plan for with your rig.
There are three ways a MIDI controller can connect to other devices. Make sure you choose the right type of connection to suit your rig.
If a guitar pedal has one or two of these jacks, it means you can control it in some way using a MIDI controller. You’ll have to look at the pedal’s manual to find out what can be controlled as every pedal is different.
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USB: some foot controllers use a USB connection to send the MIDI commands. USB is used when connecting a foot controller to a PC/Mac/Tablet/Smartphone. So if you want to run a guitar rig using a MIDI controller, look for one that offers USB connection. Alternatively, you can use a MIDI to USB cable to connect a non-USB foot controller to your computer.
Bluetooth: if you use a smartphone or tablet, you may prefer to use a MIDI controller that connects via Bluetooth. This saves you from having to use cables and frees up your device’s USB port to connect to an audio interface.
When comparing all of the MIDI foot controllers for guitar in this guide, take note of what type of connections they offer.
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Some MIDI controllers are simple and don’t require any display. If you’ll be using a 4-switch controller to switch between different presets, then you probably won’t need a display.
If you want to use a MIDI controller to control complicated rigs, turn individual effects on or off, or use with software, you’ll probably want a controller with a decent display.
Having a display also makes it easier to program the foot controller. If you’ll be setting up different banks and presets and controlling everything with a foot controller, a decent screen makes a big difference.
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Whether you’re a live performer or you simply jam at home, you may find that you can use a MIDI foot controller to do things that you never considered before.
For example, let’s say you a MIDI-compatible delay pedal and an Eventide H9 in your rig (find out about the Eventide H9 in this review). You can see the H9 has MIDI in and out jacks in the below photo:
A MIDI foot controller allows you to sync up the two pedals in any way you want. You can change the presets on the H9 and make sure that the delay pedal stays in perfect sync with it.
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You can use your MIDI controller to easily jump between different presets on your H9 instead of having to scroll through them using the H9’s two footswitches.
For another example, you can use a MIDI controller to switch between different settings on a DigiTech Whammy DT (link to review). The foot controller can change the whammy’s settings without you needing to bend down and tweak the pedal.
To know whether your pedal is MIDI-compatible, look for a MIDI port as shown on the above Whammy DT. Some pedals may have one MIDI port (to accept MIDI commands), while others may have two MIDI ports (to sync up with other pedals).
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If you have any MIDI-compatible pedals, a MIDI foot controller gives you a way to control all of those pedals at the same time as you see fit.
It is possible today to run a complete guitar rig for live or home without using a guitar amp and replacing it with a computer.
In this guide on connecting a guitar to a PC, I walk through the gear and software needed to run a complete guitar rig using a PC.
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While it’s impressive what you’re able to do with a PC, adding a MIDI foot controller can give you a serious amount of control that isn’t possible with a standard guitar rig.
Being able to control any aspect of your tone and effects with your feet adds so much to a guitar & PC rig. You’re able to do things that most traditional guitar rigs aren’t capable of.
If you want to buy a foot controller to use with your computer, the easiest option is to find one that has a USB connection.
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If you find a foot controller you like but it doesn’t have a USB port, you can still use it with your computer with a suitable adapter.
A DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) is a software package that allows you to have a full recording studio running off of your computer.
While it is easy to control a DAW with a keyboard and mouse, I highly recommend using a MIDI foot controller as well.
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For example, you can set one footswitch to start recording, another footswitch to stop playback, another one to undo and re-record the take, etc.
Being able to instantly stop a recording and record another take with your guitar still in your hands can speed up the recording process. It’s hard to emphasize how useful this can be until you try it out.
You can even use a MIDI foot controller to control a DAW during a live performance. The foot controller can be used to trigger samples, change between guitar effects or presets, or control other plugins to enhance your live sound.
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If you don’t already have a DAW, check out this guide for the Best DAWs for Guitar. The guide will compare some of the most popular DAWs available today and includes tutorials on how to get started with them.
If you’re looking for the best MIDI foot controller at the lowest price, the Behringer FCB1010 packs the most options for the lowest price.
This foot controller costs less than half the price of other similar controllers. For some guitarists, it will be over-the-top, but if you have a rig that would benefit from a large controller like this, it’s a good choice.
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While this foot controller doesn’t have USB, it is possible to connect it to a PC/Mac using a MIDI to USB converter like this one. You’ll see very cheap alternatives available, but I don’t recommend any of them. I’ve gone through a few different cheap versions and none of them worked.
If you use a smartphone or a tablet to run apps such as BIAS FX or AmpliTube, you may want to get a Bluetooth foot controller.
While some of the other foot controllers below can plug into your smartphone or tablet via USB, you may prefer a wireless option.
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These MIDI controllers can be used to control apps such as BIAS FX or AmpliTube, or they can be used with sheet music apps to change pages with your feet.
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