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Description

The Mesa Boogie "Bigfoot" Rectifier Foot Controller is an essential tool for any guitarist looking to maximize the versatility of their Mesa Boogie Rectifier amplifier. This rugged pedal effortlessly toggles between channels and modes, allowing you to seamlessly switch from clean rhythms to high-gain leads without missing a beat. Engineered with durability in mind, the "Bigfoot" features a heavy-duty metal chassis and robust footswitches that are designed to withstand the rigors of both stage and studio environments.

In addition to its solid construction, the "Bigfoot" offers straightforward connectivity, making it an intuitive choice for musicians of any skill level. Its compatibility with various Mesa Boogie Rectifier models ensures that you maintain optimal control over your tone, whether you're performing live or recording in the studio. With clearly labeled switches and a compact design, this foot controller is as easy to use as it is reliable, offering musicians a practical solution for channel switching and effects integration.

Key Features:

  • Designed specifically for Mesa Boogie Rectifier amplifiers
  • Durable metal chassis for long-lasting performance
  • Easy-to-use interface with clearly labeled switches
  • Compatible with multiple Rectifier models
  • Reliable footswitches for seamless channel and mode switching

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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Mesa Boogie "Bigfoot" Rectifier Foot Controller.

Features and functionality

  • Voodoo Lab "Control Switcher" can make the amp "midi" controllable, offering versatility with any midi foot controller.

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  • Joyo PXL-Pro controls 4 amp channels, 4 inline effects, and 4 loop effects; suitable for practice spaces, though potentially less durable for extensive touring.

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  • It's possible to use single or dual button foot switches in the amp's 1/4” jacks for channel, solo, and loop control.

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  • The "Bigfoot Footswitch" uses 7-pin DIN connectors and incorporates 74xx series digital logic ICs, making it more complex than typical footswitches.

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User experience

  • Mesa makes foot controllers in batches; calling them may reveal availability despite online stock status.

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Use cases and applications

  • Independent single latch pedals can be connected directly to Mesa amp channels for customized control setups.

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  • Owner's Manuals from Mesa Boogie offer more detailed guidance than most brands, assisting with complex setups involving their footswitches.

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Comparisons

  • The "Bigfoot Footswitch" is used for the Solo series, while the "Multiwatt Footswitch" serves a different version of Mesa Boogie's Rectifier models.

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Software and compatibility

  • The footswitch is designed for MIDI-controlled switching setups, complicating direct channel switching beyond basic functionality.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Some users find compatibility with the Orange Super Crush door switch for basic channel switching between clean and dirty tones.

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See how Jeff Buckley uses Mesa Boogie "Bigfoot" Rectifier Foot Controller

Jeff Buckley

Guitarist, Singer

Jeff Buckley(band)

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Verified via Jeff Buckley

In the FAQ section of Jeff Buckley's official website, his manager states Buckley and his band used "Mesa Rectifier Switches," possibly Mesa Boogie "Bigfoot" Rectifier Foot Controllers.

See how Seth Morrison uses Mesa Boogie "Bigfoot" Rectifier Foot Controller

Seth Morrison

Guitarist

Skillet

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Verified via YouTube

Seth uses it with his Rectifier, He's got a clean, Lead, Rhythm and solo channels, for example when playing American Noise, he sets the boogie to clean and used the Wampler Plexi drive for a British rock sound

See how Die uses Mesa Boogie "Bigfoot" Rectifier Foot Controller

Die

Guitarist

Dir En Grey

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Verified via Photo

This photo was taken from a Japanese magazine article that featured photos of the entire Dir En Grey rig lineup. In this particular photo we see the rhythm guitarist Die's rack case. On the left side of the article it sites and shows a photo of the Mesa Boogie Triple Rectifier "Bigfoot" Foot Switch.

See how Tomo Milicevic uses Mesa Boogie "Bigfoot" Rectifier Foot Controller

Tomo Milicevic

Guitarist, Bassist

Thirty Seconds to Mars

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Listed in his gear diagram.

See how Phil Palmer uses Mesa Boogie "Bigfoot" Rectifier Foot Controller

Phil Palmer

Guitarist

Iggy Pop

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Verified via Photo

The matching Mesa Boogie Triple Rectifier Footswitch is also used by Phil Palmer for live work.

See how Masahiro Tobita uses Mesa Boogie "Bigfoot" Rectifier Foot Controller

Masahiro Tobita

Guitarist

Envy

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Verified via reddit

Masahiro Tobita uses the Mesa Boogie "Bigfoot" Rectifier Foot Controller, as seen in the bottom right of ENVY's pedalboard setup shared on the guitarpedals subreddit by user Tazmily228.

See how Nobukata Kawai uses Mesa Boogie "Bigfoot" Rectifier Foot Controller

Nobukata Kawai

Guitarist

Envy

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Verified via reddit

In a discussion on Reddit, user Tazmily228 notes that Nobukata Kawai of ENVY (Japan) uses the Mesa Boogie "Bigfoot" Rectifier Foot Controller, as seen near the Telecaster headstock on the band's pedalboard.

See how Dennis van Leeuwen uses Mesa Boogie "Bigfoot" Rectifier Foot Controller

Dennis van Leeuwen

Guitarist, Music Producer

Kane

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Verified via YouTube

@0.49 you can spot his pedalboard; you can spot the footswitch

See how Yoshimitsu Taki uses Mesa Boogie "Bigfoot" Rectifier Foot Controller

Yoshimitsu Taki

Guitarist

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Verified via ギター・マガジンWEB|Guitar magazine

This article on the Guitar Magazine Japan website shows Yoshimitsu Taki's pedalboard with the Mesa Boogie "Bigfoot" Rectifier Foot Controller on it.

Album Usage

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