The Yamaha FC5A is a compact and practical sustain footswitch designed for compatible Yamaha keyboards and digital pianos. When connected to a suitable sustain input, it allows notes to continue sounding after the keys are released, providing the familiar sustain function used when playing a piano.
A specially designed rubber base helps the pedal grip the floor and remain in position while you play. Its compact size also makes the FC5A easy to position beneath a keyboard and convenient to transport between home, lessons, rehearsals and performances.
The FC5A features a 5 ft cable with a standard 1/4 inch jack plug. In addition to sustain operation, it can also be used as a momentary footswitch for supported functions on compatible synthesisers, tone modules, drum machines and other Yamaha equipment.
The FC5A is suitable for Yamaha keyboards featuring a compatible sustain pedal connection. Compatibility and available footswitch functions can vary between instruments, so we recommend checking the specifications of your particular model before purchasing.
| Pedal Type | Compact footswitch |
| Primary Function | Sustain |
| Additional Function | Momentary on/off footswitch with compatible equipment |
| Connection | 1/4 inch jack plug |
| Cable Length | 5 ft / approximately 1.5 m |
| Anti-Slip Base | Yes, specially designed rubber underside |
| Colour | Black |
| Suitable For | Compatible Yamaha keyboards, digital pianos and other equipment with a suitable footswitch input |
Q: What is the Yamaha FC5A used for?
A: The Yamaha FC5A is a compact footswitch designed primarily to provide sustain control on compatible Yamaha keyboards and digital pianos.
Q: Which Yamaha keyboards can I use the FC5A with?
A: The FC5A can be used with Yamaha keyboards that support a sustain pedal through a compatible 1/4 inch connection. We recommend checking the specifications of your particular instrument before purchasing.
Q: What connection does the Yamaha FC5A use?
A: The Yamaha FC5A is fitted with a standard 1/4 inch jack plug for connection to a compatible sustain or footswitch input.
Q: How long is the cable on the Yamaha FC5A?
A: The Yamaha FC5A has a 5 ft cable, giving you plenty of length for positioning the pedal comfortably beneath your keyboard.
Q: Will the Yamaha FC5A move around while I am playing?
A: The FC5A features a specially designed rubber underside that helps the pedal grip the floor and stay in position during normal use.
Q: Can the Yamaha FC5A be used for functions other than sustain?
A: Yes. With compatible equipment, the FC5A can also operate as a momentary on/off footswitch for supported functions such as effects or other assignable controls.
Q: What is the difference between the Yamaha FC5A and FC4A?
A: The FC5A is a compact footswitch, while the FC4A uses a larger traditional piano-style pedal design. Both can provide sustain control when used with compatible Yamaha instruments.
