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Peavey 03025630 5-Button MIDI Footswitch Controller

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Peavey 03025630 5-Button MIDI Footswitch Controller

Name: Peavey 03025630 5-Button MIDI Footswitch Controller
Brand: Peavey
SKU: 03025630

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Hands-free preset switching for Peavey's Butcher, MiniMEGA, and XR-AT — five buttons and 25 feet of cable put full MIDI control under your feet on stage.

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Overview

The Peavey 03025630 is a five-button MIDI footswitch controller designed as a dedicated hands-free switching solution for three specific Peavey products: the Butcher amplifier, the MiniMEGA bass amplifier, and the XR-AT powered mixer. In live performance contexts, the value proposition is straightforward — it relocates preset and channel switching from the amplifier's front panel to the floor, where a performer can trigger changes mid-song without interrupting their playing or moving to the amp. The 25-foot cable provides a practical working radius for most stage configurations, and the passive design means there is no battery or power supply to manage. What you gain is reliability: no wireless dropouts, no latency, no pairing — the connection is as direct as a cable can be.

Where the 03025630's design shows its limits is at the edges of a modern live rig. Because it operates on Peavey's proprietary control protocol rather than standard 5-pin MIDI DIN, it cannot be routed through a MIDI splitter, incorporated into a programmable MIDI pedalboard, or used with any device outside the three supported Peavey units. For a performer whose entire live rig centers on one of those three Peavey products, that narrowness is irrelevant — the footswitch does everything it needs to do. For anyone building a multi-amp or multi-device live system, the 03025630 is a single-purpose accessory that cannot grow with the rig. It belongs in the hands of the Butcher, MiniMEGA, or XR-AT owner who wants immediate, dependable stage control and nothing more.

Key Features

Use with Butcher, MiniMEGA and XR-AT

Includes 25' cable

Specifications

Number of Buttons

Compatible Devices

Peavey Butcher, MiniMEGA, XR-AT

Cable Length

25 feet (included)

Connection Type

Proprietary Peavey footswitch jack

Power Required

None (passive)

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

Five discrete buttons provide dedicated access to five independently assignable functions on compatible Peavey units, eliminating tap-and-hold menu navigation during a live performance.
25-foot cable provides sufficient reach for most stage configurations, placing the amplifier backstage or at the side of the stage while the performer works center stage.
Dedicated compatibility with the Butcher, MiniMEGA, and XR-AT ensures the footswitch communicates reliably with those specific units without configuration or mapping setup.
Passive, cable-based design requires no batteries or external power supply — one fewer thing to fail or run out of charge at a gig.

👎 Cons

Compatibility is strictly limited to three specific Peavey models — the Butcher, MiniMEGA, and XR-AT. It cannot be repurposed for any other amplifier, effects processor, or MIDI device, making it a single-purpose accessory.
The footswitch does not use standard 5-pin MIDI DIN protocol, which means it cannot be integrated into a broader MIDI pedalboard or controlled via a MIDI router — limiting its role in complex live rigs.
No indicator LEDs on the buttons to show which preset or channel is currently active — on a dark stage, you're relying on muscle memory or the amplifier's own display to confirm your current state.
At 25 feet, cable length is fixed — users who need a longer run for larger stages or rack-mounted configurations have no upgrade path within this product.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Peavey amplifiers and devices is this footswitch specifically designed to work with?

The 03025630 is validated for use with three specific Peavey products: the Butcher amplifier, the MiniMEGA bass amplifier, and the XR-AT powered mixer. It is not a universal MIDI footswitch — it uses Peavey's proprietary control protocol over the included cable, and it will not function correctly with arbitrary MIDI devices or other manufacturers' amplifiers.

Does this footswitch transmit standard MIDI messages over a 5-pin DIN connection?

No. Despite being described as a MIDI footswitch, the 03025630 connects via the included 25-foot cable to a dedicated footswitch jack on compatible Peavey units — not a standard 5-pin MIDI DIN port. It is not compatible with generic MIDI interfaces, MIDI merge boxes, or DAW MIDI inputs without Peavey-specific hardware in the chain.

What can each of the five buttons control on compatible Peavey units?

Button function depends on the connected device. On the Butcher, buttons typically access channel switching and effects loop engagement. On the MiniMEGA, they control amplifier channels and settings. On the XR-AT, they switch presets and scenes. Consult your specific device's manual for the button mapping, as assignments are defined by the host unit, not the footswitch.

Is the 25-foot cable detachable or hardwired?

The 25-foot cable is included with the unit. Based on the product description, cable configuration should be verified against the physical unit — users performing in larger venues or with complex stage layouts should measure their stage depth against the 25-foot run to ensure it reaches from the amp to the performance position.

Can this footswitch be used at the front of house position or only at the performer's position?

The 25-foot cable length defines the operational radius. It is designed for performer use at stage position relative to the amplifier — not for front-of-house remote operation. For remote control from a mixing position, a different control solution would be required.