About This Item
Description
The Hotone Ampero Control EC-4 turns any Ampero-family processor into a full pedalboard controller, with four assignable footswitches, 100 banks, MIDI OUT/THRU, and Bluetooth MIDI to Ampero II Stage.
Which Hotone footswitch or controller do you need?
| Model | Footswitches | MIDI | Expression input | Power | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ampero Switch | 2 momentary | No | No | Passive, none required | Ampero, Ampero One, Ampero Mini, Ampero II Stomp, Ampero Control |
| Ampero Switch+ (FS-2) | 2 momentary | No | No | Passive, none required | Ampero II Stomp, Ampero II Stage, Ampero II |
| Ampero Control (EC-4) | 4 assignable | Yes – MIDI OUT/THRU + Bluetooth MIDI | 2 × EXP/CTRL, max 10 kΩ | 9–18V DC or 5V USB | Program changes, banks, and expression routing across the Ampero family |
| Pulze Control (EC-2) | 2 assignable | Yes – Bluetooth, USB-C, TRS jack | 1 × CTRL/MIDI, max 25 kΩ | Built-in rechargeable battery, 12h | Cable-free control of a Pulze amp, or a 25 kΩ expression pedal |
If your host device only needs two extra momentary switches on a cable, choose Ampero Switch (for Ampero, Ampero One, Ampero Mini, or Ampero II Stomp) or Ampero Switch+ (for Ampero II Stomp, Ampero II Stage, or Ampero II) – both include an 80 cm TRS cable. If you need banks, program changes, or MIDI routing, step up to Ampero Control (EC-4) for wired/Bluetooth control of Ampero-family units, or Pulze Control (EC-2) for wireless, battery-powered control of a Pulze amp.
Why guitarists choose the Ampero Control
- Four footswitches with four documented footswitch modes give you far more live control than a passive dual footswitch, including bank navigation across 100 banks (00-99).
- Dedicated official guide for the Ampero family: "How To Use With Ampero Family Products" documents wiring Ampero Control's MIDI OUT/THRU into an Ampero's MIDI IN, plus dedicated USE WITH AMPERO SWITCH and USE WITH AMPERO PRESS sections.
- Two EXP/CTRL jacks accept expression pedals up to 10 kΩ max pot resistance or momentary footswitches, so Ampero Press and Soul Press II are drop-in compatible.
- Wireless option: Ampero II Stage can be paired with Ampero Control over Bluetooth (hold footswitch 2+3 on Ampero Control, then select it in Stage's Search Device menu) – no MIDI cable required for that pairing.
- Flexible power: runs from 9-18V DC or 5V via USB, so it fits whatever supply is already on your board.
Controls and switches
- 4 footswitches – assignable, with four documented footswitch working modes.
- Screen – shows current bank/patch and mode.
- 100 banks (00-99) – navigate large patch libraries without scrolling one at a time.
- 2 x EXP/CTRL jacks – accept expression pedals (max 10 kΩ) or momentary footswitches.
- Recessed Reset button – SIM-needle reset for troubleshooting.
- Bluetooth pairing (hold footswitch 2+3) – wireless MIDI pairing with Ampero II Stage.
Power and pedalboard compatibility
Runs on 9-18V DC centre negative, or 5V DC via USB, drawing a maximum of 100 mA. Bluetooth working range is officially stated as ≤5 m. Compatible expression pedal maximum pot resistance is 10 kΩ on both EXP/CTRL jacks.
Technical specifications
| Model | Ampero Control (EC-4) |
| Product class | Bluetooth MIDI Controller |
| Footswitches | 4, assignable, 4 modes |
| Banks | 100 (00-99) |
| Expression input | 2 x EXP/CTRL, max 10 kΩ |
| MIDI | MIDI OUT/THRU (wired) plus Bluetooth MIDI |
| Power | 9-18V DC centre negative, or 5V DC via USB; max 100 mA |
| Wireless range | ≤5 m |
| Dimensions | 25.85 x 5.55 x 4.9 cm |
| Weight | 440 g |
FAQ
Which Ampero devices does Ampero Control officially support? Hotone's dedicated "How To Use With Ampero Family Products" guide documents wiring MIDI OUT/THRU into Ampero's MIDI IN; Ampero II Stomp's manual calls its MIDI IN "Perfect for Ampero Control"; and Ampero II Stage can be paired over Bluetooth.
What is the maximum expression pedal resistance it supports? 10 kΩ on both EXP/CTRL jacks – matching Ampero Press, Soul Press II, Wong Press, Tuner Press, and Ampero II Press, all of which use a 10 kΩ expression pot.
Can I use Ampero Switch with Ampero Control? Yes, Hotone's official guide includes a dedicated USE WITH AMPERO SWITCH section describing connection via either EXP/CTRL jack as external MIDI footswitches.
Does it need a power adapter or can I run it from USB? Both are supported: 9-18V DC via the DC jack, or 5V DC via USB, drawing a maximum of 100 mA.
How does Bluetooth pairing with Ampero II Stage work? Hold footswitches 2 and 3 on Ampero Control to enter pairing mode, then select Ampero Control from Ampero II Stage's Search Device menu.
How many banks can I store? 100 banks, numbered 00 through 99.
Works well with
Ampero Press (SP-30), Ampero Switch, Ampero II Stomp (MP-300), Ampero II Stage (MP-380)