Which volume pedal?

Fuengi

I just want something that sits in front of my effects pedals and solely controls the volume. Would really rather not have a powered pedal.

Been looking at the Boss FV-50H is this the one to go for? 

viz

I tried so many variations but if what you’re basically after is a foot-controlled master volume then you need either a volume pedal or even just a clean boost, in the loop, after everything else. I use a mini Keeley katana boost and it’s amazing. You can use it to open up the volume for a solo, or the other way round, you can use it to decrease the volume for quiet bits. (I set it to boost rather than attenuate). 

merlin

I have three of these for sale (don't ask).... built like tanks and do the job perfectly. 

http://www.thefretboard.co.uk/discussion/127261/boss-fv-500h-x-3#latest

TheBigDipper

In addition to Roland, I've always found the Ernie Ball VP Jr to work well - in front of drive pedals, like using the volume knob on a guitar. Also built like a tank and never failed on me.

Be careful when buying, though, as some of these pedals can come in different versions for different uses - one for passive pickups, one for active pickups or keyboards. Using the wrong one on a guitar can affect the tone. The makers websites will help here. 

jdgm

Either the Boss FV-50H (plastic) or the FV-500H (steel).

I have both. The plastic one has a smaller 'footprint'.

Both are very rugged and the FV-500H is the 1st thing on my pedalboard.

Wouldn't be without one, worth every penny IMO.

Note that H = High Impedance, which is what you want at the front of a board.

Sporky

I liked my EB vol Jnr. Very smooth.

guitargeek62

EB have the best feel in my experience, I’d like to try a Lehle though. If you change your mind about the powered issue then I’m selling an EB MVP cheap.