The first generation of switchers were soldered and assembled  in the course of 1999. Even these early models incorporated relays for the switching function, activated by a discrete logic control. The following year Lehle developed an innovative housing style with an integrated button mechanism that set new standards for robustness and reliability and made it possible to produce larger numbers without sacrificing quality.
Following the official market launch in 2001, this new generation of switchers is now available internationally from a selected range of importers and specialist outlets. Very pleasingly, several well-known guitarists have heard about the advantages they offer and now use Lehle switchers on a regular basis.