Tascam RC-3F Footswitch

The TASCAM RC-3F is a wired three-pedal footswitch designed for hands-free control of compatible TASCAM recorders, players and digital Portastudios.

Depending on the connected product, the three pedals can control functions such as play, pause, stop, record, punch-in/out, track navigation, looping, fast-forward and rewind. The exact functions are assigned through the settings of the connected TASCAM device.

Key Features

• Three-pedal wired footswitch
• Hands-free control of compatible TASCAM products
• Large centre pedal with two smaller side pedals
• Functions assigned by the connected recorder or player
• Supports playback, recording and punch-in/out functions on selected models
• Fixed 3.9 m connection cable
• 2.5 mm TRS remote-control plug
• Battery-status indicator
• Powered by two AA batteries
• No separate AC adapter required
• Durable design suitable for studio and field use

Available Control Functions

Available functions depend on the connected TASCAM product and can include:

• Play and pause
• Play and stop
• Record
• Stop
• Punch-in and punch-out
• Rewind
• Fast-forward
• Previous or next track
• Looping
• Track increment
• Slate-tone activation
• Pitch adjustment
• Cue or locate control

For example, compatible DR-series recorders can assign different functions to the left, centre and right pedals through the recorder’s remote-control settings.

Connection

• Connector: 2.5 mm TRS plug
• Tip: Signal
• Ring: Ground
• Sleeve: Ground
• Cable length: 3.9 m
• Output format: UART control signal
• Transmission rate: 9600 bps