SmartClock Gen3

The Disaster Area Designs SmartClock Gen3 is a compact pedalboard clock source and MIDI controller designed to synchronize multiple time-based effects on a pedalboard. Its features and technical specifications include:

- MIDI input and output with full thru and merge functionality
- Power: 9V DC, 100mA or less
- Dimensions: 4.8” x 2.6” x 1.4” (120mm x 66mm x 35mm)
- Weight: 272.16 grams
- Multi-Jack MIDI support for devices from Chase Bliss Audio, Empress, Alexander, and Meris
- USB port for USB-MIDI or firmware update
- Capable of controlling most pedals and rack units with tap tempo input jack
- Ability to synchronize up to four separate tap-tempo pedals plus multiple MIDI-clock capable units
- Tap tempo control by tapping the footswitch or setting the tempo using the clear knob
- Tempo subdivisions include Quarter Note, Dotted 8th, 8th Note, or Triplet
- Ability to send MIDI program changes
- Preset saving and loading functionality
- MultiJack configuration for tap tempo, remote switching, MIDI output, and footswitch inputs
- MIDI interface mode for connecting to a compatible PC, Mac, or iPad

The SmartClock Gen3 also provides detailed instructions for setting up and configuring the device, including connecting tap tempo outputs, MIDI outputs, and MultiJacks, as well as navigating the setup menu to customize various settings such as MIDI channels, tap tempo configurations, brightness, and more.