The Analog Endeavors AUX3 Controller is a small external controller for effects pedals, aimed at players who want foot control of presets and banks without getting into MIDI. Analog Endeavors frames it directly: "Looking for external control without having to jump into MIDI?" It carries three silent, soft switches tied to a TRS cable, and lists at $49.95 USD1.
The switches and jacks
The AUX3 is deliberately simple. There are no menus, no MIDI channels and no power supply to think about: the controller draws what it needs over the TRS cable from the pedal it is plugged into. The hardware breaks down like this12:
- Three footswitches, described by the maker as silent, soft switches tied to a TRS cable1
- On the Colors version, soft-touch switches with the center switch raised for easy access2
- Neutrik jacks on the Colors version2
- A 1/4" TRS cable is required to operate, sold separately1
A standard TS patch cable will not work. Analog Endeavors states that the pedal connects to the effect pedal via a TRS cable, not a standard TS patch cable, and that the cable is sold separately2. Make sure you have a TRS cable before the unit arrives.
Versions: AUX3S and AUX3AE
The AUX3 comes in two versions, and the difference is which pedals they talk to1:
| Version | Works with | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| AUX3S | Strymon Timeline, BigSky, Mobius only | Labeled "AUX3S - STRYMON ONLY"; does not work like the newer Multi Switch Plus12 |
| AUX3AE | Other compatible pedals | The alternative version in the AUX3 range1 |
On the AUX3S, the switches give you preset and bank control over a Strymon pedal. The maker describes the BANK mode this way: "BANK - scrolls banks w/ center button to cycle through presets within that bank"1. In practice, the outer switches move you between banks and the raised center button steps through the presets inside the bank, so the full preset list of a Timeline, BigSky or Mobius is reachable from the floor.
Analog Endeavors cautions that the AUX3S "does NOT work like the newer Multi Switch Plus"1. If you are replacing a Strymon Multi Switch Plus, expect different behavior, not a one-for-one swap.
Availability
As of 26 October 2026, both the standard AUX3 Controller and the Colors version are listed as Sold Out on the maker's product pages12. Analog Endeavors lists a current lead time of 2 to 3 weeks1, which is the wait the maker quotes for units.
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Questions
Is the Analog Endeavors AUX3 a MIDI controller?
No. Analog Endeavors positions the AUX3 for players looking for external control without having to jump into MIDI. It is a simple external controller for effects pedals: three footswitches that send switching commands to a compatible pedal over a TRS cable, with no MIDI mapping, channels or programming involved.
What cable does the AUX3 need?
All AUX3 models require a 1/4-inch TRS cable to operate, and the cable is sold separately. A standard TS patch cable will not work: the pedal connects to the effect pedal via a TRS cable, so it is worth making sure you have the right cable on hand before the controller arrives.
Does the AUX3S work with pedals other than Strymon?
No. The AUX3S version is built for the Strymon Timeline, BigSky and Mobius only, and Analog Endeavors labels it STRYMON ONLY. The maker also notes that it does not work like the newer Multi Switch Plus, so it is not a drop-in replacement for that device. The AUX3AE version is the alternative for other pedals.
How many footswitches does the AUX3 have?
The AUX3 has three footswitches. Analog Endeavors describes them as silent, soft switches tied to a TRS cable. On the Colors version the switches are soft-touch, with the center switch raised for easy access.
How does Bank mode work on the AUX3S?
In BANK mode, the outer switches scroll through banks, and the center button cycles through the presets within the selected bank. That gives you access to the full preset list of a Timeline, BigSky or Mobius without touching the pedal itself.
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- Analog Endeavors, Analog Endeavors
- Analog Endeavors, Analog Endeavors
