J?rgen Sch?neberg wrote: > I 'm looking for a linux software to play soundfiles controlled by > a footswitch on the serial port. (just possible to control start, rewind, > stop) . > > Usually I'm using jack/ardour but haven't seen the possibility to use a > footswitch to control the software. > > Even a howto for using a footswitch as an input device for a perl script would > be very helpful. You can use a MIDI controller (like the M-Audio Evolution controller), which uses the usb-midi interface to control things like transport, sliders, etc. I bet there are foot-switch controllers than can be used as MMC or MTC masters also. -- Rule of Feline Frustration: When your cat has fallen asleep on your lap and looks utterly content and adorable, you will suddenly have to go to the bathroom.