Retro Silver front-panel tabletop tape echo with analog BBD chorus, spring reverb, and stereo playback head outputs. Hand-built in Australia for vintage tone and modern reliability
The Echo Fix EF-X3 Desktop with Retro Silver Front Panel combines classic style with modern reliability. Featuring a 100% analog signal path, it delivers lush BBD chorus, authentic spring reverb, and warm multi-head tape delay. Individual playback head outputs allow stereo ping-pong effects from mono sources, while the dedicated Sound-On-Sound head provides extended delay possibilities. Built in Australia with a durable metal lid and a sleek Retro Silver finish, the EF-X3 blends timeless vintage aesthetics with professional-grade performance-perfect for studios and live environments seeking iconic tone and inspiring analog character.
Caractéristiques
Retro Silver scratch-resistant front panel with wood side panels for a vintage look.
100% analog signal path with BBD analog chorus and spring reverb.
Direct playback head outputs for external panning and stereo ping-pong delays from a mono source.
Independent SOS (Sound On Sound) head for extended 1.2s delay times.
Auto tape stop to conserve tape and motor life (switchable).
Four playback heads + SOS head with 7 unique head mode settings.
CV input (0"5V) for motor speed and feedback control via expression pedals.
Vintage guitar/line FET preamp with high/low output level switch.
Bass and treble EQ for shaping echo tone.
Motor ON/OFF switch for tape slowdown effects.
Remote footswitch inputs for muting echo, reverb, and chorus.
Direct WET outputs for reverb/chorus on rear panel.
Balanced inputs/outputs and worldwide 100"240V power supply.
Includes two tape loops, removable metal lid, and 2-year warranty.
Spécifications
General Specifications
100% analog signal path for warm, authentic tone
Analog BBD chorus module
True analog spring reverb
4 playback heads plus dedicated Sound-On-Sound (SOS) head
Individual playback head outputs for stereo ping-pong delay (from mono source)
Auto tape stop when no signal is detected (extend tape and motor life; disable via switch)
Durable metal enclosure with removable lid
Scratch-resistant Retro Silver front panel
Ships with 2 premium-quality tape loops
Echo Section
4 tape playback heads
7 selectable head modes for creative delay combinations
SOS head can be layered or used independently
Max delay time: 1.2 seconds
Tape speed range: 4 IPS to 15 IPS
Bass and treble EQ for echo tone shaping
Motor ON/OFF toggle enables tape slowdown effects
Chorus & Reverb
Analog BBD chorus with rate and depth controls
Real analog spring reverb
Rear WET output for isolated chorus/reverb signal
Supports remote footswitches to mute reverb, chorus, or echo independently
Audio I/O
Balanced XLR input and output (rear panel)
Individual outputs for each playback head (1"3)
Front-panel FET preamp for line or guitar-level input
Output level switch (High/Low) on front panel
Control & CV Integration
CV input for motor speed (0"5V)
CV input for feedback level (0"5V)
Compatible with external expression pedals
Build & Design
Handmade in Australia by Echo Fix
Powder-coated black internal hardware (not chrome)
