Echo Fix EF-X3 Tolex - Retro Silver
MPN #EF-X3 Tolex Retro Silver
The Echo Fix EF-X3 Desktop with Retro Silver Front Panel blends vintage-inspired aesthetics with the unmatched warmth of analog tape echo. Offering a 100% analog signal path, it combines authentic multi-head delay, lush BBD chorus, and true spring reverb for rich, dimensional sound. Independent playback head outputs enable stereo ping-pong effects from a mono source, while the Sound-On-Sound head unlocks extended creative performance. Built in Australia with a durable metal lid and finished in Retro Silver, the EF-X3 delivers studio-grade reliability, inspiring tone, and timeless style for musicians, producers, and live performers.
Features
Retro Silver scratch-resistant front panel with wood side panels for a vintage-inspired look.Fully analog signal path with analog BBD chorus and spring reverb.Direct playback head outputs for external panning and stereo ping-pong delays from a mono source.Independent Sound On Sound (SOS) head with up to 1.2 seconds of delay time.Four playback heads + SOS head with 7 selectable head mode settings.Auto tape stop circuit preserves tape life when no audio signal is present (switchable at rear).Vintage guitar/line FET preamp with high/low output level switch.Bass and treble EQ controls for shaping the echo tone.Motor ON/OFF switch for creative tape slowdown effects.Direct WET output at rear for reverb/chorus routing.CV inputs (0"5V) for motor speed and feedback control via expression pedals.Remote footswitch compatibility for muting echo, chorus, and reverb.Balanced inputs/outputs, removable metal lid, and worldwide 100"240V power supply.Ships with two tape loops and carries a 2-year warranty.
Specifications
General Specifications
100% analog signal pathAnalog BBD chorus with adjustable rate and depthAnalog spring reverb tankTolex enclosure with Retro Silver finish and wood side panelsIndividual playback head outputs for stereo ping-pong delays from mono sourceIndependent Sound-On-Sound (SOS) head with 1.2-second max delayDirect wet output for reverb/chorus effectsAuto tape stop circuit to preserve tape and motor lifespan (switchable)Motor ON/OFF switch for real-time tape slowdown effectsHigh-quality scratch-resistant front panelRemovable tinted acrylic lidIncludes 2 tape loopsDesigned and built in Australia
Playback Head Configuration
4 tape playback heads + 1 Sound-On-Sound head7 selectable head mode combinations: Head 1, Head 2, Head 3, Head 1 + 2, Head 2 + 3, Head 1 + 3, Head 1 + 2 + 3SOS head can be added to any mode or used on its ownTape speed adjustable between 4 IPS and 15 IPS
Controls and Modulation
Bass and treble tone controls for echo signalCV input for motor speed modulation (0"5V)CV input for feedback level (0"5V)Compatible with expression pedals and control voltagesFront panel preamp with Guitar/Line level selectorHigh/Low switchable output gainMute controls for echo, chorus, and reverb via remote footswitches
Inputs and Outputs
Balanced input and output on rear panelIndividual outputs for Heads 1, 2, and 3Direct wet signal output on rear panelFront-panel input via vintage-style FET preamp
Construction and Design
Tolex-covered wood chassis in Retro SilverDurable wood sidesTinted removable acrylic lidRugged and reliable hardwareWeight: 12 kg
Power and Compatibility
Universal 100"240V power supply includedNo step-down transformer requiredWorks globally out of the box
Included Items
Echo Fix EF-X3 Tolex " Retro Silver2 x tape loopsInternational power supplyUser documentation2-year manufacturer warranty
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