Retro Silver EF-X3 Chorus Echo with analog BBD chorus, spring reverb, stereo playback outputs, and authentic tape delay warmth. Hand-built in Australia for reliability.
The Echo Fix EF-X3 Desktop with Silver Front Panel delivers the iconic warmth and character of tape echo, enhanced with modern reliability. Featuring a 100% analog signal path, it combines authentic multi-head delay, lush BBD chorus, and true spring reverb for spacious, musical textures. Independent playback head outputs allow creative stereo ping-pong effects from mono sources, while the Sound-On-Sound head expands performance possibilities. Built in Australia with a rugged metal lid and finished in classic Silver, the EF-X3 offers inspiring sound, premium build quality, and timeless style for studios and live setups alike.
Caractéristiques
Silver finish front panel with classic wood sides.
100% analog signal path with analog BBD chorus and spring reverb.
Four playback heads plus independent SOS head with up to 1.2s delay time.
7 head mode combinations for versatile echo textures.
Direct playback head outputs for external panning and stereo ping-pong delay from a mono source.
Vintage guitar/line FET preamp with high/low output switch.
Bass and treble EQ for shaping echo tone.
Auto tape stop circuit (extends tape & motor life; can be disabled via rear switch).
Motor ON/OFF switch for real-time tape slowdown effects.
Direct wet output for reverb/chorus routing.
CV inputs (0"5V) for motor speed and feedback level via expression pedals.
Remote footswitch support for independent muting of echo, reverb, and chorus.
Balanced inputs and outputs.
Scratch-resistant front panel and removable metal lid.
Includes two tape loops.
Rugged, road-ready build, 12 kg weight.
Comes with a worldwide-compatible 100"240V power supply.
Spécifications
General Specifications
100% analog signal path for echo, chorus, and spring reverb
Analog BBD chorus with independent rate and depth controls
Authentic analog spring reverb tank
Playback head outputs for stereo ping-pong delay from mono source
Sound-On-Sound (SOS) mode with extended delay time (1.2 seconds)
Auto tape stop function to preserve tape and motor (can be disabled)
Motor ON/OFF switch for creative tape slowdown effects
Classic Silver scratch-resistant front panel with Tolex enclosure and wood side panels
Removable tinted acrylic lid
Supplied with 2 tape loops
Built and supported by Echo Fix in Australia
2-year warranty for pre-sale buyers
Playback Head Modes
4 playback heads + SOS head
7 echo configurations: Head 1, Head 2, Head 3, Head 1 + 2, Head 2 + 3, Head 1 + 3, Head 1 + 2 + 3
SOS head can be used alone or layered over echo modes
Tape speed adjustable between 4 IPS and 15 IPS
Audio Control
Bass and treble EQ knobs for echo tone shaping
CV control for motor speed and feedback level (0"5V)
Vintage-style Guitar/Line input preamp on front panel
Switchable high/low output level on front panel
Footswitch jacks to mute echo, chorus, and reverb independently
Connectivity
Balanced input and output (rear panel)
Direct WET output (rear panel) for reverb and chorus
