Rack-mounted EF-X3R with Retro Silver front panel delivers authentic tape echo with analog BBD chorus, spring reverb, stereo playback outputs, and unmatched reliability.
The Echo Fix EF-X3R Rackmount with Silver Front Panel is a professional-grade tape echo unit that fuses vintage warmth with modern reliability. Featuring a 100% analog signal path, it combines authentic multi-head tape delay with lush BBD chorus and true spring reverb for unmatched sonic depth. The rackmount design includes a sliding drawer system for quick tape replacement, while independent playback head outputs allow stereo ping-pong effects from mono sources. Built in Australia with precision craftsmanship, the EF-X3R in Silver delivers inspiring tone, studio-ready reliability, and timeless style for demanding musicians, producers, and live engineers.
Caractéristiques
Silver finish front panel with 3RU rack-mount design.
Sliding drawer system for quick tape replacement.
100% analog signal path with BBD chorus (rate & depth controls) and spring reverb.
Four playback heads plus independent SOS head with up to 1.2s delay.
Seven head mode combinations, plus Sound-on-Sound functionality.
Direct playback head outputs for creating stereo ping-pong effects from mono sources.
Vintage guitar/line FET preamp with high/low output switch.
Bass and treble EQ for shaping echo tone.
Direct wet output for reverb/chorus.
Balanced I/O for professional integration.
CV control (0"5V) for motor speed and feedback level via compatible expression pedals.
Motor ON/OFF switch for tape slowdown effects.
Remote footswitch support for independent muting of echo, reverb, and chorus.
Auto tape stop circuit (extends tape & motor life, with disable option).
Scratch-resistant panel and robust construction.
Includes two tape loops.
Comes with worldwide-compatible 100"240V power supply.
Weight: 12 kg.
Spécifications
General Specifications
Chorus Echo with BBD Analog Chorus & Spring Reverb
Color: Silver Front Panel
Form Factor: 3RU 19" Rack Mount with Sliding Drawer System
100% analog signal path for delay, chorus, and spring reverb
Analog BBD chorus with adjustable rate and depth
True analog spring reverb
Vintage-style tape echo with self-oscillation capabilities
Designed, built, and supported in Australia
Rack-Specific Design
3RU 19" rackmount format
Integrated sliding drawer for quick tape loop replacement
High-quality scratch-resistant Silver front panel
Designed for professional studio or live rack environments
Audio Features
Four playback heads including SOS (Sound-On-Sound)
Seven head mode combinations: Head 1, Head 2, Head 3, Head 1 + 2, Head 2 + 3, Head 1 + 3, Head 1 + 2 + 3
Independent SOS activation for extended delays up to 1.2 seconds
Motor ON/OFF switch for tape slowdown effects
Bass and treble EQ controls for shaping echo tone
Self-oscillation with feedback control for creative effects
Connectivity
Individual playback head outputs for external stereo ping-pong panning
Direct wet output (rear) for chorus/reverb
Balanced input and output (rear panel)
Front panel guitar/line input with vintage FET preamp
Switchable high/low output level (front panel)
CV control input for motor speed and feedback (0"5V range)
Remote footswitch inputs for muting echo, reverb, and chorus
Tape System
Built-in auto tape stop when no signal is detected (can be disabled)
Adjustable tape speed from 4 IPS to 15 IPS
Comes with 2 tape loops pre-supplied
Power: Global 100"240V power supply (no transformer required)
