Echo Fix EF-X3R Chorus Echo Black
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Echo Fix
EF-X3R Chorus Echo Black
Product Info
Article Number:
595536
Brand:
Echo Fix
Model:
EF-X3R Chorus Echo Black
Category:
Delay/Echo Pedals
Price:
$4,068.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Echo Fix EF-X3R is a seriously impressive piece of kit for players craving that classic, lo-fi tape echo vibe with a touch of chorus and spring reverb. Its analog warmth and hands-on controls make it ideal for experimental musicians, soundtrack composers, and anyone seeking a unique sonic signature – just be prepared to baby that tape!
Product Description
- Echo Fix EF-X3R Chorus Echo Black
- Tape echo with chorus and spring reverb
- Analogue tape echo with four playback heads
- additional analogue chorus based on a ‘bucket brigade’ delay and classic spring reverb
- Automatic tape stop for a longer lifespan of the tape
- Direct ON/OFF: Switches the direct signal on or off
- Motor ON/OFF: Enables the tape drive motor to be switched on and off to achieve the tape stop effect or to increase the lifespan of the tape
- Sound On Sound ON/OFF switch: activates an additional playback head (loop or overdub function)
- Echo ON/OFF: Bypasses the tape circuit for pure use as a reverb with preamp (instrument input)
- Chorus ON/OFF: activates the chorus effect
- Combined jack input for guitar or line signals via FET input stage with 1 MegaOhm impedance
- Balanced direct outputs on TRS jack for playback heads as well as for reverb / chorus signal and direct signal enable individual mixes and further effects
- Balanced XLR input and output
- CV control for motor speed and feedback level
- Pedal inputs for activating chorus or echo / reverb
- Dimensions: 19’ / 3U x 185 mm
- Weight: 12 kg
- Colour: Black
- Includes 2 tape loops
PROS
- • Analog tape echo delivers authentic, warm, and saturated delay tones.
- • FET input stage provides a clean, responsive signal with high impedance.
- • Integrated chorus adds lush, swirling textures complementing the tape echo.
- • Motor ON/OFF switch allows for creative tape stop effects and longevity.
CONS
- • Premium-priced, putting it out of reach for many players.
- • Tape-based design requires occasional tape maintenance and potential replacement.
- • Limited control over chorus parameters – a fixed algorithm.
Product Video
Key Features
Delay Type
Analog Tape Echo with Four Playback Heads
Max Delay Time
Approximately 800ms (based on typical tape speed and head configuration)
Controls
Echo Level, Chorus Level, Tone (Tape EQ), Motor ON/OFF, Sound On Sound, Direct ON/OFF
Tap Tempo
Not present; relies on manual speed adjustments for tempo variation
Bypass Type
True Bypass (affects both delay and reverb circuits)
Power Supply
9V DC, Isolated (center negative) – recommended for optimal motor performance
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Frequently Asked Questions
It enables looping or overdubbing, adding another layer of complexity; however, it significantly reduces maximum delay time.
Yes, like all tape machines, the heads will wear over time, impacting fidelity; expect several years of use with careful handling and occasional cleaning.
The FET input provides a cleaner, more dynamic signal, especially with active pickups, minimizing signal loss and preserving subtle nuances.
