Beyond the Average
- Playability equivalent to the top series
- Multi-sensor pads and 360° cymbals
- Innovative Tru-Motion™ hi-hat pedal
- Independent stands
- Aesthetic design from basic model
The NexGen Standard
(2020 Model)
Kick pedals are not included.
EFNOTE 3 (2020) : The NexGen Standard
All-Around Capability
- EFNOTE certified sound quality
- Full stereo drum/cymbal sounds
- Supports a wide range of music genres
- USB Audio/MIDI, Bluetooth, Remote App available
- Easy operation with touch screen
- Flexible pad expandability
Drums & Cymbals
Monocoque Drum Shells
- 10 x 3.5" and 12 x 4", 6 lugs, 2ply mesh drum heads
- Monocoque FRP shell for stiffness and durability
- Multi-sensor for hotspotless and high-resolution sounding
Independent Side-Rim
- Easy, intuitive and reliable
- No switch operation required
- Elegant arc design
Suspended Tom Mount
- Softer striking feel and less rebound
- Anti-crosstalk vibration
Comfy Strike-Feel Kick
- Low rebound fabric head
- Angle-adjustable kick pedal attachment
- Stable multi-sensing for single/double beater(s)
- Rugged spars with rubber/spike tips
3-Zone 360° Cymbals
- 2x 14" crash cymbal, 3-zone (bow/edge/cup)
- 1x 16" ride cymbal, 3-zone (bow/edge/cup)
- Multi-sensored 360° play/choke area
- 360° free-swinging design
- Responsive thin edge
Beautiful Cymbal Surface
- Elegant warm-gray surface with fine engravings
- Clean silicone rubber surface that is resistant to drumstick marks
Tru-Motion™ Hi-Hat Pedal
- Inertia weight simulation technology
- Precision optical sensing
- Open-close stroke gap adjustment
- Spring tension adjustment
- Dedicated non-skid rubber grip
λ (Lambda) Tripods
- Easy and flexible setup with independent rack stand design
- Stable metal tripod stands
Sound Module
Ultra-Compact Sound Module
- Ultra-small form factor with uncompromised features
- Metal chassis and aluminum finish
- High quality DAC and audio circuit
- High power headphone amplifier
- Touch screen intuitive user interface
ELISE™ Sensing Processor
- Capturing drummer's intentions from each stroke
- Low latency, wide dynamic-range, consistent and stable sensing
- Optimized for EFNOTE multi-sensor drum/cymbal/hi-hat pads
Full-Scale Acoustic Sound
- Full stereo acoustic drum/cymbal samples recorded by EFNOTE
- Tru-Aco™ sound technology provides real drum/cymbal sound behaviors
- Raw sound without resynthesis
For Training
- Multi-function metronome with beat LED indicator
- Built-in metronome speaker for daily training without headphones
- On-board drum recording function (15 tracks)
- Stroke Analyzer
- Rhythm Box feature provides over 90 basic drum beats
For Recording
- USB 8-ch individual audio outputs with Mac / Windows (ASIO)
- USB 2-ch audio inputs for playback
- Analog 4-ch audio outputs
- USB MIDI in/out with individual MIDI channels
- MIDI output (5-pin DIN)
For Small Gigs
- Setlist feature enables you to configure kit order with tempo for each song
- Kick and Snare can be output individually with analog 4-ch outputs
- Click and Audio-In can be assigned only for headphones
- High-power headphones output
- MIDI output (5-pin DIN)
Stroke Analyzer
- "Stroke Scope" displays your strike points on time-line
- "Accuracy Score" estimates your strike accuracy
Sound Edit
- Tuning, Muffling, 2-band EQs for each pad
- Pad layer function can overlay two sounds
- User Inst Library enables you to store 128 customized instruments
- On-board reverb
- Dedicated level control screen
Flexible Audio Routing
- 10-ch output buses
- Flexible output routing for each pad
- Output assignable click
- Output: 4-ch analog / 8-ch USB
- Input: Analog / Bluetooth / 2-ch USB
Bluetooth®
- Bluetooth audio-in provides you to play along with Spotify™ / YouTube™ with your smartphone
- Bluetooth MIDI
- EFNOTE Tools App for control remotely
Various Optional Components
- Full compatible various Optional Components
- Off-the-shelf drum hardware available
EFNOTE Tools App
EFNOTE Tools
- Carry Data with You
You can backup, restore, and share drum kit data and trigger settings with your smartphone.
EFNOTE Tools
- Get New Drum Kits
Visit the official Kit Library to get the new drum kit data.
There you will surely find ideas that inspire your creativity.
EFNOTE Tools
- Adjust Remotely
For small gigs, drummers often cannot rely on FOH engineers.
Now you can remotely adjust the each pad level while playing back your beat with the built-in recorder.
EFNOTE Tools
- Swap Sounds
The Swap feature makes it easy to swap each sound of toms or cymbals.
It helps you changing the set up and editing kits.
Gallery
Product images are for illustration purposes only, actual products may vary.
In some countries, the specifications and configuration shown may vary.
Items shown in the photos such as kick pedal, hi-hat stand, drum throne, sticks, headphones, smartphone and computer are not included.
Other models or customized setups are shown for some images.
Some technologies and designs are patented or under patent pending.
Company names, brand names, etc. appearing in photos are registered trademarks or trademarks of the respective companies.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc..
EFNOTE 3 (2020) Videos
EFNOTE 3 / EFNOTE 3X Preset Drum Kit Sound
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| STUDIO F | |
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| ROCKIN ROAD TRIP | |
| FunQ | |
| First Note | |
| HIT PARADE | |
| Speed Star | |
| Recording | |
| Great Strokes | |
| THOUSANDS of AUDIENCE | |
| Neo Classic | |
| SPLASH | |
| Z & B | |
| Coated Medium | |
| Maple Shells | |
| Birch Shells | |
| ENCORE | |
Reproducing all or any part of the contents is prohibited.
Available Trigger Inputs for Expansion
Customize Examples
Items required:
- 1x Tom Pad 12": EFD-T12P-WS
- 1x Tom Mount: EFD-TM3
Use the TOM 4 cable.
Crash 1 Cup is not supported with this setup.
Items required:
- 1x Hi-Hat Cymbals 14": EFD-H14
Use the 12” hi-hat cymbal as the 3rd crash cymbal with the CRASH 3 cable.
Crash 2 Cup is not supported with this setup.
The hi-hat control pedal will not be used.
Use only the HH CTRL cable for the 14" hi-hat cymbal (the HIHAT cable will not be used).
A hi-hat stand is not included.
Optional Shells
Tom Pad 10"
EFD-T10P-WS
- Size: 10 x 3.5"
- Shell: FRP
- Finish: White Sparkle
- Zone: Head / Rim
- Sensor: Multi
- Head: Double-layered mesh
- Connector: Head/Rim (TRS Phones)
- Features: Monocoque drum shell, Colored hoop rubber, Suspended tom mount
Rod Mount (φ9.5 -- φ12.0 mm)
Tom Pad 12"
EFD-T12P-WS
- Size: 12 x 4"
- Shell: FRP
- Finish: White Sparkle
- Zone: Head / Rim
- Sensor: Multi
- Head: Double-layered mesh
- Connector: Head/Rim (TRS Phones)
- Features: Monocoque drum shell, Colored hoop rubber, Suspended tom mount
Rod Mount (φ9.5 -- φ12.0 mm)
Optional Cymbals
Ride Cymbal 20"
EFD-C20
- Size: 20" / 51 cm
- Color: Warm gray
- Use: Ride cymbal
- Zone: Bow / Edge / Cup
- Sensor: Multi (360° flat sensing + choke)
- Connector: Bow/Edge, Cup (2x TRS Phones)
- Features: Weight simulation, Hammered texture surface with fine engravings
Standard Cymbal 18" Dark
EFD-C18-D
- Size: 18" / 45 cm
- Color: Dark gray
- Use: Ride cymbal / Crash-Ride cymbal
- Zone: Bow / Edge / Cup
- Sensor: Multi (360° flat sensing + choke)
- Connector: Bow/Edge, Cup (2x TRS Phones)
- Features: Weight simulation, Fine engraved surface
Standard Cymbal 18"
EFD-C18
- Size: 18" / 45 cm
- Color: Warm gray
- Use: Ride cymbal / Crash-Ride cymbal
- Zone: Bow / Edge / Cup
- Sensor: Multi (360° flat sensing + choke)
- Connector: Bow/Edge, Cup (2x TRS Phones)
- Features: Weight simulation, Fine engraved surface
Standard Cymbal 16"
EFD-C16
- Size: 16" / 40 cm
- Color: Warm gray
- Use: Crash cymbal
- Zone: Bow / Edge / Cup
- Sensor: Multi (360° flat sensing + choke)
- Connector: Bow/Edge, Cup (2x TRS Phones)
- Features: Weight simulation, Fine engraved surface
Standard Cymbal 14"
EFD-C14
- Size: 14" / 35 cm
- Color: Warm gray
- Use: Crash cymbal / Mini-China cymbal
- Zone: Bow / Edge / Cup
- Sensor: Multi (360° flat sensing + choke)
- Connector: Bow/Edge, Cup (2x TRS Phones)
- Features: Weight simulation, Fine engraved surface
Standard Cymbal 12"
EFD-C12
- Size: 12" / 30 cm
- Color: Warm gray
- Use: Splash cymbal / Mini-China cymbal
- Zone: Bow / Edge / Cup
- Sensor: Multi (360° flat sensing + choke)
- Connector: Bow/Edge, Cup (2x TRS Phones)
- Features: Weight simulation, Fine engraved surface
China Cymbal 18"
EFD-C18CH
- Size: 18" / 45 cm
- Color: Dark gray
- Use: China cymbal
- Zone: Bow / Edge
- Sensor: Multi (360° flat sensing + choke)
- Connector: Bow/Edge (TRS Phones)
- Features: STAK™, Weight simulation, Hammered texture surface with fine engravings
Effect Cymbal 17"
EFD-C17FX
- Size: 17" / 43 cm
- Color: Dark gray
- Use: Crash cymbal / Effect cymbal
- Zone: Bow / Edge
- Sensor: Multi (360° flat sensing + choke)
- Connector: Bow/Edge (TRS Phones)
- Features: STAK™, Weight simulation, Hammered texture surface with fine engravings
Splash Cymbal 8"
EFD-C08
- Size: 8" / 20 cm
- Color: Warm gray
- Use: Splash cymbal
- Zone: Bow / Edge
- Sensor: Multi (360° flat sensing + choke)
- Connector: Bow/Edge (TRS Phones)
- Features: Weight simulation, Fine engraved surface
Hi-Hat Cymbals 14"
EFD-H14
- Size: 14" / 35 cm
- Color: Warm gray
- Zone: Bow / Edge / Cup
- Sensor: Multi optical (360° flat sensing + choke)
- Connector: 6-pin
- Features: Tru-motion, Weight simulation, Fine engraved surface
General hi-hat stands compatible with φ12.7 mm (1/2") hole cymbal can be used.
EFNOTE 3/5/7 series do not support hi-hat cup zone.
Optional Hardware
Tom Mount for EFNOTE 3/3X
EFD-TM3
- Geared L-rod tilter
- Knurled carbon steel rod
- L-rod diameter: φ11.5 mm (7/16")
- Tube diameter: φ22.2 mm (7/8")
Cymbal Mount for EFNOTE 3/3X
EFD-CM3
- Gearless tilter
- Tube diameter: φ22.2 mm (7/8")
- Boom length: 300 mm
Splash Cymbal Mount
EFD-SCM5
- 1x Z-rod short
- 1x Z-rod long
- Installable pipe diameter: φ19.1 mm (3/4") -- φ28.6 mm (9/8")
Product images are for illustration purposes only, actual products may vary.
In some countries, the specifications and configuration shown may vary.
Items shown in the photos such as kick pedal, hi-hat stand, drum throne, sticks, headphones, smartphone and computer are not included.
Other models or customized setups are shown for some images.
EFNOTE 3 (2020) Specifications
Drum / Cymbal Pads
| Kick | EFD-K08P |
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| Snare | EFD-S12P |
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| Tom 1 / 2 | EFD-T10P |
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| Tom 3 | EFD-T12P |
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| Hi-Hat | EFD-C12 |
EFNOTE 3 sound module does not support hi-hat cup zone. |
| Hi-Hat Pedal | EFD-HC3 |
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| Crash 1 / 2 | EFD-C14 |
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| Ride | EFD-C16 |
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Sound Module: EFD-3
| Trigger Interface |
Crash 1/2 support 3-zone with using Tom 4/Crash 3 cables. |
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| Audio / MIDI Interface |
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| Drum Kits / Instruments |
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| Edit Parameters |
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| Dimensions |
Excluding protrusions |
| Power |
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Tripods / Stands
| Tripods |
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| Snare Drum Stand |
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| Tom Holder |
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| Hi-Hat Cymbal Arm |
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| Cymbal Arm |
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| Sound Module Arm |
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Drum Kit Placement
| Placement Size |
Without drum throne |
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Package
| Accessories |
Kick pedal, drum throne sold separately. |
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Specification and design are subject to change without prior notice.
Some of technologies and designs are under patent pending.
EFNOTE 3 (2020) USB Compatibility
EFNOTE 3 (2020) Downloads
Before downloading the following items, please carefully read the Software License Agreement.
Software License Agreement
Manuals (PDF)
| Quickstart Guide | |
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| Reference Guide | |
| Sound List |