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EFNOTE 3 Style-A

Hi-hat stand and kick pedal are not included.

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EFNOTE 3 : The EFNOTE's Standard

By far Valuable

Experience the quality of the market leader
Great playablity based on multiple patented technologies

The Rich Sound

Clear and warm sound loved by professionals
Recorded and mastered by EFNOTE, not third parties
99% focused on acoustic drum sound

Best Training Partner

Tru-Motion™ 2-piece hi-hat cymbal for practicing tight hi-hat work
ELISE™ Sensing Processor capable of expressing delicate ghost notes
Fast and accurate response timing

Cool Appearance

Big stage presence not found in a small tower-style kick
Clean and dignified, unleashes drummers from old e-drums design

Drums & Cymbals

2-Piece Hi-Hat

12" top/bottom cymbals
World's first multi-optical sensing to capture the motions in 3D
Tru-Motion™ technology for expressiveness leap
360° free-swinging top/bottom cymbal design

Bigger and Stable Kick

12 x 4", 6 lugs, 2ply mesh drum head
Monocoque FRP shell for stiffness and durability
Stable multi-sensing for single/double beater(s)
Rugged spars with rubber/spike tips

EFNOTE's Unique Side-Rim

Easy, intuitive and reliable
No switch operation required
Elegant arc design

3-Zone 360° Cymbals

14" crash cymbal, 3-zone (bow/edge/cup)
16" ride cymbal, 3-zone (bow/edge/cup)
Multi-sensored 360° play/choke area
360° free-swinging design
Responsive thin edge

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

Suspended Tom Mount

Softer striking feel and less rebound
Anti-crosstalk vibration

Beautiful Cymbal Surface

Elegant warm-gray surface with fine engravings
Clean silicone rubber surface that is resistant to drumstick marks

λ (Lambda) Tripods

Easy and flexible setup with independent rack stand design
Stable metal tripod stands

Comes with three lambda stands.

Two Kit Styles

Style-A

Basic setup with 1x crash cymbal

Best for who:

Want to add cymbals as you want
Want a simple drum kit
Want to get started at an affordable price

Style-B

Versatile setup with 2x crash cymbal

Best for who:

Need playability with 2x standard crash cymbals
Want to get started with a complete setup

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

Backup, restore, and share your favorite drum kits with your smartphone
Visit the official Kit Library to get new drum kits
Sound level balance can be adjusted remotely

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.

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EFNOTE 3 / EFNOTE 3X Preset Drum Kit Sound

The raw sound of EFNOTE 3/3X preset kits are recorded via USB (only the volume is adjusted) Listening with headphones is recommended Data format: .WAV file (48 kHz/24 bit)
STUDIO F
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

+ 2nd Crash Cymbal

Items required:

1x Standard Cymbal 14": EFD-C14
1x Cymbal Mount: EFD-CM3

EFNOTE 3 Style-B already has a 2nd crash cymbal.

+ Splash Cymbal

Items required:

1x Splash Cymbal 8": EFD-C08
1x Splash Cymbal Mount: EFD-SCM5

EFNOTE 3 Style-B already has a 2nd crash cymbal.

+ 2nd Crash & Splash Cymbals

Items required:

1x Standard Cymbal 14": EFD-C14
1x Cymbal Mount: EFD-CM3
1x Splash Cymbal 8": EFD-C08
1x Splash Cymbal Mount: EFD-SCM5

EFNOTE 3 Style-B already has a 2nd crash cymbal.

Crash 2 Cup is not supported with this setup.

+ 4th Tom & 2nd Crash Cymbal

Items required:

1x Tom Pad 12": EFD-T12P-WS
1x Tom Mount: EFD-TM3
1x Standard Cymbal 14": EFD-C14
1x Cymbal Mount: EFD-CM3

EFNOTE 3 Style-B already has a 2nd crash cymbal.

Crash 1 Cup is not supported with this setup.

+ 4th Tom & 2nd Crash Cymbal & Splash Cymbal

Items required:

1x Tom Pad 12": EFD-T12P-WS
1x Tom Mount: EFD-TM3
1x Standard Cymbal 14": EFD-C14
1x Cymbal Mount: EFD-CM3
1x Splash Cymbal 8": EFD-C08
1x Splash Cymbal Mount: EFD-SCM5

EFNOTE 3 Style-B already has a 2nd crash cymbal.

Crash 1 Cup and Crash 2 Cup are not supported with this setup.

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

Kick Pedal

EFD-KP30

Double chain link
Rounded cam
Spring roller bearing
Spring tension adjustment lock
Durable powder coating finish
Wool beater and plastic beater included

Hi-Hat Stand

EFD-HS30

Chain link
Double braced legs
Durable chrome finish
Tube diameter: φ25.4 mm (1") - φ22.2 mm (7/8")
Rod diameter: φ7 mm (9/32")

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.

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Specifications

EFNOTE 3 Style-A (EFD3A-STDSET)

EFNOTE 3 Style-B (EFD3B-STDSET)

Drum / Cymbal Pads

Kick	EFD-K12P	Size: 12 x 4" Finish: White sparkle Zone: Head Sensor: Multi Head: Low-rebound double-layered mesh with beater patch Connector: Head (TRS Phones) Features: Angle-adjustable kick pedal attachment
Snare	EFD-S12P	Size: 12 x 4" Finish: White sparkle Zone: Head / Rim / Side-Rim Sensor: Multi Head: Double-layered mesh Connector: Head/Rim, Side-Rim (2x TRS Phones) Features: Monocoque drum shell, Colored hoop rubber, Side-Rim
Tom 1 / 2	EFD-T10P	Size: 10 x 3.5" 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
Tom 3	EFD-T12P	Size: 12 x 4" 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
Hi-Hat	EFD-H12	Size: 12" (Top/Bottom) Color: Warm gray Zone: Bow / Edge / Cup Sensor: Multi (360° flat sensing + choke) / Optical Connector: 6-pin Features: Multi-optical sensor, Tru-motion™ hi-hat, Weight simulation, Fine engraved surface General hi-hat stands compatible with φ12.7 mm (1/2") hole cymbal can be used. EFNOTE 3 sound module does not support hi-hat cup zone.
Crash 1	EFD-C14	Size: 14" Color: Warm gray Zone: Bow / Edge / Cup Sensor: Multi (360° flat sensing + choke) Connector: Bow/Edge, Cup (2x TRS Phones) Features: Weight simulation, Fine engraved surface
Crash 2 (Style-B Only)	EFD-C14	Size: 14" Color: Warm gray Zone: Bow / Edge / Cup Sensor: Multi (360° flat sensing + choke) Connector: Bow/Edge, Cup (2x TRS Phones) Features: Weight simulation, Fine engraved surface
Ride	EFD-C16	Size: 16" Color: Warm gray Zone: Bow / Edge / Cup Sensor: Multi (360° flat sensing + choke) Connector: Bow/Edge, Cup (2x TRS Phones) Features: Weight simulation, Fine engraved surface

Sound Module: EFD-3

Trigger Interface	3-Zone: Snare, Crash 1/2*, Ride 2-Zone: Tom 1/2/3/4, HH, Crash 3 1-Zone: Kick Crash 1/2 support 3-zone with using Tom 4/Crash 3 cables.
Audio / MIDI Interface	Line (1/2) Output: 2x TS Phone (+4dBu, Unbalanced) Phones (3/4) Output: Stereo Mini-Phone (320 mW + 320 mW @32Ω) Audio Input: Stereo Mini-Phone (+2dBu Max) USB: Micro-B Type USB 2.0 Hi-Speed Audio: 8-ch Out (48kHz/24bit) / 2-ch In (48kHz/16bit), Mac/Windows ASIO MIDI: In/Out Bluetooth Audio Input Bluetooth MIDI In/Out MIDI Out: 5-pin DIN
Drum Kits / Instruments	Preset Drum Kits: 16 (Editable) User Drum Kits: 34 Instruments: Acoustic Drums/Cymbals (Stereo), Percussion (Stereo), eKick/eSnare, Attack Elements User Inst Library: 50 (Can be stored customized instruments)
Edit Parameters	Level, Pan, Tuning, Muffling (for each pad) 2-Band EQ (for each pad) Ambience Effect (8 types) Pad Layer
Dimensions	106 (W) x 172 (D) x 47 (H) mm 700g Excluding protrusions
Power	DC 12V, 500mA (Nominal) / 800mA (Max)

Tripods / Stands

Tripods	3x Lambda Tripod
Snare Drum Stand	For 12" diameter snare drums Geared basket tilter Double braced legs Tube diameter: φ19.1 mm (3/4") Height adjustment range: 500 -- 650 mm
Tom Holder	3x Tom Holder Arm Geared L-rod tilter Knurled carbon steel rod L-rod diameter: φ11.5 mm (7/16") Tube diameter: φ22.2 mm (7/8") Height adjustment range: 550 -- 900 mm
Cymbal Arm	2x Boom Cymbal Arm for Style-A 3x Boom Cymbal Arm for Style-B Gearless tilter Cable holder Tube diameter: φ22.2 mm (7/8") Boom length: 300 mm Height adjustment range: 650 -- 1250 mm
Sound Module Arm	1x Sound Module Arm 1x Smartphone Tray

Drum Kit Placement

Style-A Placement Size	Approx. 140 (W) x 90 (D) cm Approx. 4.6 (W) x 3.0 (D) feet Without drum throne

Style-A Placement Size

Approx. 140 (W) x 90 (D) cm
Approx. 4.6 (W) x 3.0 (D) feet

Without drum throne

Style-B Placement Size	Approx. 160 (W) x 90 (D) cm Approx. 5.3 (W) x 3.0 (D) feet Without drum throne

Style-B Placement Size

Approx. 160 (W) x 90 (D) cm
Approx. 5.3 (W) x 3.0 (D) feet

Without drum throne

Package

Accessories	Brake-Out Cable: EFD-MULTI-A-X Brake-Out Cable: EFD-MULTI-B 4x Trigger Cable 3.0 m: EFD-TRS-LL3 Cable Ties Quickstart Guide Kick pedal, hi-hat stand and drum throne are sold separately.

Accessories

Brake-Out Cable: EFD-MULTI-A-X
Brake-Out Cable: EFD-MULTI-B
4x Trigger Cable 3.0 m: EFD-TRS-LL3
Cable Ties
Quickstart Guide

Kick pedal, hi-hat stand and drum throne are sold separately.

Specification and design are subject to change without prior notice.

Some of technologies and designs are under patent pending.

USB Compatibility

Downloads

Before downloading the following items, please carefully read the Software License Agreement.

Software License Agreement

Manuals (PDF)

Quickstart Guide	EFNOTE 3 Style-A/B Quickstart Guide [English]
Reference Guide	EFNOTE 3/5/7 Series Reference Guide [English] EFNOTE 3/5/7 Series Reference Guide [Korean]
Sound List	EFNOTE 3/3X Sound List [English]

Drivers / Firmware / Apps

ASIO Driver	Version v1.4 - Fixed phase shift issue on certain Windows 11 PCs. - Improved stability ASIO Driver v1.4 for Windows ASIO Driver Installation Guide [English]

ASIO Driver

Version v1.4

- Fixed phase shift issue on certain Windows 11 PCs.

- Improved stability

ASIO Driver v1.4 for Windows

ASIO Driver Installation Guide [English]