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EFNOTE 3X Expanded Electronic Drum Kit, Black Oak is an acoustic-inspired electronic drum system built for realistic physical response, quiet practice, multitrack recording, and performance-ready presentation.
An expanded six-pad, four-cymbal configuration with larger 14-inch hi-hat, 16-inch crashes, 18-inch ride, and an acoustic-style black finish.
Overview
The EFNOTE 3X pairs full stereo drum and cymbal sounds with multi-sensor pads, editable kits, per-pad processing, and direct recording connectivity. Its real or acoustic-style shell layout is designed to feel familiar to an acoustic drummer rather than like a compact pad controller.
At a Glance
| Configuration | Kick: 12 × 4-inch EFD-K12P mesh kick pad; Snare: 12 × 4-inch EFD-S12P, head/rim/side-rim; Toms: Two 10 × 3.5-inch EFD-T10P plus two 12 × 4-inch EFD-T12P; Hi-hat: 14-inch two-piece EFD-H14 with multi-optical Tru-Motion sensing; Crashes: Two 16-inch EFD-C16 cymbals; Ride: 18-inch EFD-C18, bow/edge/cup; Support hardware: Three Lambda tripods, snare stand, four tom arms, three boom cymbal arms, module arm, smartphone tray |
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| Finish | Black Oak-ish |
| Sound module | EFD-3X |
| USB recording | 8 outputs / 2 inputs plus USB MIDI |
| Wireless | Bluetooth audio and Bluetooth MIDI |
| Footprint | Approximately 5.6 × 3.6 feet, excluding throne |
What Is the EFNOTE 3X?
It is a Black Oak-ish electronic drum kit that combines model-specific shell and cymbal sizes with 360-degree cymbal play/choke sensing, mesh drum heads, and the EFD-3X module.
Who Is the EFNOTE 3X For?
It is a strong match for performers, producers, and serious home players who want a wider electronic kit with full-size cymbal spacing and four toms.
Playing Response and Acoustic Feel
Multi-sensor drum pads reduce hot spots and support head, rim, and side-rim articulation where specified. EFNOTE cymbals use broad 360-degree sensing and choke response, while the two-piece hi-hat uses optical motion sensing for open, closed, and transitional control.
Recording, MIDI, and Play-Along Connectivity
The module functions as an eight-output USB audio interface with two-channel return audio, making individual drum-channel recording possible without a separate multichannel interface. USB MIDI, Bluetooth MIDI, Bluetooth audio, analog line outputs, headphones, and an analog audio input support practice, production, and live playback workflows.
Kit Components
| Kick | 12 × 4-inch EFD-K12P mesh kick pad |
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| Snare | 12 × 4-inch EFD-S12P, head/rim/side-rim |
| Toms | Two 10 × 3.5-inch EFD-T10P plus two 12 × 4-inch EFD-T12P |
| Hi-hat | 14-inch two-piece EFD-H14 with multi-optical Tru-Motion sensing |
| Crashes | Two 16-inch EFD-C16 cymbals |
| Ride | 18-inch EFD-C18, bow/edge/cup |
| Support hardware | Three Lambda tripods, snare stand, four tom arms, three boom cymbal arms, module arm, smartphone tray |
Included
- EFD-3X sound module
- Three Lambda tripods
- Snare stand
- Four tom holder arms
- Three boom cymbal arms
- Sound-module arm and smartphone tray
- Breakout and trigger cables
- Quickstart guide
Not Included
- Kick pedal
- Hi-hat stand
- Drum throne
Key Features
- Six shell/pad and four cymbal configuration
- 14-inch two-piece optical hi-hat
- Two 16-inch crashes and an 18-inch ride
- Four mesh tom pads for a wide setup
- USB multichannel audio and MIDI
- Bluetooth audio, Bluetooth MIDI, and EFNOTE Tools support
Technical Specifications
| Sound module | EFD-3X |
|---|---|
| Preset drum kits | 16, editable |
| User drum kits | 34 |
| User instrument library | 50 customized instrument slots |
| USB audio | 8-channel output at 48 kHz / 24-bit; 2-channel input at 48 kHz / 16-bit |
| USB MIDI | Input and output |
| USB connector | Micro-B USB 2.0 |
| Analog outputs | Two 1/4-inch TS line outputs plus stereo headphone output |
| Analog input | Stereo mini-phone audio input |
| Wireless | Bluetooth audio input and Bluetooth MIDI input/output |
| Hardware MIDI | 5-pin DIN MIDI output |
| Editing | Per-pad level, pan, tuning, muffling, 2-band EQ, and eight ambience types |
| Trigger zones | 3-zone snare, crashes, and ride; 2-zone toms and hi-hat; 1-zone kick |
| Module dimensions / weight | 106 × 172 × 47 mm / 700 g |
| Placement | Approximately 170 × 110 cm / 5.6 × 3.6 feet |
Important Configuration Note
The module does not support the hi-hat cup zone. The Crash 1 cup is unavailable when Tom 4 uses the shared cable allocation.
Why EFNOTE?
EFNOTE focuses on acoustic-style dimensions, natural drum and cymbal sounds, broad trigger sensing, restrained module design, and practical studio connectivity. The result is an electronic kit that looks appropriate in a room or on a stage while remaining useful for quiet practice and direct multitrack recording.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the EFNOTE 3X?
The EFNOTE 3X is an acoustic-design electronic drum kit with multi-sensor mesh drums, 360-degree cymbal sensing, a touch-interface sound module, and multichannel USB audio.
Who is the EFNOTE 3X designed for?
It is designed for performers, producers, and serious home players who want a wider electronic kit with full-size cymbal spacing and four toms.
Can it record separate drum channels over USB?
Yes. The module sends eight USB audio outputs at 48 kHz / 24-bit and accepts two USB audio inputs at 48 kHz / 16-bit for Mac or Windows recording.
Does the kit include a kick pedal, hi-hat stand, and throne?
No. Kick pedal, Hi-hat stand, Drum throne are not included. Review the Included and Not Included section before planning the complete setup.
What should I know about trigger-zone compatibility?
The module does not support the hi-hat cup zone. The Crash 1 cup is unavailable when Tom 4 uses the shared cable allocation.
Contact Victory Musical Instruments to confirm current distributor availability, expected fulfillment time, and any additional hardware needed for your setup.