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The Efnote 3 E-Drum Set is a professional high-end drum kit with a modern module, multi-trigger technology, Lamda stands and Tru-Aco technology. In addition to the touchscreen LC display and the outstanding design, the sound module convinces with 111 multi-layer samples that have up to 127 individual layers. Furthermore there is the possibility to load up to 50 own samples into the module in the User Instrument Library. The sounds with Tru-Aco technology can be edited in many ways and are organized in 16 Preset Kits, 34 additional User Kits are available. The ELISE Sensing Processor promises low latency and intuitive conversion of beats into digital signals. With the two direct outputs, snare and kick canbe sent individually into the mix, and two free trigger inputs for tom 4 or crash 3 are integrated. With the Bluetooth function you can stream directly from your smartphone to the module and the Efnote drum module can also process MIDI signals via Bluetooth. In addition to all important inputs and outputs, a large effects palette, EQ, coaching functions with beat analysis and a metronome are also available.
The set includes 1 x 8" kick pad, 1 x 12" snare (three zones), 2 x 10" toms (stereo), 1 x 12" tom (stereo) as well as 2 x 14" crash (stereo),a 12" hi-hat with controller and a 16" ride cymbal (three zones). The shells of the Efnote 3 set are all made in monocoque construction, i.e. they are made of one piece. This results in perfect playing feel with reduced vibration. The snare and tom pads are each equipped with three sensors under the playing surfaces, of which only two are used on the toms. However, the toms can also be used with three zones via the two additional trigger inputs.
With this Multi-Trigger technology, sensitive and precise dynamics are offered. Equipped with double-layered mesh heads and the Multi-Trigger technology, a perfect performance behavior and excellent response is created. A side-mounted sensor on the snare detects rim clicks while playing without having to move the module. The grey cymbal pads are fully playable and convince with modern design and choke sensor. The four included Lamda stands are the ideal mix of rack and tripod. They offer a modern, futuristic look and flexible adjustment options. The patented Efnote stands are solid and can be adjusted continuously.
EFNOTE 3 E-Drum SetThe Efnote 3 is an exceptional kit, with very minor flaws (more about that later).
The quality of the Efnote 3 was apparent right from the start - the cartons were brutalised in transit, but everything inside was extremely well packed. All hardware was wrapped in plastic, and zap strapped to a heavy piece of cardboard (with extra cardboard between the zap straps and the hardware). Small pieces of coated cardboard were used on the back of the cardboard to prevent the zap straps pulling through.
Setup was very straight forward - easy to follow instructions, with pictures and good text. The connection diagram leaves no doubt as to where everything goes.
Once connected and powered up, everything was ready to start playing, with a few exceptions:
1. Extra connections (Crash 1 & 2 cup/Crash 3/Tom 4) will need to be identified in the Trigger settings
2. The hi-hat will need to be set up. My module shipped with firmware 1.0.8, so it only had manual setup (which was still very easy to do)
3. Firmware update was very easy and straight forward - once updated to the latest (1.2.0) you can now Auto-calibrate the hi-hat.
Sounds are amazing - every preset kit is usable, no issues at all. There is a load time between kits, but that is fairly typical. Pads are extremely nice to play - great feel.
Minor flaws:
These are very minor flaws, and some are specific to me.
1. The included stands are too short. IF you are of average size, no need to worry. I'm 6'5" (196cm) tall, so it was almost comical when set up with the stands. Thankfully I have (and actually planned on) using a rack.
2. The included db 25 snake is cut to different lengths, forcing you to place everything in a specific position. While this is nothing new, it would be nice if all cables were the same length, to allow for some movement to adjust the positions to suit individual playing. I position my hi-hats in the center of the kit (between toms 1 & 2) which the comically short cable just barely reaches (extensions on the way).
3. The headphone output isn't that loud. Now, this could be due to me using studio headphones with a higher impedance, but I'm sure I'm not the only one who prefers them.
All of that said, I love this kit, and would purchase it again without hesitation.
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