Product Overview

The EFNOTE 3 Style-B brings the EFNOTE 3 Series into a more complete, gig-ready electronic drum format while keeping the clean look, acoustic-inspired feel, and practical footprint that working drummers need. This setup is built around a 12 inch kick pad, 12 inch snare, two 10 inch rack toms, a 12 inch floor tom, a 2-piece 12 inch hi-hat, two 14 inch crash cymbals, a 16 inch ride, and the compact EFD-3 sound module. It is made for players who want a serious practice, recording, rehearsal, worship, or small-gig kit that feels musical without turning the room into a full acoustic drum stage.

Why Players Choose This

For the drummer who still thinks like an acoustic player, the EFNOTE 3 Style-B gives you familiar shapes, real cymbal movement, mesh-head response, and a modern module that keeps the workflow simple. The 2-piece hi-hat gives players a more natural way to practice foot technique, tight hat work, openings, and dynamic control. The multi-sensor pads and 3-zone cymbals help the kit respond to ghost notes, rim work, cymbal cups, edges, and choke techniques in a way that feels useful for real music. It is compact enough for home and studio use, but serious enough for players who need to rehearse, record, create content, or cover small live environments without dragging a full acoustic kit into every situation.

Key Features

• EFNOTE 3 Style-B configuration, model EFD3B-STDSET.
• 12 x 4 inch kick pad with low-rebound double-layered mesh head and beater patch.
• 12 x 4 inch snare with head, rim, and side-rim zones.
• Two 10 x 3.5 inch tom pads and one 12 x 4 inch tom pad with double-layered mesh heads.
• 12 inch top/bottom 2-piece hi-hat with multi-optical sensing and Tru-Motion hi-hat feel.
• Two 14 inch crash cymbals and one 16 inch ride, all with bow, edge, and cup zones.
• Multi-sensor cymbal design with 360 degree flat sensing and choke response.
• EFD-3 sound module with 16 editable preset drum kits and 34 user drum kits.
• USB 8-channel audio output and 2-channel USB audio input for recording and playback.
• Bluetooth audio input and Bluetooth MIDI in/out for practice and workflow flexibility.
• Built-in metronome speaker, drum recording, Stroke Analyzer, and Rhythm Box practice features.
• Analog 4-channel output routing for small gigs, monitoring, and separate kick/snare routing.
• Includes three Lambda tripods, snare stand, three tom holder arms, three boom cymbal arms, module arm, and smartphone tray.
• Includes breakout cables, trigger cables, cable ties, and quickstart guide.

Built for the Culture

The EFNOTE 3 Style-B fits the TCU mission because it supports real players in real situations. Not every drummer has the space, volume freedom, or budget for a full acoustic kit in every environment. This gives musicians a serious way to practice, record, teach, rehearse, create content, and perform while staying connected to the feel of an acoustic drum set.

This is gear for players who are building their sound, sharpening their craft, and staying ready.

Why TCU Recommends This

TCU recommends the EFNOTE 3 Style-B because it offers a strong balance of feel, sound, workflow, and value. It is not just a quiet practice kit. It is a practical tool for drummers who need one setup that can cover practice, recording, worship, teaching, rehearsal, and smaller performance spaces.

We chose this kit because it feels useful for working musicians, not just impressive on paper.

Specifications

• Model: EFNOTE 3 Style-B, EFD3B-STDSET.
• Kick: EFD-K12P, 12 x 4 inch, white sparkle, head zone, multi sensor, low-rebound double-layered mesh head with beater patch, TRS phone connector.
• Snare: EFD-S12P, 12 x 4 inch, Black Oak-ish finish, head/rim/side-rim zones, multi sensor, double-layered mesh head, two TRS phone connectors.
• Tom 1/2: EFD-T10P, 10 x 3.5 inch, white sparkle, head/rim zones, multi sensor, double-layered mesh head, TRS phone connector.
• Tom 3: EFD-T12P, 12 x 4 inch, white sparkle, head/rim zones, multi sensor, double-layered mesh head, TRS phone connector.
• Hi-hat: EFD-H12, 12 inch top/bottom, warm gray, bow/edge/cup zones, multi 360 degree flat sensing with choke and optical sensing, 6-pin connector. Note: EFNOTE 3 sound module does not support hi-hat cup zone.
• Crash 1: EFD-C14, 14 inch, warm gray, bow/edge/cup zones, multi 360 degree flat sensing with choke, two TRS phone connectors.
• Crash 2: EFD-C14, 14 inch, warm gray, bow/edge/cup zones, multi 360 degree flat sensing with choke, two TRS phone connectors.
• Ride: EFD-C16, 16 inch, warm gray, bow/edge/cup zones, multi 360 degree flat sensing with choke, two TRS phone connectors.
• Sound module: EFD-3 ultra-compact sound module.
• Trigger interface: 3-zone snare, Crash 1/2, ride; 2-zone Tom 1/2/3/4, HH, Crash 3; 1-zone kick.
• Audio outputs: 2x TS phone line outputs, stereo mini-phone headphone output rated 320 mW + 320 mW at 32 ohms.
• Audio input: Stereo mini-phone audio input.
• USB: Micro-B USB 2.0 Hi-Speed, 8-channel out at 48 kHz/24-bit, 2-channel in at 48 kHz/16-bit, Mac/Windows ASIO.
• MIDI: USB MIDI in/out, Bluetooth MIDI in/out, and 5-pin DIN MIDI out.
• Bluetooth: Bluetooth audio input and Bluetooth MIDI in/out.
• Drum kits: 16 editable preset drum kits and 34 user drum kits.
• Instruments: Acoustic drums/cymbals, percussion, eKick/eSnare, and attack elements.
• User instrument library: 50 customized instruments can be stored.
• Edit parameters: Level, pan, tuning, muffling, 2-band EQ, ambience effects, and pad layer.
• Module dimensions: 106 W x 172 D x 47 H mm, 700 g, excluding protrusions.
• Power: DC 12 V, 500 mA nominal, 800 mA max.
• Stands and arms: Three Lambda tripods, snare stand, three tom holder arms, three boom cymbal arms for Style-B, sound module arm, and smartphone tray.
• Approximate placement size: 160 W x 90 D cm, or 5.3 W x 3.0 D feet, without drum throne.
• Included accessories: EFD-MULTI-A-X breakout cable, EFD-MULTI-B breakout cable, four EFD-TRS-LL3 3.0 m trigger cables, cable ties, and quickstart guide.
• Not included: Kick pedal, hi-hat stand, drum throne, sticks, headphones, smartphone, and computer.

The Bottom Line

The EFNOTE 3 Style-B is a strong fit for drummers who need a serious electronic kit for practice, recording, worship, rehearsals, teaching, content creation, and controlled-volume performance. It belongs in the TCU shop because it gives working players a musical, practical, and modern drum solution without losing sight of feel, workflow, and real-world use.