Yamaha EAD20 Electronic Acoustic Drum Microphone System

Professional Acoustic Drum Miking and Triggering in One Compact System

The Yamaha EAD20 Electronic Acoustic Drum Microphone System transforms how you capture, monitor, and trigger your acoustic kit. A hoop-mounted sensor unit with precision microphone capsules delivers studio-quality stereo imaging of your entire drum set, while the powerful SWX100 sound engine simultaneously functions as a dedicated bass drum trigger. Designed for drummers who want professional results without complex multi-microphone setups, the EAD20 streamlines recording, practice, and live performance into a single, integrated solution. Built with 2,203 voices, 252 digital effects, and 251 editable scenes sourced from Yamaha's flagship DTX series, the module offers extensive sound design flexibility. Hardware controls include assignable Kit Modifier knobs and LED rotary faders for real-time parameter adjustments. The free EAD Touch App simplifies editing and patch management, while the Rec 'n' Share app lets you record, edit, and share video performances directly from your mobile device.

Key Features

• Japanese-built custom microphone capsules mounted on bass drum hoop for clear, precise stereo imaging of the full kit
• 256-note polyphony SWX100 sound engine with 2,203 voices, 252 effects, and 251 scenes including 51 factory kits
• 8-in/10-out USB audio interface for direct DAW integration with multi-channel drum track streaming
• Up to 9 trigger inputs via 6 physical inputs plus Y-splitter expansion for electronic pads and foot controllers
• Universal compatibility with single-zone, dual-zone, three-zone, and multi-piezo pads from any brand
• Built-in sampling, looping, and audio playback for flexible live performance and studio creativity
• Intuitive hardware interface with assignable controls for instant on-the-fly gain, reverb, and effect adjustments
• 1/4" stereo and mono outputs, MIDI Out, and USB Trigger Link for comprehensive connectivity and custom audio loading