Yamaha EAD10 Electronic Acoustic Drum Module

The End of Complex Drum Miking

Recording an acoustic drum kit traditionally requires an expensive, multi-channel audio interface, a maze of XLR cables, and a deep understanding of phase-coherent microphone placement. The Yamaha EAD10 completely eliminates this logistical friction.

By securing the EAD Sensor Unit directly to your bass drum hoop, you instantly capture a phase-accurate, high-definition stereo image of your entire kit. The sensor houses a specially developed XY stereo condenser microphone array that perfectly captures the attack of your snare, the resonance of your toms, and the shimmer of your cymbals. Simultaneously, an integrated high-precision trigger tracks your bass drum pedal strokes, allowing you to seamlessly blend massive electronic sub-kicks or punchy metal samples with your natural acoustic tone.

AWM2 Engine & Studio-Grade DSP

The EAD10 main module is an absolute processing powerhouse driven by Yamaha’s proprietary AWM2 tone generator with 64-note polyphony. It comes pre-loaded with 757 high-resolution voices and 50 preset Scenes, offering 200 slots for your own custom creations. Beyond standard drum samples, the module acts as a world-class effects rack, allowing you to instantly dial in 11 different studio reverbs, 21 microphone effects (including compression, distortion, and delays), and 10 trigger effects. You can also import up to 100 of your own custom 16-bit WAV samples using the 32 MB of onboard wave memory via a USB flash drive.

The Version 2.0 Firmware Advantage

The EAD10 platform has been significantly upgraded with the V2.0 Firmware, transforming it into an essential tool for educators and hybrid performers.

• Talkback Function: A highly requested feature, Talkback allows you to push a button (or hit a trigger pad) to instantly bypass all effects and boost the microphone gain, allowing you to speak clearly to your audience, bandmates, or students through the EAD sensor.

• Noise Gate & Click Routing: Advanced noise gate thresholds help eliminate ambient room bleed. You can now route the internal metronome click track exclusively to the USB output or main stereo outs.

• Extended Recording: Continuous recording directly to a USB flash drive has been drastically expanded to 90 minutes per file.

Shoot, Edit, and Share with Rec’n’Share

The EAD10 integrates flawlessly with your smartphone via the free iOS/Android Rec’n’Share App. Connect your phone via USB, and the app will capture the pristine mixed audio from the module synchronized perfectly with your phone’s HD camera. You can play along to music from your library, adjust the tempo, add a click track, and upload your finished, studio-quality drum cover directly to YouTube or Instagram in minutes.

What is in the Box?

The Yamaha EAD10 comes with everything you need to build your hybrid studio:

• 1x EAD10 Main Module

• 1x EAD Sensor Unit (Integrated Mic & Trigger)

• 1x Pair of Sensor Connector Cables

• 1x PA-150 Power Adapter

• 1x Module Holder & Wing Bolts (to mount the module to a cymbal stand)

• 3x Cable Bands & 2x Adhesive Cushions

• Owner’s Manual

(Note: Additional electronic drum pads, auxiliary acoustic triggers, and USB cables for smart device connection are sold separately).

Is This The Right System For You?

For the Premium Acoustic Purist: If you have invested heavily in a top-tier acoustic drum set—such as the bespoke Yamaha Absolute Hybrid Maple 6-Piece Kit in Red Autumn (featuring the AMB2216 22″ kick, the AMF1413 14″ floor tom, the AMP6F3 tom package, and the matching AMS1460 14″x6″ snare drum) that you configured recently—you want the world to hear its true tone. The EAD10 captures the incredibly rich resonance of those premium Wenge/Maple shells immaculately, allowing the organic sound of your high-end drums to shine through without cluttering your beautiful Red Autumn finish with eight different microphone stands.

For Content Creators & Educators: Before the EAD10, making a drum cover required an audio interface, multiple microphones, a DAW, video editing software, and hours of syncing audio to video. The EAD10 and the Rec’n’Share app condense this entire process into a single step. Furthermore, the new V2.0 Talkback feature makes it the ultimate tool for online drum teachers, allowing you to instantly speak to your students through the drum mic without needing a separate vocal microphone.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Can I use the EAD10 with silent mesh heads for apartment practice?

  • Yes! With the Version 2.0 firmware update, Yamaha introduced specific scenes and trigger settings optimized for low-volume mesh heads and quiet cymbals. You can play silently in your room while hearing stadium-level drum sounds in your headphones.

• Will the sensor unit fit on any bass drum?

  • Yes, the EAD Sensor Unit uses a universally adjustable clamp equipped with protective cushions, designed to securely grip the wooden or metal hoops of standard acoustic bass drums without causing damage.

• Can I plug the EAD10 directly into my computer’s recording software?

  • Absolutely. Using the “USB TO HOST” port, the EAD10 functions as a high-quality stereo USB Audio and MIDI interface. You can record your drum performances directly into software like Logic Pro, Ableton, or Cubase without needing a separate external audio interface.