Miking a full acoustic drum kit doesn’t have to mean a maze of stands, cables and guesswork—and Yamaha’s EAD50 electronic acoustic drum microphone system is designed to simplify the process. Built for drummers who want fast setup without sacrificing professional sound, the EAD50 combines the upgraded SWX100 sound engine with the DSU50 stereo condenser microphone and trigger pickup to capture the entire kit in one streamlined system. Mounted on the bass drum hoop and facing the player, the DSU50 delivers a wide, natural stereo image, while expanded I/O, hands-on controls and creative tools make the EAD50 equally at home on stage, in the studio or in a streaming setup.

Upgraded SWX100 Sound Engine With DSU50 Stereo Capture

At the core of the EAD50 is Yamaha’s updated SWX100 sound chip, paired with the DSU50 unit engineered specifically for acoustic drums. The DSU50 uses a matched pair of Yamaha-exclusive condenser capsules in an XY stereo configuration, voiced to capture everything from the punch of the kick to the shimmer of cymbals with depth and balance. The microphone and trigger sections are physically isolated in a low-noise floating structure, reducing vibration and mechanical interference for clean, stable stereo performance in rehearsal, recording and live environments.

Single-Mic Simplicity With Integrated Triggering

One DSU50 is enough to produce a clear, full drum sound without multiple microphones or complex phase alignment. A dedicated kick-trigger output converts bass drum hits into trigger signals for the EAD50, allowing sampled or electronic sounds to be layered in sync with acoustic playing. This hybrid approach supports modern live performance, streaming and music production without complicating setup.

Expanded Inputs and Outputs for Scalable Drum Rigs

The EAD50 provides five XLR microphone inputs for adding close mics, along with support for up to 10 trigger inputs using five splittable trigger ports. Eight balanced 1/4" outputs plus two balanced XLR outputs offer flexible routing for front-of-house, monitors or multitrack recording. This connectivity makes it easy to scale from a minimal one-mic setup to a fully routed hybrid drum system.

Mixer-Style Controls and Creative Performance Tools

LED rotary faders and Kit Modifier knobs offer immediate access to gain, effects and reverb without menu diving, while Live Set functionality allows prearranged kits, tempos and audio files to be recalled with a single touch. Built-in looper, sampler and playback functions expand performance options, supported by Bluetooth connectivity and SD card audio. Yamaha’s free EAD Touch, Rec N’ Share and DTX-Touch apps streamline editing, recording and content sharing from a mobile device.

A Streamlined Drum Miking System for Modern Workflows

For drummers seeking a faster, cleaner way to mic acoustic drums while adding triggers, effects and digital routing, the Yamaha EAD50 delivers a true all-in-one solution. With drum-optimized stereo capture, stable trigger integration and flexible mounting options—including a pro-grade stereo breakout cable and 3/8" stand mount—the EAD50 supports practice, recording, live performance and streaming without the complexity of traditional multi-mic setups.