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EFNOTE 5X Expanded Electronic Drum Kit, Black Oak is an acoustic-inspired electronic drum system built for realistic physical response, quiet practice, multitrack recording, and performance-ready presentation.
The expanded 5-series configuration adds a second floor tom and second full-size crash while retaining birch shells, optical hi-hat control, and multichannel studio connectivity.
Overview
The EFNOTE 5X pairs full stereo drum and cymbal sounds with multi-sensor pads, editable kits, per-pad processing, and direct recording connectivity. Its real or acoustic-style shell layout is designed to feel familiar to an acoustic drummer rather than like a compact pad controller.
At a Glance
| Configuration | Kick: 16 × 12-inch EFD-K1612 birch-shell mesh kick; Snare: 12 × 5-inch EFD-S1250 birch shell, head/rim/side-rim; Toms: 10 × 7-inch rack tom, 12 × 12-inch and 13 × 13-inch floor toms; Hi-hat: 14-inch two-piece EFD-H14 with multi-optical Tru-Motion sensing; Crashes: Two 16-inch EFD-C16 cymbals; Ride: 18-inch EFD-C18, bow/edge/cup; Splash: 8-inch EFD-C08, bow/edge |
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| Finish | Black Oak-ish |
| Sound module | EFD-5X |
| USB recording | 8 outputs / 2 inputs plus USB MIDI |
| Wireless | Bluetooth audio and Bluetooth MIDI |
| Footprint | Approximately 5.6 × 3.6 feet, excluding throne |
What Is the EFNOTE 5X?
It is a Black Oak-ish electronic drum kit that combines model-specific shell and cymbal sizes with 360-degree cymbal play/choke sensing, mesh drum heads, and the EFD-5X module.
Who Is the EFNOTE 5X For?
It is a strong match for players who want an acoustic-looking electronic kit with two floor toms, two crashes, and enough physical scale for performance, rehearsal, and production.
Playing Response and Acoustic Feel
Multi-sensor drum pads reduce hot spots and support head, rim, and side-rim articulation where specified. EFNOTE cymbals use broad 360-degree sensing and choke response, while the two-piece hi-hat uses optical motion sensing for open, closed, and transitional control.
Recording, MIDI, and Play-Along Connectivity
The module functions as an eight-output USB audio interface with two-channel return audio, making individual drum-channel recording possible without a separate multichannel interface. USB MIDI, Bluetooth MIDI, Bluetooth audio, analog line outputs, headphones, and an analog audio input support practice, production, and live playback workflows.
Kit Components
| Kick | 16 × 12-inch EFD-K1612 birch-shell mesh kick |
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| Snare | 12 × 5-inch EFD-S1250 birch shell, head/rim/side-rim |
| Toms | 10 × 7-inch rack tom, 12 × 12-inch and 13 × 13-inch floor toms |
| Hi-hat | 14-inch two-piece EFD-H14 with multi-optical Tru-Motion sensing |
| Crashes | Two 16-inch EFD-C16 cymbals |
| Ride | 18-inch EFD-C18, bow/edge/cup |
| Splash | 8-inch EFD-C08, bow/edge |
Included
- EFD-5X sound module
- 10-inch rack tom mount
- Splash cymbal arm
- Sound-module arm and smartphone tray
- Breakout and trigger cables
- Quickstart guide
Not Included
- Kick pedal
- Hi-hat stand
- Drum throne
- Snare stand
- Cymbal stands
Key Features
- Expanded five-shell configuration with two floor toms
- Two 16-inch crash cymbals plus 18-inch ride and 8-inch splash
- Real birch shells and double-layer mesh heads
- Seven-sensor snare with independent side-rim zone
- USB 8-output recording interface
- Bluetooth audio, Bluetooth MIDI, and 5-pin MIDI output
Technical Specifications
| Sound module | EFD-5X |
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| Preset drum kits | 17, editable |
| User drum kits | 83 |
| User instrument library | 128 customized instrument slots |
| USB audio | 8-channel output at 48 kHz / 24-bit; 2-channel input at 48 kHz / 16-bit |
| USB MIDI | Input and output |
| USB connector | Micro-B USB 2.0 |
| Analog outputs | Two 1/4-inch TS line outputs plus stereo headphone output |
| Analog input | Stereo mini-phone audio input |
| Wireless | Bluetooth audio input and Bluetooth MIDI input/output |
| Hardware MIDI | 5-pin DIN MIDI output |
| Editing | Per-pad level, pan, tuning, muffling, 2-band EQ, and eight ambience types |
| Trigger zones | 3-zone snare, crashes, and ride; 2-zone toms, hi-hat, and splash; 1-zone kick |
| Module dimensions / weight | 106 × 172 × 47 mm / 700 g |
| Placement | Approximately 170 × 110 cm / 5.6 × 3.6 feet |
Important Configuration Note
The module does not support the hi-hat cup zone. Crash 2 cup is unavailable when the shared Crash 3 input is used.
Why EFNOTE?
EFNOTE focuses on acoustic-style dimensions, natural drum and cymbal sounds, broad trigger sensing, restrained module design, and practical studio connectivity. The result is an electronic kit that looks appropriate in a room or on a stage while remaining useful for quiet practice and direct multitrack recording.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the EFNOTE 5X?
The EFNOTE 5X is an acoustic-design electronic drum kit with multi-sensor mesh drums, 360-degree cymbal sensing, a touch-interface sound module, and multichannel USB audio.
Who is the EFNOTE 5X designed for?
It is designed for players who want an acoustic-looking electronic kit with two floor toms, two crashes, and enough physical scale for performance, rehearsal, and production.
Can it record separate drum channels over USB?
Yes. The module sends eight USB audio outputs at 48 kHz / 24-bit and accepts two USB audio inputs at 48 kHz / 16-bit for Mac or Windows recording.
Does the kit include a kick pedal, hi-hat stand, and throne?
No. Kick pedal, Hi-hat stand, Drum throne, Snare stand, Cymbal stands are not included. Review the Included and Not Included section before planning the complete setup.
What should I know about trigger-zone compatibility?
The module does not support the hi-hat cup zone. Crash 2 cup is unavailable when the shared Crash 3 input is used.
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