Carlsbro CSD5M Mesh Head Electronic Drum Kit

Description

Real Mesh Drum Heads

The CSD5M features four 7″ drum pads fitted with Carlsbro’s real mesh heads. These provide a responsive playing surface that more closely resembles the feel of an acoustic drum while producing significantly less noise than traditional drum heads.

The pads feature a refined, low-profile design that helps reduce unwanted rim strikes, making them particularly suitable for beginners developing their accuracy and technique. Combined with the soft-touch cymbal pads, the CSD5M offers a comfortable and quiet playing experience for home practice.

Commander 15 Sound Module

At the heart of the CSD5M is the Carlsbro Commander 15 sound module, offering a versatile collection of drum and percussion sounds suitable for a wide range of musical styles. With 300 individual drum voices, 25 preset kits and 15 user-defined kits, drummers can explore different sounds and create personalised configurations.

The module also provides adjustable voice and pad settings, allowing the playing response and sound to be tailored to individual preferences.

Practice and Recording Features

The Commander 15 includes 20 built-in backing tracks, making it easy to practise timing, coordination and musical performance. An onboard quick recorder allows players to capture their performances and listen back to assess their progress.

Bluetooth audio input lets drummers stream music from a compatible phone or tablet and play along with their favourite tracks. A conventional auxiliary input is also provided for wired audio connections.

USB Audio and MIDI Connectivity

The integrated USB audio and MIDI interface allows the CSD5M to connect to a compatible computer for recording and music production. MIDI connectivity makes it possible to control compatible virtual drum instruments and recording software, while USB audio functionality provides additional recording flexibility.

Dedicated headphone and audio outputs make the kit suitable for quiet personal practice or connection to an external amplifier or speaker system.

Quiet Freestanding Pedals

The CSD5M includes separate bass drum and hi-hat pedals designed to minimise unwanted mechanical noise. Unlike conventional bass drum pedals that strike a separate kick pad, the freestanding bass pedal provides electronic triggering without a physical beater impact.

Both pedals can be positioned independently of the rack, allowing drummers to establish a comfortable playing stance while keeping noise levels low. This makes the kit particularly useful for bedrooms, shared homes and other environments where acoustic volume is a concern.

Compact Adjustable Drum Rack

The sturdy four-legged rack provides a stable foundation while maintaining a relatively small footprint. Its adjustable design allows the height and positioning of the pads and cymbals to be adapted for different players, making the kit suitable for both children and adults.

The rack can also be configured for left-handed or right-handed playing. Supplied partially preassembled, it is designed for straightforward setup using hand-tightened wing nuts and the included drum key.

Pad Configuration

• Snare: 7″ real mesh drum pad
• Tom 1: 7″ real mesh drum pad
• Tom 2: 7″ real mesh drum pad
• Floor Tom: 7″ real mesh drum pad
• Hi-Hat: 8″ cymbal pad
• Crash: 8″ cymbal pad
• Ride: 8″ cymbal pad
• Bass Drum: Freestanding electronic bass drum pedal
• Hi-Hat Control: Freestanding electronic hi-hat pedal

Commander 15 Module Specifications

• 300 drum and percussion voices
• 25 preset drum kits
• 15 user-defined drum kits
• 20 built-in backing tracks
• Bluetooth audio input
• USB audio and MIDI interface
• Onboard quick recording function
• Adjustable voice settings
• Adjustable pad settings
• Headphone output
• Audio output
• Auxiliary audio input

What’s Included

• 1 x Carlsbro Commander 15 sound module
• 4 x 7″ real mesh drum pads
• 3 x 8″ cymbal pads
• 1 x Freestanding bass drum pedal
• 1 x Freestanding hi-hat pedal
• 1 x Adjustable four-legged drum rack
• 1 x Pair of Carlsbro drumsticks
• 1 x Wiring loom
• 1 x Drum key
• 1 x Product manual

The Carlsbro CSD5M offers an accessible introduction to electronic drumming without sacrificing the essential features needed for developing good technique. Its responsive mesh pads, quiet pedals, flexible sound module and compact adjustable frame make it a practical choice for learning, practising and recording at home.