Joey Jordison's Legacy: 5 Years On — The Kit, The Sticks, The Sound | MetalForge
Five years after Joey Jordison's death, his gear — the Pearl signature snare, the Promark TX515W sticks, the Paiste RUDE cymbal wall — still defines what ext...
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Joey Jordison die?
Joey Jordison died on July 26, 2021, at age 46.
What was Joey Jordison's illness?
In 2016, Jordison disclosed that he had been diagnosed with acute transverse myelitis, an inflammatory condition affecting the spinal cord that had impaired his ability to play.
What drums and sticks did Joey Jordison use?
Jordison built his sound around a Pearl kit, his own Pearl Joey Jordison Signature snare (13" × 6.5"), Paiste RUDE and 2002 series cymbals, and Promark TX515W signature sticks. Full breakdowns of each piece are linked in the gear legacy section above.