What's In Igor Cavalera's Tribal Arsenal: Complete Gear Breakdown | MetalForge
Discover the complete drum setup of Igor Cavalera, the legendary Sepultura co-founder who pioneered tribal metal drumming. From his classic Sepultura era to ...
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What drum kit does Igor Cavalera use currently?
Igor Cavalera currently plays a Yamaha Absolute Hybrid Maple drum kit, an endorsement he announced in August 2018 after moving off Tama. He augments the acoustic kit with traditional Brazilian percussion including atabaque, surdo, timbales, and various hand drums, reflecting his ongoing interest in tribal and world music, and continues to incorporate Roland electronic pads for his Mixhell DJ and electronic work.
What cymbals does Igor Cavalera use currently?
Igor Cavalera is a current Zildjian artist, having switched from Paiste in August 2018. His setup includes 14 inch Zildjian hi-hats, 18 and 19 inch crashes, a 20 inch ride, an 18 inch China, and a Zbell for accents. From the early 1990s through 2018, throughout his Sepultura and early Cavalera Conspiracy career, he played Paiste RUDE and 2002 series cymbals.
How much does Igor Cavalera's current kit cost?
Igor Cavalera's current Yamaha Absolute Hybrid Maple kit and Zildjian cymbal setup is estimated at $8,000 to $15,000 depending on the specific configuration. Roland electronic pads for his Mixhell work can add $1,500 to $4,000 more. Including tribal percussion instruments, a complete recreation of his current rig could exceed $18,000.