What's In Mikkey Dee's Motörhead/Scorpions Arsenal: 23 Years Behind Rock's Loudest Band | MetalForge
Explore Mikkey Dee's legendary drum setup — from 23 years powering Motörhead with Lemmy to his current role with Scorpions. Complete gear breakdown of the Sw...
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What drum kit does Mikkey Dee use with Motörhead and Scorpions?
Mikkey Dee plays a Sonor SQ2 custom-build kit — an endorsement dating back to his King Diamond days in the late 1980s. His setup features a 22 inch bass drum (dual kick for double bass runs), rack toms, and floor toms in 14 and 16 inch sizes. The SQ2's birch shells deliver a tight, punchy sound with the low-end depth central to his powerful, driving style suited to hard rock and heavy metal.
What cymbals does Mikkey Dee use with Motörhead and Scorpions?
Mikkey Dee plays Paiste Signature Series cymbals — he's been a Paiste artist since April 1987. His setup includes 14 inch Sound Edge hi-hats, Power Crashes in 19 and 20 inch sizes, a 22 inch Power Ride, and an 18 inch Heavy China. The Signature Series provides the bright, articulate response that cuts through the high-volume environments typical of Motörhead and Scorpions performances.
How much does Mikkey Dee's drum kit cost?
A Sonor SQ2 custom-build shell pack in Mikkey Dee's configuration currently retails between $4,000 and $7,000 depending on finish and configuration. His Sonor Mikkey Dee Signature snare adds $500 to $800. A matching Paiste Signature Series cymbal package can bring the total investment to $10,000 to $14,000, making it a serious professional setup appropriate for touring and studio work.