What's In Paul Bostaph's Slayer Arsenal | MetalForge
Complete breakdown of Paul Bostaph's drum kit setup. Discover the gear Slayer's longest-serving drummer used from Divine Intervention to the Final World Tour...
Frequently Asked Questions
What drum kit does Paul Bostaph use with Slayer?
Paul Bostaph plays a Pearl Masters Maple Complete (MCX) kit configured with dual 22x18 inch bass drums for live performance, 10 and 12 inch rack toms, and 14 and 16 inch floor toms. The all-maple shells produce a focused, powerful tone with strong low-end projection suited to Slayer's dense, aggressive sound. He uses a Pearl Masters steel snare at 14x6.5 inches, adding a cutting, metallic crack that cuts through the band's wall of guitars.
What cymbals does Paul Bostaph use with Slayer?
Paul Bostaph plays Sabian AAX cymbals, a bright, controlled series that replaced the Paiste RUDE and Zildjian A Custom lines from his earlier Slayer chapters. His setup includes AAX 14 inch Stage Hi-Hats, 17 and 19 inch X-Plosion Crashes, a 21 inch Stage Ride, and an 18 inch AAXtreme China. The AAX series is engineered for direct, cutting projection, making it ideally suited to Slayer's relentless live environment. The series' bright, controlled tone marked the final cymbal chapter of Bostaph's Slayer career.
How much does Paul Bostaph's Slayer drum kit cost?
Paul Bostaph's Pearl Masters Maple Complete shell pack is estimated at $3,000 to $4,500 depending on finish and configuration. His Pearl Masters steel snare adds $350 to $550. A full Sabian AAX cymbal setup matching his configuration runs approximately $1,400 to $2,000. A complete replica of his rig would cost between $4,750 and $7,050, reflecting Pearl and Sabian's mid-to-premium positioning in the drum market.