Martin Lopez Drum Kit & Gear Setup — Opeth & Soen Drummer | MetalForge
Martin Lopez Drum Kit, Gear & Setup
Complete biography of Martin Lopez, drummer for Soen and formerly Opeth. Explore his influential work on classic Opeth albums, his Soen career, and unique dr...
Quick Facts: Martin Lopez
| Band | Soen / ex-Opeth |
|---|---|
| All bands | Soen, Opeth |
| Genre | Progressive Metal / Progressive Death Metal |
| Country | Sweden |
| Primary brand | Noble |
| Drum kit | Noble & Cooley Walnut |
| Snare | Noble & Cooley Solid Shell 14x6" Maple |
| Sticks | Vic Firth American Classic 5A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What band does Martin Lopez play drums for?
Martin Lopez is a founding member and drummer of Soen since 2010. He previously drummed for Opeth from 1997-2006.
What drums does Martin Lopez play?
Martin Lopez plays a Noble & Cooley Walnut drum kit.
What drum kit does Martin Lopez play?
Martin Lopez's drum kit is a Noble & Cooley Walnut shell pack, built around a Noble & Cooley Solid Shell 14"x6" maple snare drum, with Remo drumheads.
What drum set does Martin Lopez play?
Martin Lopez's drum set pairs Noble & Cooley Walnut shells and his 14"x6" maple snare with Zildjian K Dark Series cymbals and an Axis Percussion double pedal.
What cymbals does Martin Lopez use?
Martin Lopez uses Zildjian K Dark Series cymbals, including 14" K Dark Thin Hi-Hats, 18" and 20" K Dark Medium Thin Crashes, a 22" K Dark Light Ride, and an 18" K China.
What snare drum does Martin Lopez use?
Martin Lopez's primary snare is the Noble & Cooley Solid Shell, a 14"x6" maple drum.
What pedals does Martin Lopez use?
Martin Lopez plays an Axis Percussion double pedal, seated on a DW 9100 throne.
What drumsticks does Martin Lopez use?
Martin Lopez plays Vic Firth American Classic 5A drumsticks.
What drumheads does Martin Lopez use?
Martin Lopez uses Remo drumheads across his Noble & Cooley Walnut drum kit, favoring the warm, musical tone that suits Soen's dynamic shifts between delicate and heavy passages.