Hannes Grossmann Drum Kit Evolution — Complete Gear History | MetalForge
How Hannes Grossmann's drum setup evolved from 2004 to today. Every kit change across Obscura / ex-Necrophagist / Alkaloid's discography.
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How has Hannes Grossmann's drum kit changed over the years?
Hannes Grossmann's setup evolved across 4 distinct eras with Obscura / ex-Necrophagist / Alkaloid, from the "Necrophagist & Epitaph Era" (2004–2007) to their current setup. See the full era-by-era gear breakdown on MetalForge.
What was Hannes Grossmann's first drum kit?
Hannes Grossmann's earliest documented setup was during the "Necrophagist & Epitaph Era" (2004–2007). Grossmann joined Necrophagist in 2004, replacing Steve Rowe, and recorded drum tracks for "Epitaph" — a technical death metal landmark still considered one of the most demanding recordings in the genre. His classical percussion background, begun in earnest around 1999, was already audible in his precise, structurally aware approach to blast beats and odd-meter passages, though no single fixed gear brand from this underground-era recording is publicly documented.
How many gear eras does Hannes Grossmann have documented?
MetalForge documents 4 distinct gear eras for Hannes Grossmann, spanning 2004-Present.