Hellhammer Drum Kit Evolution — Complete Gear History | MetalForge
How Hellhammer's drum setup evolved from 1988 to today. Every kit change across Mayhem's discography.
Frequently Asked Questions
How has Hellhammer's drum kit changed over the years?
Hellhammer's setup evolved across 3 distinct eras with Mayhem, from the "Early Mayhem Era" (1988–1994) to their current setup. See the full era-by-era gear breakdown on MetalForge.
What was Hellhammer's first drum kit?
Hellhammer's earliest documented setup was during the "Early Mayhem Era" (1988–1994). Hellhammer joined Mayhem in 1988, stepping behind the kit during the band's most turbulent and mythologized period. The 1993 live recordings (later released as "Live in Leipzig") document him establishing the blast-beat template that "De Mysteriis Dom Sathanas" (1994) would codify into the benchmark black metal drum performance — raw, fast, and precise from the very beginning, recorded at Grieghallen Studio under producer Pytten.
How many gear eras does Hellhammer have documented?
MetalForge documents 3 distinct gear eras for Hellhammer, spanning 1988-Present.