Martin Lopez Drum Kit Evolution — Complete Gear History | MetalForge
How Martin Lopez's drum setup evolved from 1997 to today. Every kit change across Soen / ex-Opeth's discography.
Frequently Asked Questions
How has Martin Lopez's drum kit changed over the years?
Martin Lopez's setup evolved across 4 distinct eras with Soen / ex-Opeth, from the "Opeth Formative Era / Still Life" (1997-2001) to their current setup. See the full era-by-era gear breakdown on MetalForge.
What was Martin Lopez's first drum kit?
Martin Lopez's earliest documented setup was during the "Opeth Formative Era / Still Life" (1997-2001). Lopez joined Opeth in 1997, replacing original drummer Anders Nordin, and immediately stamped the band's progressive death metal sound with his dynamic, jazz-informed approach. My Arms, Your Hearse (1998) introduced his playing to Opeth's catalog, but it was Still Life (1999) and especially Blackwater Park (2001) — recorded with Porcupine Tree's Steven Wilson — that established him as one of the genre's most musically sophisticated drummers, seamlessly bridging brutal extremity and delicate acoustic passages within single songs.
How many gear eras does Martin Lopez have documented?
MetalForge documents 4 distinct gear eras for Martin Lopez, spanning 1997-Present.