Richard Christy Drum Kit Evolution — Complete Gear History | MetalForge
How Richard Christy's drum setup evolved from 1996 to today. Every kit change across Death / Iced Earth's discography.
Frequently Asked Questions
How has Richard Christy's drum kit changed over the years?
Richard Christy's setup evolved across 4 distinct eras with Death / Iced Earth, from the "Joining Death & Control Denied" (1996–1998) to their current setup. See the full era-by-era gear breakdown on MetalForge.
What was Richard Christy's first drum kit?
Richard Christy's earliest documented setup was during the "Joining Death & Control Denied" (1996–1998). Richard Christy moved to Florida specifically to break into the death metal scene, and was handpicked by Chuck Schuldiner after auditions to join both Death and Control Denied in 1996 — stepping into a drum chair previously held by Gene Hoglan. His Pearl Masters Custom maple shell pack and Sabian AA cymbal setup gave him a clean, articulate foundation to build the speed and precision Schuldiner's increasingly progressive songwriting demanded.
How many gear eras does Richard Christy have documented?
MetalForge documents 4 distinct gear eras for Richard Christy, spanning 1996-2007.