How to Sound Like Alex Bent — Drum Gear & Setup Guide | MetalForge
Replicate Alex Bent's ex-Trivium / Arkaik / Dragonlord drum sound. Gear list, settings, and technique tips to get that signature tone.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long was Alex Bent Trivium's drummer?
Alex Bent was Trivium's drummer from 2017 to 2025, recording four studio albums: "The Sin and the Sentence" (2017), "What the Dead Men Say" (2020), "In the Court of the Dragon" (2021), and "Struck Dead" (2025).
What gear does Alex Bent use?
Bent plays a Pearl Reference Series kit with a 14" x 6.5" maple/birch snare, Meinl Byzance Brilliant Series cymbals, an Axis Percussion double pedal, and Vic Firth 5B sticks.
What was Alex Bent's background before Trivium?
Bent built his reputation in technical death metal with Brain Drill, Arkaik, and Battlecross, and filled in for Gene Hoglan on Testament tour dates. Producer Mark Lewis recommended him to Trivium in 2017.
How do I get Alex Bent's blast beat clarity?
Practice blast beats slowly with a metronome, focusing on identical volume across every kick, snare, and hi-hat hit before increasing tempo. Bent's technical death metal training emphasizes articulation over raw speed.
What Trivium albums best showcase Alex Bent's drumming?
"The Sin and the Sentence" (2017) is his studio debut and a strong entry point. "In the Court of the Dragon" (2021) highlights his most progressive, song-serving fill work across Trivium's more complex arrangements.