# Behemoth — Drummer & Gear Profile | MetalForge

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## Band Overview

- **Drummer:** Inferno (1997–present)
- **Genre:** Blackened Death Metal, Death Metal
- **Active:** 1991–present
- **Country:** Poland (Gdańsk)
- **Status:** Active

## Drummer(s)

**Inferno** — 1997–present (real name: Zbigniew Promiński)
Inferno joined Behemoth in 1997 during the band's transition from black metal to blackened death metal. He has been the band's drummer ever since, playing on every major album from *Satanica* (1999) onward. Known for his power, precision, and blast beat endurance, Inferno is one of the most respected extreme metal drummers in Europe. He uses an unusual double pedal combination — the **Czarcie Kopyto (Devil's Hoof)** — a handcrafted Polish boutique double pedal, which has become part of his signature sound. He also holds the distinction of playing with Pearl hardware outside Poland.

[Inferno full profile →](https://metalforge.io/drummer/inferno) · [LLM markdown](https://metalforge.io/llms/drummers/inferno.md)

## Kit Overview

Inferno plays **Pearl Masterworks** shells paired with **Paiste RUDE Series** cymbals. His distinctive **Czarcie Kopyto (Devil's Hoof)** double pedal is handcrafted in Poland by a small boutique manufacturer.

- **Drums:** Pearl Masterworks
- **Snare:** Pearl Reference 14×5" Steel
- **Cymbals:** Paiste RUDE Series (14" Hi-Hats, 14" Blast China, 18" & 19" Crashes, 24" Mega Power Ride, 18" China)
- **Pedals:** Czarcie Kopyto (Devil's Hoof) Double Pedal
- **Throne:** Pearl D-2000

## Signature Sound

Behemoth's drumming is defined by Inferno's ability to play with overwhelming power while maintaining melodic and compositional awareness within Nergal's complex blackened death metal arrangements. Albums like *Demigod* (2004), *The Apostasy* (2007), and *The Satanist* (2014) showcase his combination of hyper-fast blast beats with structured, varied patterns that support the atmospheric and symphonic elements of the music. The transition from Behemoth's early black metal to their current blackened death metal sound is reflected in Inferno's increasing technical sophistication. *The Satanist* is considered one of the greatest blackened death metal albums ever recorded.

## Albums

| Album | Year | Drummer |
|---|---|---|
| And the Forests Dream Eternally (EP) | 1995 | Les (Zbyszek Promotional) |
| Sventevith (Storming Near the Baltic) | 1995 | Les |
| Grom | 1996 | Les |
| Bewitching the Pomerania (Demo) | 1997 | Inferno |
| Pandemonic Incantations | 1998 | Inferno |
| Satanica | 1999 | Inferno |
| Thelema.6 | 2000 | Inferno |
| Zos Kia Cultus | 2002 | Inferno |
| Demigod | 2004 | Inferno |
| The Apostasy | 2007 | Inferno |
| Evangelion | 2009 | Inferno |
| The Satanist | 2014 | Inferno |
| I Loved You at Your Darkest | 2018 | Inferno |
| Opvs Contra Natvram | 2022 | Inferno |

## FAQ

**Q: Who plays drums in Behemoth?**
A: Inferno (real name: Zbigniew Promiński) has been Behemoth's drummer since 1997. He joined during the band's transition from black metal to blackened death metal and has appeared on all major studio albums.

**Q: What drum kit does Behemoth's drummer use?**
A: Inferno plays Pearl Masterworks drums with Pearl Reference 14×5" steel snare and the unique handcrafted Czarcie Kopyto (Devil's Hoof) double bass pedal made in Poland.

**Q: What cymbals does Inferno use?**
A: Inferno uses Paiste RUDE Series cymbals including RUDE Hi-Hats, RUDE Crashes, and the distinctive 24" Mega Power Ride — a cymbal chosen for its extreme projection and cutting power.

**Q: What is the Czarcie Kopyto pedal?**
A: Czarcie Kopyto (meaning "Devil's Hoof" in Polish) is a boutique double bass drum pedal handcrafted in Poland. Inferno has been instrumental in popularising this brand internationally.

**Q: What is Behemoth's most acclaimed album?**
A: *The Satanist* (2014) is widely regarded as Behemoth's masterpiece — it topped numerous year-end metal lists and is considered one of the finest blackened death metal albums ever recorded.

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