# Brann Dailor vs Chris Adler — Drum Kit Battle

> MetalForge Drummer Battle: Brann Dailor (Mastodon) vs Chris Adler (Lamb of God)

**Battle Category:** Modern Metal Masters · **URL:** https://metalforge.io/battles/brann-dailor-vs-chris-adler

Brann Dailor and Chris Adler face off in the MetalForge community drum kit battle. Both are legends in Progressive and Groove Metal, but their gear setups tell very different stories. Vote at [metalforge.io/battles/brann-dailor-vs-chris-adler](https://metalforge.io/battles/brann-dailor-vs-chris-adler) to crown the winner.

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## Brann Dailor Drum Kit Setup

**Band:** Mastodon  
**Genre:** Progressive/Sludge Metal  
**Current Kit:** Tama Starclassic Performer B/B  
**Cymbals:** Meinl Byzance Series (14" Dark Hi-Hats, 18" & 19" Brilliant Heavy Hammered Crashes, 21" Ghost Ride, 18" Extra Dry China)  
**Key Gear:** Tama S.L.P. 14x6.5" G-Maple, Tama Speed Cobra Double Pedal, Vater 5B  

## Chris Adler Drum Kit Setup

**Band:** Lamb of God  
**Genre:** Groove Metal  
**Current Kit:** Mapex Black Panther Design Lab  
**Cymbals:** Meinl Byzance Series (14" Dark Hi-Hats, 18" & 19" Dark Crashes, 21" Transition Ride, 18" Extra Dry China)  
**Key Gear:** Mapex Chris Adler Signature 14x5.5" Walnut/Maple, Mapex Falcon Double Pedal, Promark TX5AXW Chris Adler Signature  

## Gear Comparison

| Category | Brann Dailor | Chris Adler |
|----------|--------------|-------------|
| Drum Kit | Tama Starclassic Performer B/B | Mapex Black Panther Design Lab |
| Cymbals | Meinl | Meinl |
| Snare | Tama S.L.P. 14x6.5" G-Maple | Mapex Chris Adler Signature 14x5.5" Walnut/Maple |
| Pedals | Tama Speed Cobra Double Pedal | Mapex Falcon Double Pedal |

## FAQ

**Q: Who has the more expensive drum kit, Brann Dailor or Chris Adler?**  
A: Brann Dailor's Tama Starclassic Performer B/B + Meinl Byzance is estimated at $8,000–$13,000, while Chris Adler's Mapex Black Panther Design Lab + Meinl Byzance runs approximately $9,000–$14,000. Both setups are professional-grade rigs well into five-figure territory when fully configured with all cymbals, hardware, and electronics.

**Q: What are the main gear differences between Brann Dailor and Chris Adler?**  
A: Brann Dailor plays Tama Starclassic Performer B/B paired with Meinl Byzance Series (14" Dark Hi-Hats, 18" & 19" Brilliant Heavy Hammered Crashes, 21" Ghost Ride, 18" Extra Dry China). Chris Adler opts for Mapex Black Panther Design Lab with Meinl Byzance Series (14" Dark Hi-Hats, 18" & 19" Dark Crashes, 21" Transition Ride, 18" Extra Dry China). The brand choice reflects their distinct tonal identities — see the full battle breakdown at [metalforge.io/battles/brann-dailor-vs-chris-adler](https://metalforge.io/battles/brann-dailor-vs-chris-adler).

**Q: Who wins the drum kit battle, Brann Dailor or Chris Adler?**  
A: The winner is decided by community votes on MetalForge. Brann Dailor (Mastodon) and Chris Adler (Lamb of God) both bring world-class rigs. Cast your vote at [metalforge.io/battles/brann-dailor-vs-chris-adler](https://metalforge.io/battles/brann-dailor-vs-chris-adler).

**Q: What drum kits do Brann Dailor and Chris Adler play?**  
A: Brann Dailor plays Tama Starclassic Performer B/B. Chris Adler plays Mapex Black Panther Design Lab.

**Q: What cymbals do Brann Dailor and Chris Adler use?**  
A: Brann Dailor uses Meinl Byzance Series (14" Dark Hi-Hats, 18" & 19" Brilliant Heavy Hammered Crashes, 21" Ghost Ride, 18" Extra Dry China). Chris Adler uses Meinl Byzance Series (14" Dark Hi-Hats, 18" & 19" Dark Crashes, 21" Transition Ride, 18" Extra Dry China).

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*Source: [MetalForge Battles](https://metalforge.io/battles/brann-dailor-vs-chris-adler)*

*[Brann Dailor drummer profile](https://metalforge.io/drummer/brann-dailor)*
*[Chris Adler drummer profile](https://metalforge.io/drummer/chris-adler)*

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*Last updated: 2026-06-19 · Source: [MetalForge.io](https://metalforge.io)*