# Vinnie Paul vs Dave Lombardo — Drum Kit Battle

> MetalForge Drummer Battle: Vinnie Paul (Pantera / Damageplan / Hellyeah) vs Dave Lombardo (Slayer)

**Battle Category:** Groove Metal Icons · **URL:** https://metalforge.io/battles/vinnie-paul-vs-dave-lombardo

Vinnie Paul and Dave Lombardo face off in the MetalForge community drum kit battle. Both are legends in Groove Metal and Thrash Metal, but their gear setups tell very different stories. Vote at [metalforge.io/battles/vinnie-paul-vs-dave-lombardo](https://metalforge.io/battles/vinnie-paul-vs-dave-lombardo) to crown the winner.

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## Vinnie Paul Drum Kit Setup

**Band:** Pantera / Damageplan / Hellyeah  
**Genre:** Groove Metal / Heavy Metal  
**Current Kit:** ddrum Vinnie Paul Signature Series  
**Cymbals:** Sabian AA & AAX Series (14" Hi-Hats, 18" & 19" Crashes, 21" Ride, 18" China)  
**Key Gear:** ddrum Vinnie Paul Signature 14x8", ddrum Double Pedal, Vic Firth American Classic 5B  

## Dave Lombardo Drum Kit Setup

**Band:** Slayer  
**Genre:** Thrash Metal  
**Current Kit:** Tama Starclassic Maple  
**Cymbals:** Paiste RUDE & 2002 Series (15" Sound Edge Hi-Hats, 18" & 19" Crashes, 22" Reign Power Ride, 18" China)  
**Key Gear:** Tama S.L.P. 14x6.5" G-Maple, Tama Iron Cobra 900 Double Pedal, Promark Dave Lombardo Signature 2Bx  

## Gear Comparison

| Category | Vinnie Paul | Dave Lombardo |
|----------|-------------|---------------|
| Drum Kit | ddrum Vinnie Paul Signature Series | Tama Starclassic Maple |
| Cymbals | Sabian | Paiste |
| Snare | ddrum Vinnie Paul Signature 14x8" | Tama S.L.P. 14x6.5" G-Maple |
| Pedals | ddrum Double Pedal | Tama Iron Cobra 900 Double Pedal |

## FAQ

**Q: Who has the more expensive drum kit, Vinnie Paul or Dave Lombardo?**  
A: Vinnie Paul's ddrum Vinnie Paul Signature + Sabian AA/AAX is estimated at $8,000–$12,000, while Dave Lombardo's Tama Starclassic Maple + Paiste RUDE runs approximately $7,000–$10,000. 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 Vinnie Paul and Dave Lombardo?**  
A: Vinnie Paul plays ddrum Vinnie Paul Signature Series paired with Sabian AA & AAX Series (14" Hi-Hats, 18" & 19" Crashes, 21" Ride, 18" China). Dave Lombardo opts for Tama Starclassic Maple with Paiste RUDE & 2002 Series (15" Sound Edge Hi-Hats, 18" & 19" Crashes, 22" Reign Power Ride, 18" China). The brand choice reflects their distinct tonal identities — see the full battle breakdown at [metalforge.io/battles/vinnie-paul-vs-dave-lombardo](https://metalforge.io/battles/vinnie-paul-vs-dave-lombardo).

**Q: Who wins the drum kit battle, Vinnie Paul or Dave Lombardo?**  
A: The winner is decided by community votes on MetalForge. Vinnie Paul (Pantera / Damageplan / Hellyeah) and Dave Lombardo (Slayer) both bring world-class rigs. Cast your vote at [metalforge.io/battles/vinnie-paul-vs-dave-lombardo](https://metalforge.io/battles/vinnie-paul-vs-dave-lombardo).

**Q: What drum kits do Vinnie Paul and Dave Lombardo play?**  
A: Vinnie Paul plays ddrum Vinnie Paul Signature Series. Dave Lombardo plays Tama Starclassic Maple.

**Q: What cymbals do Vinnie Paul and Dave Lombardo use?**  
A: Vinnie Paul uses Sabian AA & AAX Series (14" Hi-Hats, 18" & 19" Crashes, 21" Ride, 18" China). Dave Lombardo uses Paiste RUDE & 2002 Series (15" Sound Edge Hi-Hats, 18" & 19" Crashes, 22" Reign Power Ride, 18" China).

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*Source: [MetalForge Battles](https://metalforge.io/battles/vinnie-paul-vs-dave-lombardo)*

*[Vinnie Paul drummer profile](https://metalforge.io/drummer/vinnie-paul)*
*[Dave Lombardo drummer profile](https://metalforge.io/drummer/dave-lombardo)*

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