Triggered Drums — Metal Drumming Technique | MetalForge
Learn triggered drums in metal drumming: Drum triggers convert acoustic drum hits into electronic signals, allowing drummers to enhance, replace, or augment ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Triggered Drums?
Drum triggers convert acoustic drum hits into electronic signals, allowing drummers to enhance, replace, or augment their acoustic sound with samples. In extreme metal, triggers ensure consistent kick drum sound at high speeds. While controversial among purists, triggers are an essential tool for modern metal production and live performance.
How fast are triggered drumss played?
Triggered Drums is typically played around Any.
Who is the best triggered drums drummer?
Tomas Haake (Meshuggah) is among the most cited Triggered Drums drummers, alongside Gene Hoglan, Joey Jordison, George Kollias. See the full list on MetalForge.
What are the different types of triggered drumss?
Triggered Drums has 4 main variations: Full Replacement (Triggered sample fully replaces acoustic sound); Layered/Blended (Triggered sample added to acoustic for enhancement); Multi-Zone (Different samples for different hit locations); Velocity Sensitive (Sample changes with hit intensity).