Danny Carey vs Brann Dailor — Drum Gear Comparison | MetalForge
Side-by-side gear: Danny Carey (Tool) vs Brann Dailor (Mastodon). Kits, cymbals, pedals, sticks — compare specs and prices.
Frequently Asked Questions
What drum kit does Danny Carey use?
Danny Carey uses Sonor SQ2 Heavy Beech with Paiste Signature Series (14" Sound Edge Hi-Hats, 18" & 20" Power Crashes, 22" Dry Heavy Ride "Monad", 2002 & Signature China cymbals). Danny plays Sonor drums with Paiste cymbals and custom Mandala pads. Brann uses Tama Starclassic Performer B/B drums with Meinl Mb20 & Mb8 Series cymbals.
What drum kit does Brann Dailor use?
Brann Dailor uses Tama Starclassic Performer B/B with Meinl Byzance Series (14" Dark Hi-Hats, 18" & 19" Brilliant Heavy Hammered Crashes, 21" Ghost Ride, 18" Extra Dry China). Danny plays Sonor drums with Paiste cymbals and custom Mandala pads. Brann uses Tama Starclassic Performer B/B drums with Meinl Mb20 & Mb8 Series cymbals.
Which is better, Danny Carey or Brann Dailor?
Two artists who transcend drumming. Danny Carey is the philosopher-mathematician behind the kit. Brann Dailor is perpetual motion incarnate. Both have created unique voices in progressive metal.