Danny Carey vs Mario Duplantier — Drum Gear Comparison | MetalForge
Side-by-side gear: Danny Carey (Tool) vs Mario Duplantier (Gojira). 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. Mario endorses Tama drums with Meinl cymbals for dark, complex tones.
What drum kit does Mario Duplantier use?
Mario Duplantier uses Tama Starclassic Bubinga (22"x18" Bass Drums x2, 12"x9" & 13"x10" Toms, 16"x16" Floor Tom) with Zildjian (14" K Sweet Hi-Hats, 14" A Custom Hi-Hats, 18" K Custom Hybrid Crash, 19" A Custom Crash, 20" K Sweet Crash, 21" Z Custom Mega Bell Ride, 18" & 20" Chinas). Danny plays Sonor drums with Paiste cymbals and custom Mandala pads. Mario endorses Tama drums with Meinl cymbals for dark, complex tones.
Which is better, Danny Carey or Mario Duplantier?
Danny Carey is the philosopher-drummer whose mathematical approach created Tool's sonic universe. Mario Duplantier is the primal force whose organic power drives Gojira's environmental message. Both represent the pinnacle of thinking drummers.