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 a Zildjian A Custom/K Custom cymbal array 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 a Zildjian A Custom/K Custom cymbal array 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.