Frost vs Hellhammer — Drum Gear Comparison | MetalForge
Side-by-side gear: Frost (Satyricon / 1349) vs Hellhammer (Mayhem). Kits, cymbals, pedals, sticks — compare specs and prices.
Frequently Asked Questions
What drum kit does Frost use?
Frost uses Tama Starclassic Bubinga with Zildjian A Custom & K Series (14" A Custom Hi-Hats, 16", 17", 18" A Custom Crashes, 22" K Custom Dark Ride, 18" K China). Frost endorses Tama Starclassic Bubinga Series drums with Zildjian A Series cymbals — a setup he's used since 2013, after switching from his earlier entry-level kit. Hellhammer plays Sonor SQ2 Heavy Beech drums with Paiste RUDE Series cymbals — endorsements dating back to 1999 and 1988 respectively, decades of gear loyalty from two of Norwegian black metal's defining drummers.
What drum kit does Hellhammer use?
Hellhammer uses Sonor SQ2 Heavy Beech with Paiste (14" RUDE Hi-Hats, 18" & 19" RUDE Crashes, 20" RUDE Ride, 18" RUDE China). Frost endorses Tama Starclassic Bubinga Series drums with Zildjian A Series cymbals — a setup he's used since 2013, after switching from his earlier entry-level kit. Hellhammer plays Sonor SQ2 Heavy Beech drums with Paiste RUDE Series cymbals — endorsements dating back to 1999 and 1988 respectively, decades of gear loyalty from two of Norwegian black metal's defining drummers.
Which is better, Frost or Hellhammer?
Frost and Hellhammer represent two philosophical approaches to Norwegian black metal drumming. Frost pursues technical mastery — his precision blast beats are a clinic in controlled extremity. Hellhammer pursues raw, primal power — his playing on *De Mysteriis Dom Sathanas* is one of extreme metal's most iconic performances. The debate is technical perfection vs foundational fury.