George Kollias vs Pete Sandoval — Drum Gear Comparison | MetalForge
Side-by-side gear: George Kollias (Nile) vs Pete Sandoval (Morbid Angel). Kits, cymbals, pedals, sticks — compare specs and prices.
Frequently Asked Questions
What drum kit does George Kollias use?
George Kollias uses Pearl Masterworks Stadium Exotic (Piano Black with Gold Hardware) with Zildjian (14" K Mastersound Hi-Hats, 17" & 18" K Custom Dark Crashes, 21" A Custom Mega Bell Ride, 18" China). George plays Pearl drums with Pearl Demon XR pedals for speed. Pete played a ddrum kit since 1989 — exact model and cymbal brand were never publicly documented.
What drum kit does Pete Sandoval use?
Pete Sandoval uses ddrum (specific series unconfirmed) with Cymbal brand/model not publicly documented. George plays Pearl drums with Pearl Demon XR pedals for speed. Pete played a ddrum kit since 1989 — exact model and cymbal brand were never publicly documented.
Which is better, George Kollias or Pete Sandoval?
Pete Sandoval laid the foundation for extreme death metal drumming. George Kollias elevated it to new technical heights. Both are essential figures in death metal history.