- Drum Kit: Uses a Gretsch drum kit in a “Silver Glass” finish, which is a color he prefers over the older “Champagne Sparkle.” He mentions that Gretsch doesn’t do Champagne Sparkle much anymore, making Silver Glass an appealing alternative.
- Toms: He plays a setup that includes a 12×8 tom and floor toms sized 16×16 and 14×14. He prefers a reverse floor tom setup with the larger drum as his main floor tom for more low-end.
- Bass Drum: Uses a 22×16 bass drum, preferring it over larger sizes like 24×16 for its low-end capabilities depending on tuning and dampening.
- Dampening Techniques: Has moved away from using Moon Gels in favor of O-rings and internal dampeners, particularly in the studio, for a specific sound. He also mentions using snare weights for a dry sound and tape for additional dampening.
- Snare Drum: Describes his snare drum as a custom 5.5×14 USA custom, mentioning a preference for a tight, high-pitched sound to facilitate ghost notes and other techniques.
- Cymbals: Prefers dry, articulate cymbals that allow for clear definition and quick decay, mentioning a specific preference for a ride cymbal that can double as a crash for accents.
- Hardware: Details include his unique throne setup, mentioning difficulty in finding the specific model he prefers, and discusses the importance of comfort and adaptability in his hardware choices.
- Sticks: Uses Vic Firth Extreme 5A sticks, appreciating their balance for his technique and the tonal qualities they help produce.
- Pedal: Talks about a pedal setup that does not have a heel plate, which he prefers for its feel and the connection it provides to his playing style.