{"id":53046,"date":"2025-07-18T04:45:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-18T11:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/?p=53046"},"modified":"2025-07-21T15:50:11","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T22:50:11","slug":"gear-breakdown-will-hunt-hears-in-the-stone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/gear-breakdown-will-hunt-hears-in-the-stone\/","title":{"rendered":"Gear Breakdown: Will Hunt Hears &#8220;In The Stone&#8221; For The First Time"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Evanescence Drummer Tackles The Funk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Will Hunt is no stranger to epic, heavy-hitting rock anthems \u2014 as the longtime drummer for <strong>Evanescence<\/strong>, his grooves are explosive, precise, and powerful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So what happens when you drop him into a world of horn stabs, syncopation, and undeniable groove? In this Drumeo video, Will hears and plays through <em>\u201cIn The Stone\u201d<\/em> by <strong>Earth, Wind &amp; Fire<\/strong> for the very first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The result? An unexpected journey through tight pocket grooves, accents, and fills that demand restraint, feel, and finesse \u2014 all while staying true to Will\u2019s unmistakable energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2YW3tWwjTH0?si=lH-Cw10PTxbQ6ct0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p>In this gear breakdown, we examine the <a href=\"#kit\">Kit<\/a>, <a href=\"#snare\">Snare<\/a>, <a href=\"#cymbals\">Cymbals<\/a>, and <a href=\"#gear\">Hardware<\/a> Will uses in the Drumeo YouTube video to put his spin on this classic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kit\">\ud83e\udd41 Will Hunt\u2019s Drum Kit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For this video, Will laid down the funk using a <strong>Pearl Masters Series<\/strong> drum kit \u2014 a tried-and-true workhorse known for its clarity, punch, and resonance. The double bass setup gives him all the firepower he\u2019s used to, but the dynamic range of these shells makes them just as comfortable in a funk context.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2 x 22\u201d x 18\u201d Bass Drums<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>18\u201d x 16\u201d Floor Tom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>16\u201d x 16\u201d Floor Tom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>12\u201d x 9\u201d Tom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10\u201d x 8\u201d Tom<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Want a kit that can handle both the thunder of Evanescence and the groove of Earth, Wind &amp; Fire? <a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/o4aYPn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Pearl Masters Maple Complete Series<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/pearl_masters_maple_22_4_pc_s_858.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>) offers professional tone and durability with stunning finish options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"snare\">\ud83d\udca5 Snare Drum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Will used a <strong>14\u201d x 6.5\u201d Pearl Reference Series Brass Snare<\/strong> \u2014 a snare that brings serious crack with deep body and projection. Brass shells like this one are a go-to for drummers who need cut and character, and it handled the articulate ghost notes and backbeat punches of \u201cIn The Stone\u201d beautifully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re after a versatile, loud-yet-sensitive snare with a bit of vintage flare, check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/2aBZXg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pearl Sensitone Brass Snare Drum<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/pearl_14_x65_sensitone_brass.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>) \u2013 a modern classic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cymbals\">\ud83d\udece\ufe0f Cymbals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Will\u2019s cymbal setup is all about power and presence, but with enough shimmer to fit the Earth, Wind &amp; Fire vibe. He blends Zildjian\u2019s Z Customs, A Customs, and S Series to deliver cutting crashes, articulate hats, and a mega ride that really <em>speaks.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/7aBzLr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">14\u201d Z Custom Hi-Hats<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_14_z_custom_brilliant_hi_hat.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/DyM7Ao\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">19\u201d Z Custom Crash<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_19_z_custom_crash.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/jejYDv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">19\u201d A Custom Medium Crash<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_a_custom_19.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/LKY7oj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">18\u201d A Custom Medium Crash<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_ac18_brilliant_crash.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/9LB0QW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">21\u201d Z Mega Bell Ride<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_21_z_custom_mega_bell_ride.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/e1xYBr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">12\u201d A Custom Splash<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_acustom_brilliant_12_splash.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/store\/detail\/S18CH--zildjian-s18ch-s-series-china-cymbal-18-inch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2 x 18\u201d S Series Chinas<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_18_s_series_china.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Need cymbals that can punch through guitars but still groove? Try mixing A Custom Crashes with <a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/JKY7QR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">S Series packs<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/search.html?sw=Zildjian+S+Series&amp;smcs=58d198_5958?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>) to build a versatile, modern rock setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"gear\">\ud83d\udee0\ufe0f Hardware<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Holding it all together is Pearl\u2019s legendary hardware. Will\u2019s rig included <strong>Pearl Eliminator Pedals<\/strong> and <strong>800 Series stands<\/strong>, known for their smooth action and indestructible design. For drummers who demand responsiveness without sacrificing reliability, it\u2019s hard to beat this combo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/o4aYbb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pearl Eliminator Redline Double Pedal<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/pearl_p_2052b_eliminator_pedal.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/bOgYy9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pearl H830 Hi-Hat Stand<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/pearl_h_830_hi_hat_stand.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Verdict<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Will Hunt brought power, groove, and musicality to an unexpected challenge \u2014 and the gear he used delivered at every turn. From the thunder of his twin bass drums to the crystalline attack of his Zildjian crashes, every element of his setup was dialed for controlled chaos and tight pocket playing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking to explore funk grooves with rock aggression or just want a kit that adapts to whatever your gig throws at you, Will\u2019s setup is a killer blueprint. And if you\u2019re working through tricky grooves or want to improve your timing and feel, consider practicing with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Drumeo-10024-drumeo-QuietPad\/dp\/B0CP8M2N69?ref_=ast_sto_dp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Drumeo QuietPad<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Drumeo-PadStand-drumeo\/dp\/B0CMBZLJLW?ref_=ast_sto_dp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pad Stand<\/a> \u2014 perfect for locking in tight grooves without waking the neighbors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/15104406\/2024-06-26-Drumeo-Will-Hunt-117-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-53049\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/15104406\/2024-06-26-Drumeo-Will-Hunt-117-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/15104406\/2024-06-26-Drumeo-Will-Hunt-117-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/15104406\/2024-06-26-Drumeo-Will-Hunt-117-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/15104406\/2024-06-26-Drumeo-Will-Hunt-117-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/15104406\/2024-06-26-Drumeo-Will-Hunt-117-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find everything mentioned in this Gear Breakdown at <a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/3JMgOK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sweetwater<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomannmusic.com\/?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Thomann<\/a> if you are overseas. If this video lit a spark to start drumming (or sharpen your chops), take the next step and click the link to try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/trial?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_term=drumeo&amp;utm_campaign=willhuntevanescence\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Drumeo, free for 7 Days.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*This article contains affiliate links, which means we might earn a small commission from the product seller if you make a purchase. For more info, check out our<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/privacy#affiliate-disclosure\"><em> privacy page.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Evanescence Drummer Tackles The Funk Will Hunt is no stranger to epic, heavy-hitting rock anthems \u2014 as the longtime drummer for Evanescence, his grooves are explosive, precise, and powerful. So what happens when you drop him into a world of horn stabs, syncopation, and undeniable groove? In this Drumeo video, Will hears and plays through [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":174,"featured_media":53048,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[4019,4020],"tags":[4093,4140,4137,4082,4138,4136],"class_list":["post-53046","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-drummers","category-gear","tag-drumeo-youtube","tag-earth-wind-fire","tag-evanescence","tag-gear-breakdown","tag-in-the-stone","tag-will-hunt"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/53046","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/174"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=53046"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/53046\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":53057,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/53046\/revisions\/53057"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/53048"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=53046"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=53046"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=53046"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}