{"id":52945,"date":"2025-05-14T07:52:44","date_gmt":"2025-05-14T14:52:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/?p=52945"},"modified":"2025-05-14T14:25:43","modified_gmt":"2025-05-14T21:25:43","slug":"gear-breakdown-matt-helders","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/gear-breakdown-matt-helders\/","title":{"rendered":"Gear Breakdown: The Iconic Drumming Behind \u201cR U Mine\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arctic Monkeys \u2013 Matt Helders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With explosive swagger and razor-sharp precision, <strong>Matt Helders<\/strong> doesn\u2019t just drive Arctic Monkeys\u2019 sound \u2014 he defines it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On \u201c<em>R U Mine<\/em>,\u201d his playing is a perfect storm of attitude and groove. The snare cracks like a whip, the toms growl with grit, and his cymbal work? Controlled chaos. Helders blends indie rock urgency with hip-hop swagger, anchoring the tune with power, finesse, and just enough recklessness to keep it exciting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The Iconic Drumming Behind &quot;R U Mine?&quot; | Arctic Monkeys\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/T-gyazaof8s?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s the gear breakdown of the <a href=\"#kit\">kit<\/a>, <a href=\"#snare\">snare<\/a>, <a href=\"#cymbals\">cymbals<\/a>, <a href=\"#heads\">heads and hardware<\/a> that Matt Helders used in the Drumeo YouTube video, giving this track its unmistakable punch.<\/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 Matt Helders\u2019 Drum Kit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Matt used a <strong>Ludwig Classic Oak<\/strong> in a sleek Black Satin finish for this performance. This kit is known for its loud, focused tone and deep low-end \u2014 perfect for stadium-ready rock like \u201cR U Mine.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>12\u201d x 8\u201d Tom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>16\u201d x 16\u201d Floor Tom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>22\u201d x 16\u201d Bass Drum<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udfaf <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/store\/detail\/L84233TXB--ludwig-classic-oak-3-piece-shell-pack-22-inch-bass-black-satin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop the Ludwig<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/nXAePM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/store\/detail\/L84233TXB--ludwig-classic-oak-3-piece-shell-pack-22-inch-bass-black-satin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Classic Oak<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/ludwig_classic_oak_fab_22_smoke.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/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\">\ud83e\udd41 Snare Drum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Matt\u2019s snare of choice is the <strong>Ludwig Raw CopperPhonic<\/strong> 14\u201d x 6.5\u201d \u2014 a beast of a drum that delivers a dry, throaty backbeat with plenty of body and minimal overtones. It\u2019s a favorite among rock drummers for its raw look and authoritative tone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udfaf <a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/LK5YR0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop the Ludwig CopperPhonic Snare<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/ludwig_14_x65_raw_copper_phonic.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/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>Helders sticks with the warm, dark tones of <strong>Zildjian K<\/strong> cymbals \u2014 ideal for his blend of aggression and control. These cymbals respond quickly and wash out smoothly, giving his grooves a smoky edge without overpowering the mix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>14\u201d K Custom Session Hi-Hats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>18\u201d K Sweet Crash<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>19\u201d K Sweet Crash<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>22\u201d K Light Ride<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udfaf <a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/Z6meYz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop the K Custom Session Hats<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_13714_kcustom_session_hihat.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<br>\ud83c\udfaf <a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/3JRMmn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop the 18\u201d K Sweet Crash<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_18_k_sweet_crash.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<br>\ud83c\udfaf <a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/YRjk2r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop the 19\u201d K Sweet Crash<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_19_k_sweet_crash.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<br>\ud83c\udfaf <a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/MAkYgn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop the 22\u201d K Light Ride<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/zildjian_22_k_series_light_ride.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"heads\">\ud83d\udee0\ufe0f Hardware &amp; \ud83e\udd41 Heads<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Matt keeps things streamlined with <strong>DW 6000 Series flat-based hardware<\/strong> \u2014 lightweight, classic-looking, and road-ready. His drumheads of choice bring punch, clarity, and control across the board:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Toms:<\/strong> Remo Coated Emperor over Clear Ambassador<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Snare:<\/strong> Remo Coated CS Reverse Dot<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bass:<\/strong> Remo Powerstroke 3<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udfaf <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/store\/detail\/DWCP6000ULPK--dw-6000-ultralight-hardware-pack\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop DW 6000 <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/55qBK3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hardware<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/search_dir.html?sw=dw+6000&amp;smcs=0c7ed9_2890?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<br>\ud83c\udfaf <a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/BnGYBW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop Remo Heads<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/search_dir.html?sw=remo+coated+heads&amp;smcs=0c7ed9_3773?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/p>\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>Matt Helders doesn\u2019t just keep time \u2014 he <em>owns<\/em> it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His drumming on \u201cR U Mine\u201d is a crash course in style, swagger, and substance. Every groove is deliberate. Every fill, fierce. And every gear choice reflects his raw, powerful, and unmistakably British approach to modern rock drumming. Whether it\u2019s the thunder of the Ludwig Classic Oak, the crack of the CopperPhonic snare, or the dark shimmer of his Zildjian K cymbals, this setup is designed to cut through with confidence and character.<\/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\/05\/14073756\/2025-03-04-Drumeo-Matt-Helders-KIT-107-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-52947\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/14073756\/2025-03-04-Drumeo-Matt-Helders-KIT-107-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/14073756\/2025-03-04-Drumeo-Matt-Helders-KIT-107-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/14073756\/2025-03-04-Drumeo-Matt-Helders-KIT-107-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/14073756\/2025-03-04-Drumeo-Matt-Helders-KIT-107-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/14073756\/2025-03-04-Drumeo-Matt-Helders-KIT-107-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking to channel your inner Helders, this gear will get you halfway there \u2014 the rest is all attitude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Want to play like Matt? <\/em>You can find this gear at&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/ra01B5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sweetwater<\/a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomannmusic.com\/?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Thomann<\/a>&nbsp;if you are overseas. If this video lit a spark to start drumming (or sharpen your chops), take the next step and try&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/trial?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_term=drumeo&amp;utm_campaign=mattheldersiconic\" 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>&nbsp;privacy page.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Arctic Monkeys \u2013 Matt Helders With explosive swagger and razor-sharp precision, Matt Helders doesn\u2019t just drive Arctic Monkeys\u2019 sound \u2014 he defines it. On \u201cR U Mine,\u201d his playing is a perfect storm of attitude and groove. The snare cracks like a whip, the toms growl with grit, and his cymbal work? Controlled chaos. 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