{"id":53082,"date":"2025-08-22T04:45:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-22T11:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/?p=53082"},"modified":"2025-08-22T08:51:51","modified_gmt":"2025-08-22T15:51:51","slug":"gear-breakdown-zedd","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/gear-breakdown-zedd\/","title":{"rendered":"Zedd Hears Pantera For The First Time"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gear Breakdown: \u201cCowboys From Hell\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>What happens when a world-famous DJ and producer sits behind the kit to tackle one of metal\u2019s most legendary tracks?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Zedd<\/strong>, known for crafting electronic anthems that fill arenas, stepped into unfamiliar territory at Drumeo Studios to hear and play Pantera\u2019s iconic \u201c<em>Cowboys From Hell<\/em>\u201d for the very first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Armed with explosive fills and bone-crushing grooves, Vinnie Paul\u2019s performance on this track is no walk in the park. But Zedd, who\u2019s no stranger to rhythm and energy, took on the challenge with a surprising amount of grit and finesse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BranTypKQsw?si=OkpfTnvnVzrpQYXe\" 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>Here\u2019s the gear breakdown of the <a href=\"#kit\">kit<\/a>, <a href=\"#snare\">snare<\/a> and <a href=\"#cymbals\">cymbals<\/a> that powered his Pantera experience.<\/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\">The Kit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To channel the spirit of Vinnie Paul, we built a thunderous setup using a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/raoPLd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Yamaha Recording Custom<\/a><\/strong> (<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/yamaha_recording_custom_studio_sob.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a><\/strong>) kit in a slick Piano Black finish. Known for its balanced tone and studio-grade clarity, the Recording Custom series brought out the best in both Zedd\u2019s electronic precision and Pantera\u2019s aggressive metal edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>22\u201d x 16\u201d Bass Drum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>10\u201d x 7\u201d Rack Tom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>14\u201d x 13\u201d Floor Tom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>16\u201d x 15\u201d Floor Tom<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The punchy low-end of the kick, paired with the controlled resonance of the toms, gave Zedd a rock-solid foundation to explore Vinnie\u2019s signature sound.<\/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\">The Snare<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Zedd kept things snappy and articulate with a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/gOkEqv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">14\u201d x 5.5\u201d Yamaha RC Aluminum Snare Drum<\/a><\/strong> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/yamaha_recording_custom_14x55_alu.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Europe<\/strong><\/a>). This aluminum shell offered a crisp, dry attack with a bright snap, perfect for cutting through the heavy guitar riffs without overpowering the mix. Whether he was cracking backbeats or digging into syncopated accents, this snare delivered the clarity needed to ride the storm of Pantera\u2019s grooves.<\/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\">The Cymbals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To handle the wide dynamic spectrum of \u201cCowboys From Hell,\u201d Zedd chose a suite of <strong>Sabian cymbals<\/strong>, each offering its own flavor of attack, wash, and decay. From shimmering splashes to explosive crashes, this setup let Zedd build tension and release with precision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/bO9ojm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">14\u201d Anthology Hi-Hats<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/sabian_14_hhx_anthology_low_bell_hh.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\/YR3a2K\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">22\u201d Legacy Ride<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/sabian_22_hhx_legacy_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\/DyzNRG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">17\u201d Stratus Crash<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/sabian_17_stratus_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\/PONDmM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">18\u201d Stratus Crash<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/sabian_18_stratus_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\/e1PWk6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">19\u201d Stratus Crash<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/sabian_19_stratus_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\/BnoMB0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">19\u201d AA Holy China<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/sabian_19_vault_chad_smith_holychina.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\/EEvN29\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">12\u201d AAX Ozone Splash<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/sabian_12_aax_ozone_splash.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\/RG39K2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10\u201d Evolution Splash<\/a> (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomann.de\/intl\/sabian_hhxevolution_10_splash.htm?offid=1&amp;affid=857\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Europe<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Stratus Crashes<\/strong> offered smooth, musical wash with plenty of punch, while the <strong>AA Holy China<\/strong> and stacked splashes brought in the grit and chaos Pantera is known for. The <strong>Anthology Hats<\/strong> provided a crisp and defined \u201cchick\u201d sound, perfect for Zedd\u2019s tight, electronic-inspired timing.<\/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>Zedd may be best known for dominating the EDM world, but this video proves he can throw down with the best of them, especially when you give him a killer kit and one of metal\u2019s most iconic songs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>His sense of timing, control, and dynamic shaping translated seamlessly from the booth to the drum throne, making for one of the most surprising and satisfying \u201cfirst time\u201d performances we\u2019ve had in the studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking to unleash your inner metalhead? Start by building a versatile kit like this one, and if you&#8217;re working on locking down aggressive footwork or high-speed tom runs, consider pairing your practice sessions 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>, a quiet, low-noise practice tool that helps you build speed without waking your neighbors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Crank it up. Slam those drums. And ride with Cowboys From Hell.<\/em><\/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\/08\/19121321\/2025-07-04-Drumeo-Zedd-KIT-108-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-53105\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/19121321\/2025-07-04-Drumeo-Zedd-KIT-108-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/19121321\/2025-07-04-Drumeo-Zedd-KIT-108-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/19121321\/2025-07-04-Drumeo-Zedd-KIT-108-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/19121321\/2025-07-04-Drumeo-Zedd-KIT-108-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/19121321\/2025-07-04-Drumeo-Zedd-KIT-108-2048x1365.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\/gOkEg0\" 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=zeddpantera\" 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\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gear Breakdown: \u201cCowboys From Hell\u201d What happens when a world-famous DJ and producer sits behind the kit to tackle one of metal\u2019s most legendary tracks? Zedd, known for crafting electronic anthems that fill arenas, stepped into unfamiliar territory at Drumeo Studios to hear and play Pantera\u2019s iconic \u201cCowboys From Hell\u201d for the very first time. 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