GEAR & PARTNERSHIPS

KARL KILLER’s DRUM SETUP

Industry Partnerships

Brand
Partnerships

Karl proudly works with respected brands in the drum industry. These companies create professional equipment used both on stage and inside the Killer Drums Studio.

Featured Drum Partner

SJC
Drums

SJC Drums are used for live performances, studio sessions, and professional content creation at Killer Drums. Their craftsmanship, tone, and stage presence make them a key part of the setup.

Live Performance Studio Recording Custom Kits
Hardware Partner

Arti Dixson Bass Drum Lift

The Arti Dixson Bass Drum Lift is used to improve positioning, projection, and overall performance feel during live and studio sessions.

Hardware Performance
Electronic & Studio

Roland

Roland electronic drums are used for studio practice, remote recording, and hybrid performance setups inside the Killer Drums Studio.

Electronic Recording
Live & Studio Setup

Primary
Drums

01
Main Acoustic Setup

SJC Custom Kit

All maple shells. 10in Rack Tom / 14in Floor Tom / 20in Bass Drum / 14in Snare

Live Studio Recording
02
Electronic Drum Setup

Roland VAD516 V-Drums

All wood shells. 10in Rack Tom / 12in Rack Tom / 14in Floor Tom / 20in Bass / 14in Snare

Recording Logic Pro Superior Drummer 3 Samples

Snare Drums

Pearl 14x5in Masters Maple
Noble & Cooley 14x5in Maple
Canopus 14x6.5in Brass
DDrum 14x5.5in Dios Bamboo
DDrum 13x7in Dios Tiger Eye Bubinga
Ludwig 14x5in Acrolite Aluminum
Ludwig 12x8in 1970s Vistalite Acrylic

SJC 14in Aluminum Snare
Brass & Hardware

Cymbals & Hardware

A carefully selected setup of cymbals and hardware used for live performances and studio recording. Focus is on tone, durability, and professional consistency.

Cymbals

Performance Setup

Zildjian 20in K Ride
Zildjian 14in K Top / Z Bottom Hihats
Sabian FRX 17in Crash
Sabian FRX 19in Crash

Hardware

Stands & Control

Pedals
DW9000 / DW5000 Double Pedal (lefty)
Stands
Pearl or Tama Heavyweight Double Braced
Drum Throne
RocNSoc Nitro Throne
Arti Dixson Bass Drum Lift
In The Studio

Studio
Recording
Setup

The Killer Drums Studio is equipped for professional remote drum recording and production. Every component is chosen to deliver studio-grade sound — from tracking to final mix.

Roland VAD503 — Electronic Drum Set

The Roland VAD503 provides an acoustic feel with full electronic flexibility — perfect for silent practice, remote recording sessions, and hybrid live configurations with studio-grade drum sounds.

  • Drums Roland VAD503 Electronic Drum Set
  • DAW Logic Pro
  • Drum Software Superior Drummer 3
  • Interface Tascam Model 12 — Audio Recording & Monitoring
  • Room Acoustically treated — New Haven, CT
Professional Grade. Every Time.

Gear Built for
the Stage
& Studio

The equipment used at Killer Drums is carefully selected to provide professional sound and performance both in the studio and on stage. Every piece earns its place.