Santi Arroyo GoG performing live on stage as professional metal drummer

Drum Gear & Setups

Want to know if my setup fits your project?

I'm Santiago Arroyo «GoG», a professional metal drummer based in Madrid. I work with two setups and adapt click, sequences and triggers to what your band needs.

Tell me about your project and I'll reply within 24 hours.

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I have two drum setups: one built for live shows and one for the studio. Both use Mapex shells, UFIP Bionic Series cymbals and Axis single pedals.

Depending on what your band needs, I set up one or two bass drums, with or without triggers, with or without click and with or without sequences. Every option is detailed below.

Live setup: double bass drum

The one I use mainly for concerts and festivals.

✓2 bass drums, 20"×18" Mapex Mars Driftwood
✓10", 12" and 14" toms, Mapex Mars Driftwood
✓13"×6" Mapex Black Panther snare
✓Axis single pedals

Studio setup: single bass drum

The one I use mainly for recording sessions. In the studio I can request other models, with shells of different materials and sizes.

✓22"×18" Mapex Saturn Teal Blue Fade bass drum
✓10", 12", 14" and 16" toms, Mapex Saturn Teal Blue Fade
✓13"×6" Mapex Black Panther snare
✓Axis single pedals

Cymbals: UFIP Bionic Series

The same in both setups.

✓Hi-hat 14"
✓Crash 17"
✓Crash 18"
✓Ride 20"
✓China 18"
✓Splash 10"
✓Splash 12"
✓Bell 8"
✓Hi-hat 14" (segundo)
✓Crash FX 18"

With or without click track

I play with or without a click track, depending on how your band works. When a click is used, the B-BEAT module sends it out on its own dedicated output.

Backing tracks and sequences with B-BEAT

I own a B-BEAT module that lets me program backing tracks and sequences and trigger them myself from the kit.

Connections: the B-BEAT has 2 sends and 2 returns (L and R). The sends go out from jack to XLR, one for the click and one for the sequences. The returns are two stereo jack inputs, carrying a mix of drums, lead guitar and vocals.

Kick triggers: with or without

I can work with kick triggers (individual Footblaster units connected to a Roland TM-2 module) or without them, depending on what the hiring band needs.

Requirements if triggers are used: the module needs a power outlet and a DI box, and one mono send is provided.

Mapex backline for recording

Whenever possible, for recording sessions I work with Mapex backline supplied by the distributor, which lets me offer a wide range of shells to choose from depending on the sound your track needs.

Preparation time

For a 10-song setlist, the average preparation time is around 2 months. If your date is tighter, let me know from the start.

Technical rider

You can download the rider with the diagrams of both setups.

Download rider (PDF)

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between your two setups?

The live setup has two 20"×18" Mapex Mars Driftwood bass drums and 10", 12" and 14" toms. The studio setup has a 22"×18" Mapex Saturn Teal Blue Fade bass drum and 10", 12", 14" and 16" toms. In both I use the 13"×6" Mapex Black Panther snare and the same UFIP Bionic Series cymbals. In the studio I can request other models, with shells of different materials and sizes.

Do you work with Mapex backline?

Yes, whenever possible. For recording sessions I work with Mapex backline supplied by the distributor, which lets me choose from a wide range of shells depending on the sound the track needs.

What do I need for kick triggers?

The Footblaster triggers connect to a Roland TM-2 module, which needs a power outlet and a DI box. One mono send is provided. I use them or not depending on what the band needs.

Can you play with click track and sequences?

Yes. I have a B-BEAT module that lets me program and trigger backing tracks and sequences, with separate sends for click and sequences. I can also play without a click, depending on how the band works.