Dominic Howard

Photographer, Will Hawkins takes us behind-the-scenes in this photo shoot with Dom Howard demonstrating his Pro-Mark American Hickory 101 Drum Sticks. Though now noted to have been seen using Vic Firth American Jazz AJ2 drumsticks, Howard has made his own signature series drumsticks with Pro-Mark. The hickory TX101W Dom Howard wooden tipped drumstick is 16" (40.64 cm) long and is 0.571" (1.45 cm) thick with an olive tip.

On Dominic's artist page, on Zildjian's website, there is a list of some of the cymbals Howard uses. Among the list is the 20" A Custom EFX Crash.

Howard is seen using a Silver Sparkle Tama Starclassic set with a matching snare in the Plug in Baby music video, but also those for Feeling Good and Hyper Music.

Dom Howard is best known as the drummer, percussionist and co-producer for the English rock band Muse. Dom brings an energy to the stage that is undeniable -- and his perfect pair is the Vic Firth American Jazz® AJ2.

This microphone was used as a kick drum microphone for song "Drones", according to Sound on Sound interview.

Dominic Howard of Muse uses a custom DW Jazz Series drum set, featuring a Spiral Glitter finish. The set includes a 22" x 20" bass drum, a 14" x 6.5" Collector’s Series snare with knurled black nickel over steel, a 12" x 10" tom, a 15" x 15" floor tom, a 16" x 16" floor tom, and an 18" x 16" floor tom. Details are outlined in DRUM! Magazine's piece "Muse’s Dominic Howard: Man Meets Machine."

Dom has used a Q Drum Co. Mahogany Kit in black with gold double stripe, tom sizes undisclosed

Howard is seen using this snare in the New Born video, along with a matte black Pearl Masters set.

Mix engineer Tommaso Colliva on recording Drones : "On some songs the room microphones would be quite compressed, usually using an Audio & Design Compex F760X RS."

Used in the simulation theory period

In the video provided, Dominic Howard can be seen [@ 1:54] using a Pork Pie Big Boy drum throne is Silver/Zebra finish.

Dom used this kit when recording the Simulation Theory Album. Sizes: 24" x 14" kick 12" x 10", 16" x 15" and 18" x 16" toms 14" x 6.5" Yamaha Custom snare

In the Time is Running Out video, Howard is seen using this snare drum along with a Yamaha Custom Advantage drumkit.

Dominic is endorsed by Zildjian and is listed on http://zildjian.com/Artists/H/Dominic-Howard

Dominic Howard, drummer for the band Muse, uses the DW 9000 Single Bass Drum Pedal, renowned for its innovative design and superior performance features. According to Musedrums, this pedal is part of his drum kit, offering smooth, precise action through its advanced multi-bearing system, adjustable cam, and chain-driven mechanism. The DW 9000 is designed for efficiency and power, making it a top choice for professional drummers.

Used as Batter head during the OoS period.

In this article Dom says he uses these IEMs

As you can see in the post, Matt gave Dom a left-handed signature Manson for his birthday

Dom can be seen playing the drum sounds to Propaganda with this pad in this video uploaded by the band

Used in the Black Holes and Revelations Period.

Used in the Origin Of Symmetry and Hullaboo Period

Used in OOS, Hullaboo, and Absolution

Dominic Howard has used a Q Drum Co. Copper - 22" x 14" kick 12" x 9", 16" x 16" toms

On Dominic Howard's artist page, on Zildjian's website, there is a list of the cymbals that Dominic uses. That list features the Zildjian 14" K Custom Dark Hi Hats.

Howard can be seen using this drumkit throughout the New Born video, along with a Ludwig Black Beauty snare.

Dominic Howard is an endorsed Zildjian artist and is listed on http://zildjian.com/Artists/H/Dominic-Howard

Dominic is an endorsed Zildjian artist and is listed on http://zildjian.com/Artists/H/Dominic-Howard

Dominic Howard uses the DW 9000 Hi-Hat Stand, as detailed on the Muse Drums website. This stand, part of the DW 9000 Series, features a patented Double Eccentric Cam for increased sensitivity and responsiveness, and an Infinitely Adjustable Locking Spring Tension for a customized feel. The stand's extended footboard is ideal for advanced foot techniques, complementing the 9000XF bass drum pedals.

Used in BH&R Tour to Present (at time of Drones tour)

Used on Absolution Tour.