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.

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.

Dominic Howard, drummer for the band Muse, uses Promark Hot Rods as part of his drum setup. According to information from Musedrums, these drumsticks are crafted from premium select birch dowels, providing excellent consistency and feel. The unique wrap near the neck offers a tight sound and enhanced durability, making them a preferred choice for dynamic performances.

"...his throne was a Tama First Chair with back-rest, and is now a Pork Pie Big Boy Silver / Zebra. He has used Zildjian Dennis Chambers signature series drumsticks, Shaw 5BN drumsticks (Hullabaloo) and Promark TX5BNs (Live 8, and BH&R tour)..."

"He has used Zildjian Dennis Chambers signature series drumsticks"

Dominic Howard had his own signature drumstick, the Promark TX101W, which was available in the UK and by special order in the US. These sticks were discontinued after he left Promark in 2013. A YouTube video by William Hawkins II, featuring a photoshoot with Dominic Howard of Muse, provides insight into his use of these sticks.

"He has used Zildjian Dennis Chambers signature series drumsticks, Shaw 5BN drumsticks (Hullabaloo) and Promark TX5BNs (Live 8, and BH&R tour), Marco Minneman signature sticks, as well as many others."