Omar Hakim presents his drum kit

Omar Hakim presents his drum kit exclusively for en.beatit.tv/ - the drummers' website.
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"This drum set is sort of my go-to rig for pretty much any kind of music that I’m doing, particularly funk, rock, groove stuff. I used the same configuration on Daft Punk’s album ’Random Access Memories’ but it’s also the set-up I use on my band project Ozmosys. I’ve got three rack toms: 10”, 12” and 13”, two floor toms: 14” and 16”. I’m also using a 14” x 6.5” brass Pearl Custom Alloy snare drum. Everything is Pearl, by the way. In this case, it’s the Pearl Reference Pure Series. On my left I have my auxiliary snare drum, which is my personal signature snare drum that came out many years ago with Pearl. This is a 13” x 5” drum made of African mahogany. What I love about it is it has a pretty cool tuning range. It gets up in the range of a piccolo drum but it also gets down pretty low depending on what type of head you put on it. I like to refer to it as an alto snare drum than a piccolo snare drum because it has a slightly lower voice.
All the drums are fitted with Evans UV1 drum heads and Reso 7s on the bottom.
The drum sticks are, as usual, Vic Firth. Depending on the music or the song, I use my original signature Vic Firth stick or a variation of the AJ1 that also has my signature on it. This has a wood tip, as you can see. This is a nylon tip for a bigger sound on the cymbals, particularly the ride. I use nylon here because I don’t have to worry about the tip wearing out and I can keep a consistent sound on the bell of the ride.
Cymbalwise, from left to right, I’ve got this really fun stack that is made up of… Everything is Zildjian. A 14” Zildjian ZXT Transformer. I love it because it’s a gnarly looking little guy. On top of that, I’ve got a cymbal I don’t see that often any more. It’s the EFX Re-Mix cymbal with tambourines on it. It’s just a cool sound. Lovely sound! This is a 13” Thin Crash. Next to that is an Avedis 19” cymbal. What’s interesting about the Avedis product is they’re not designated as a specific role in your setup. In other words, this cymbal could easily be a ride or a crash depending on how you touch it. It has a lot of different sounds and a lot of personality. I love this. It sort of reminds me of the cymbals that came out in the 50s and 60s. Just a really incredible, lovely sound. I’m also using these lovely hats from the same series. So cool. They’re 14” Avedis hi hats. If you go to the other side of the kit, I’ve got a 20” K Custom Hybrid Ride. Again, a cymbal that has a really versatile sound. I love it because it has a very generous-size bell. As you can see from the different techniques used to finish the cymbal, you have a section that is smooth at the bell, hammered just outside of the bell and the rest of it is lathed like a normal cymbal. It’s a very cool and versatile sound. Here, we have an 18” K Sweet Crash. Also, you can see that the finish and the lathing are different and really give that cymbal its unique personality. Last in the family is one of my favorite cymbals. This is called the K Custom Hybrid Trash Smash. I like to refer to this cymbal as my chaos-creation cymbal. I can get some insanity going with that cymbal when I need to but also it has a lot of detail and complexity. I can do a lot of things. When I’m choosing a set of cymbals, I’m looking for a cymbal that will allow me to express different moods, sounds and colors. Each one of these is a world unto itself but together it’s a lovely orchestra of tones.
That’s my setup. Maybe I’ll see you at the concert tonight. Ozmosys! Coming to your town soon!"
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[@drumrnva]

Another one of those drummers who has been cool for decades. 👍👍👍

[@mnegline1971]

one of the greatest of all time. this guy can play anything.

[@dannyboy7715]

The man never ages!

[@ShakingTwoTrees2012]

I saw Omar with Weather Report many years ago. The concert was virtually sold out, so I decided to take two seats located directly behind the stage. My wife and I watched the performance looking over Omar's shoulder and that of the percussionist whose name escapes me. He had an actual garbage can lid on a stand that he didn't touch until the very last song of the night, when he completely deformed it. Great show, incredible drummer!

[@nested_King]

Either Jose Rossy or Mino Cinelu, depending upon the tour.

[@milo8796]

“Where the Moon Goes” is the tune

[@cinqo7]

One of the most talented drummer alive!

[@paulrevelli]

Love the beer coaster on the floor toms! Beautiful set up. Stay safe out there, sir.

[@Atarijunkie72]

Legend! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@joogar]

I picked up the sig model snare from Andertons back in 99' at a discount for £275, still in pristine condition, beautiful snare, now retails in U.K. for £499, definitely a keeper!

[@toddwalkerdrumstudio]

Thanks Omar!...Been listening to you for a Loooooooooonnnnngggggggg time!...I have had your signature series snare drum for MANY, MANY years ever since it was introduced, I use it on "every" gig to date......A fantastic all-around snare!

[@shanemartin8904]

yawn

[@brianchisnell1548]

The very Ist time I ever saw Pearl Drums was at Disneyland 1974. Louie Belson was playing them. His wife, Pearl Bailey was sitting near us, knitting, while listening. I thought at that moment it was a tribute to her. I was there with my drum teacher. Incredible night.

[@charlesseagraves6210]

Mr. Hakim, you sir, are a beast of a drummer. I was first exposed to you by my drum teacher back in the 80’s. I’ve seen you many times (not live) in Modern Drummer magazine winning much deserved awards. 👍

[@leeborracho5695]

saw him with Journey a few years back. FOH Engineer had him buried with zero punch. I was pissed.

[@SONORSQ2guy]

I love the fact that Omar isn’t following the trendy large cymbal craze.

[@ColtraneTaylor]

@Steven Shelley Good to know some great drummers aren't too flashy about high priced cymbals.

[@metzilla]

man, those look like 8-10-12 rack toms from that camera angle

[@mjm5081]

❤

[@Zipp43]

Pedals? DW? Or Pearl? Stock or modded springs? custom Ceramic bearings by chance? Or stock?

[@anthonyn1312]

The kick drum is 22x18! Right or not right?

[@smithshaven8584]

If I had to pick that one guy… and there’s a lot of them that deserve the consideration… But that one guy that exemplifies everything I would put on my genie wish list of drumming skills I’d like to have… I’d simply tell the genie, “you know who Omar Hakim is!?”… “that, just give me that!” Even the attitude.

[@TheEleatic]

He is remarkable in every sense and in every way. Yes, he worked at it, but he has a special gift that sets him apart.

[@Summervibes12-t5z]

how does he play his hats?! They're miles away! Love Omar btw :-)

[@G.E.K]

Hello Omar, I have your 13 inch snare drum but I have trouble adjusting it ... Can you tell me what your skins are and especially how you adjust them to get your sound? Thank you for your answer. Jean Philippe

[@jonatasmatos5563]

And the Bassdrum?

[@mpcvore]

Same question that i asked me...!

[@calmac9720]

Looks like a 22x18 - I think that's his usual choice

[@damienjdunne2504]

Remo on the bass drum??

[@souldeep808]

Kick drum?? Pedals?

[@TC-lk2ev]

18x22 reference pure (probably) and eliminator double pedals :)

[@cjr1971]

this man is so underrated you need a tech im ur guy!😷

[@ojayandrews5659]

Can you donate a kit to a drummer in need

[@PhilRounds]

Awww....he's not gonna play em?

[@earlhayes2969]

Ok is this the new drummer for Journey

[@WhyTheHorseface]

Omar played with Journey in 2015, after drummer Deen Castronovo got kicked out for getting in legal trouble due to drug use and domestic assault, but Steve Smith returned to Journey for their 2016 touring cycle and has been with them since, only recently having once again been fired.

[@nunnayuhbitness6708]

Still looks 35.

[@karlhungus8841]

And I still suck

[@jimfritz9503]

How long have you been playing ? How often do you practice ? What kind of music do you play ? None of the really good players started out good/ experienced. You don t need to answer , just give it some thought. Best Wishes

[@Eric-xe8yg]

Youll never get better if you quit.