Here’s a deep-dive into the drum kit used by Roger Taylor during Queen’s tour for their album _The Game_ . This kit was famously seen in _Queen Rock Montreal_ , which had a recent re-release in IMAX. It was actually my viewing of this re-release that inspired the creation of this video. I’ve listed the gear below for anyone who wants a comprehensive guide as to what Taylor used on this tour without having to go through the whole video. Equipment that is mostly pure guesswork is denoted by a “?“ next to it.
*Timestamps:*
0:00 – The Game Kit
1:50 – The Drums
6:35 – The Cymbals
10:18 – The Drumheads
11:14 – The Percussion
11:35 – The Electronics
12:45 – The Drumsticks
13:00 – The Hardware
14:36 – The Microphones
16:54 – The End
*ROGER TAYLOR’S SILVER SPARKLE DRUM KIT (1980 – 1981):*
Drums Timpani (Ludwig Classic 6-Ply Maple in “Sparkle Silver No. 104” w/ Blue/Olive Badges Remo Rototoms Ludwig Ringer Timpani in Copper Finish):
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