{"id":52827,"date":"2025-03-28T11:41:29","date_gmt":"2025-03-28T18:41:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/?p=52827"},"modified":"2025-05-08T13:40:32","modified_gmt":"2025-05-08T20:40:32","slug":"andy-hurley-gear-breakdown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/andy-hurley-gear-breakdown\/","title":{"rendered":"Andy Hurley Gear Breakdown &#8211; The Iconic Drumming Behind &#8220;Thnks Fr Th Mmrs&#8221; | Fall Out Boy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A track fueled by theatrical flair and precision-driven energy, <em>Thnks Fr Th Mmrs<\/em> proves that a drummer doesn\u2019t have to sit in the spotlight to be iconic\u2014they just need to drive the engine with power and taste. Andy Hurley does just that. His performance on this Fall Out Boy classic blends punk urgency with arena-rock polish, creating a groove that\u2019s as memorable as the song\u2019s vowels-deprived title.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The Iconic Drumming Behind &quot;Thnks Fr Th Mmrs&quot; | Fall Out Boy\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KanNzjzMwg8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In this <em>&#8216;Andy Hurley Gear Breakdown&#8217;<\/em>  from his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=KanNzjzMwg8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Drumeo YouTube performance<\/a>, we explore <a href=\"#kit\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#kit\">the kit<\/a>, <a href=\"#snares\">snares<\/a>, <a href=\"#cymbals\">cymbals<\/a> and <a href=\"#heads\">heads<\/a> to discover what exactly gives his playing such punch and presence. Some of his gear is no longer in production, but we have you covered with Drumeo-recommended alternatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kit\">\ud83e\udd41 The Kit: Tama Starclassic Birch Bubinga \u2013 Red Sparkle Fade<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Aesthetically striking and sonically rich, Andy\u2019s <strong>Tama Starclassic Birch Bubinga<\/strong> kit delivers a crisp attack with warm, punchy lows. The combination of birch and bubinga gives the drums an ideal blend of articulation and body\u2014perfect for cutting through Fall Out Boy\u2019s layered arrangements. In terms of sizing, Andy uses:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>22\u201d x 16\u201d Bass Drum <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>12\u201d x 9\u201d Rack Tom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>16\u201d x 16\u201d Floor Tom<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the Birch Bubinga is no longer available, we recommend the <a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/Z6BKeK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tama\u00a0Starclassic Walnut\/Birch<\/a>, which comes in a wide variety of colors. This setup delivers the thunder you hear in the chorus and the tight, articulate fills that pepper the verses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"snares\">\ud83e\udd41 The Snares: Two-Headed Snare Attack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Andy\u2019s approach isn\u2019t one-snare-fits-all. He brings two distinct voices to the table:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tama John Tempesta Signature Snare \u2013 14\u201d x 7\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">We recommend the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/AP23gj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tama Starclassic Walnut\/Birch Snare<\/a> in the Tempesta snares&#8217; place<\/span>. This beast packs serious weight. Its deep shell and aggressive tone deliver the crack you need to drive pop-punk power grooves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tama Soundworks Snare \u2013 10\u201d x 7\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A smaller auxiliary snare that adds tight, percussive texture\u2014great for those quick ghost note flurries or verse dynamics. A suitable alternative to this is the <a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/o40LvW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tama\u00a0Metalworks 10&#8243; x 5.5&#8243; Steel Snare Drum<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cymbals\">\ud83e\udd41 Cymbals: Zildjian K Series \u2013 Dark, Sweet, and Explosive<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The K Series from Zildjian is known for its dark complexity, and Andy uses them to full effect\u2014blending finesse and fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/WyRdze\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">21&#8243; K Sweet Ride<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/EEJePD\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">19&#8243; K Sweet Crash<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/nXoEvM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">19&#8243; K Dark Thin Crash<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/6yod1m\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">14&#8243; K Fat Hi-Hats<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The ride is articulate and controlled while still giving off a washy edge when opened up. The crashes bloom with dark richness, and the hats? Fat, funky, and full of character\u2014just like Andy\u2019s grooves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\udeb5 Sticks: Zildjian Andy Hurley Signature Sticks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Naturally, Hurley uses his signature Zildjian sticks, designed for high-velocity rock with just enough finesse for controlled dynamics. Expect durability, balance, and just a bit of extra reach for those cymbal chokes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"heads\">\ud83e\udd41 Drumheads: Remo Emperor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/AP23MN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Remo Emperor<\/a> heads on the toms provide durability and warmth\u2014perfect for loud environments without sacrificing tone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/XmOn9b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Remo Powerstroke 3<\/a> on the bass drum gives you focused low-end with just enough muffling built in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfa7 Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Andy Hurley\u2019s playing on <em>Thnks Fr Th Mmrs<\/em> proves that precision doesn\u2019t mean sterile\u2014and power doesn\u2019t mean overplaying. His gear reflects his dynamic range as a drummer: explosive when it needs to be, understated when the song calls for space. With this rig, you\u2019re not just playing Fall Out Boy tunes\u2014you\u2019re channeling the spirit of a drummer who knows exactly when to go big and when to pull back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.musora.com\/musora-cdn\/image\/quality=85\/https:\/\/drumeoblog.s3.amazonaws.com\/beat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/26124731\/Screenshot-2025-03-26-at-1.44.53%E2%80%AFPM-1024x563.png\" alt=\"Andy Hurley Gear Breakdown\" class=\"wp-image-52829\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are inspired to recreate the signature drum sound from Andy Hurley \/ Fall Out Boy, you can find all the gear you need at <a href=\"https:\/\/sweetwater.sjv.io\/qzZx7Y\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sweetwater<\/a>. If you want to see Andy bring it all to life, check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/KanNzjzMwg8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">full performance on Drumeo\u2019s YouTube channel<\/a>. Lastly, if you want to play along with Fall Out Boy and learn <em>Thnks Fr Th Mmrs<\/em>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/trial?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_term=drumeo&amp;utm_campaign=andyhurley\">try Drumeo free for 7 Days<\/a> and head over to our songs section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*This article contains affiliate links, which means we might earn a small commission from the product seller if you make a purchase. For more info, check out our<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/privacy#affiliate-disclosure\"><em> privacy page.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A track fueled by theatrical flair and precision-driven energy, Thnks Fr Th Mmrs proves that a drummer doesn\u2019t have to sit in the spotlight to be iconic\u2014they just need to drive the engine with power and taste. Andy Hurley does just that. 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