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What gear does Coldplay use?

Coldplay drummer Will Champion has been seen using a Yamaha Maple Custom Absolute kit with a Manu Katche signature snare, Zildjian A Custom and K Custom cymbals and a Pearl PowerShifter pedal. Chris Martin has been seen using a wireless Shure SM58, and Jonny Buckland's rack has held a TC 2290 delay.

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What drums does Will Champion play?

DRUM! Magazine listed a Yamaha Maple Custom Absolute kit with a 24 inch bass drum, a Yamaha Manu Katche signature snare, Zildjian A Custom hi-hats and crashes and a 22 inch K Custom ride.

What microphone does Chris Martin use?

AudioTechnology reported in 2013 that he sings into a Shure SM58 radio mic, which he loves singing into.

What delay does Jonny Buckland use?

His live rack has held TC Electronic 2290 delays and an Eventide Harmonizer, per AudioTechnology.

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Coldplay are the British band of Chris Martin, Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman and Will Champion. This guide covers Will Champion's Yamaha and Zildjian drum setup, Chris Martin's vocal mic and effects from Jonny Buckland's rack.

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