Best known for his thunderous grooves and theatrical precision with Cirque du Soleil, we packed up the team, travelled to Seattle and joined Eden Bahar on the ‘Kooza’ stage to hear and watch him perform the iconic Smashing Pumpkins track “Tonight, Tonight” for the very first time.
The result? A dynamic fusion of orchestral rock meets show-stopping flair. To capture the cinematic vibe of the song, Eden brought in a massive kit worthy of the big top—and big sound.
Let’s explore the kit, snare, cymbals and other gear Eden used in his Drumeo YouTube rendition, in another Drumeo gear breakdown.
Eden played a Ludwig Classic Maple kit, renowned for its warm tone and full-bodied resonance. Here’s the setup he used for this session:
This configuration allowed Eden to sculpt a huge, cinematic canvas while staying agile enough for the softer, emotional parts of the track. Sweetwater and Thomann have you covered with the base kit to get you started building this monster.
Ludwig Classic Maple Kit (Europe)
The heart of Eden’s backbeat came from a 14×7” Ludwig Anniversary model snare drum, delivering a crisp attack with rich body, ideal for both ghost note finesse and explosive accents. Its deeper shell gave him extra punch to cut through the orchestration of “Tonight, Tonight.”
Ludwig Black Brass 14×8″ (Europe)
For cymbals, Eden leaned into the shimmering brilliance of Paiste 2002 series, a perfect match for the orchestral rock textures of The Smashing Pumpkins. His setup included:
These cymbals are known for their clarity and musicality at high volumes—something that gave Eden the presence he needed without overpowering the arrangement.
Everything was secured via a Gibraltar rack system (Europe), allowing him to lock in multiple toms and cymbals with surgical precision. He also used DW 9000 pedals (Europe) for both hi-hat and bass drums—legendary for their smooth action and road-tested durability.
If you’re looking to improve your control on larger setups like Eden’s—or simply want to work on dynamic touch and consistency—you’ll love the Drumeo QuietPad. Pair it with the Pad Stand for the perfect portable setup. These tools are excellent for working on soft snare rolls and explosive accents, just like the ones Eden used throughout this performance.
Eden Bahar’s take on “Tonight, Tonight” brought all the drama and sensitivity you’d expect from a Cirque du Soleil veteran. With a kit built for maximum impact and cymbals that shimmered like a string section, Eden captured both the grandeur and intimacy of the track. Whether you’re inspired by his setup or his performance, one thing is clear: great music deserves a great drummer, and Eden delivered.
You can find everything mentioned in this Gear Breakdown at Sweetwater or Thomann if you are overseas. If this video lit a spark to start drumming (or sharpen your chops), take the next step and click the link to try Drumeo, free for 7 Days.
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