NAMM 2024: Trivium’s Alex Bent announces signature Axis bass drum pedal, “I’m super-stoked to have my own pedal with Axis. I’ve got custom artwork on these from Half Sumo Collective… I hope you guys dig them as much as I do.”

Axis Alex Bent Trivium signature bass drum pedal
(Image credit: Axis)

Axis and Alex Bent have announced the release of the Trivium drummer’s signature pedal, which is making its debut at the NAMM Show in Anaheim, California this weekend.

Adorned with graphics courtesy of martial arts apparel brand, Half Sumo Collective, as well as the Trivium 'T sword' logo, Alex Bent’s pedals appear to be a visually customised version of Axis’ Longboard pedals, which Bent has long been a user of.

Axis Alex Bent Trivium signature bass drum pedal

(Image credit: Axis)

As well as the artwork, Alex has opted for the Axis Sonic Hammer beater — designed to place the beater in front of the shaft to increase power while maintaining a light feel — shown with the felt playing surface and standard spring tension assembly. 

Alex Bent unveiled the pedals via a promo video posted to Trivium’s social media accounts. “I’m super-stoked to have my own pedal with Axis.” says Bent. “I’ve got custom artwork on these from 1/2 Sumo Collective, they do custom art for gis, a lot of fight apparel so I’m super excited to have them be a part of this. We put a lot of time and effort into these, I hope you guys dig them as much as I do. Go check ’em out!”

There’s no pricing or availability info at the time of writing, but keep your eyes on the Axis website for updates and pre-order information.

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Stuart Williams
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Stuart has been working for guitar publications since 2008, beginning his career as Reviews Editor for Total Guitar before becoming Editor for six years. During this time, he and the team brought the magazine into the modern age with digital editions, a Youtube channel and the Apple chart-bothering Total Guitar Podcast. Stuart has also served as a freelance writer for Guitar World, Guitarist and MusicRadar reviewing hundreds of products spanning everything from acoustic guitars to valve amps, modelers and plugins. When not spouting his opinions on the best new gear, Stuart has been reminded on many occasions that the 'never meet your heroes' rule is entirely wrong, clocking-up interviews with the likes of Eddie Van Halen, Foo Fighters, Green Day and many, many more.