BLACK SABBATH - SABBATH BLOODY SABBATH - SIDE 2 (1973) Vinyl on Vintage Gear 🎶🎸 (Captured in 24/96)

Released in late 1973, Sabbath Bloody Sabbath represents a monumental turning point for Black Sabbath. Facing severe creative burnout, the band retreated to Clearwell Castle in the Forest of Dean, where Tony Iommi unlocked the album's iconic riff. What followed was a masterclass in heavy, progressive rock that redefined what Black Sabbath could be. This album bridges raw, crushing heavy metal with ambitious progressive arrangements. Side 1 kicks off with the legendary title track's ferocious riffs and acoustic passages, moves through the acoustic beauty of Fluff, and charges forward with Sabbra Cadabra and the heavy groove of A National Acrobat. Side 2 expands their sonic universe even further—featuring synthesizer experiments on Who Are You, driving rhythms on Killing Yourself to Live, and lush orchestral arrangements on Spiral Architect. Captured directly from a vintage 1980 Dutch NEMS LP pressing (NEL 6017) using a Dual 1225 idler-drive turntable, this uncompressed 24-bit / 96 kHz transfer preserves every subtle acoustic detail, tape texture, and deep analog warmth that modern compressed remasters strip away. Tracklist & Timestamps: Side 2: 00:00 - Killing Yourself to Live 05:44 - Who Are You 09:52 - Looking for Today 14:49 - Spiral Architect Recorded direct from amplifier to digital recorder. Record Player → amplifier → digital converter/recorder Tech Specs: Player: Dual 1225 Stylus: Dual DN201 (new) Amp: Pioneer A117 Format: 24-bit/96 kHz | No sound editing. YouTube compression YouTube compression and digitization always alter the analog signal. These videos are 'sonic previews'—a glimpse into the vibe and gear. For the true warmth and depth, nothing beats the original analog needle on the wax. Pro Tip: For the best audio quality, I recommend watching in 4K/2160p. YouTube allocates higher audio bitrates to high-resolution video, making a noticeable difference in the sound. ----------------- ⚠️ Please note: Capturing analog sound direct or through a microphone and uploading it to YouTube is always a compromise. Once analog audio is digitized and compressed, the signal is significantly altered. Think of these videos as a 'sonic preview'—they offer a glimpse into the vibe and the gear, but they can’t replicate the true warmth and depth of a live vinyl session. For the authentic experience, nothing beats the original analog needle on a record." 🎶 #blacksabbath #sabbathbloodysabbath #tonyiommi #ozzyosbourne #vinyl #vinylrip #vintageaudio #rock #music