{"product_id":"abraxas-santana-4-track-reel-to-reel-tape-7-1-2-ips","title":"7 1\/2 ips Abraxas, Santana- CBS Japan Only - 4 track reel to reel tape","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"496\" data-start=\"47\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese-only reel:\u003c\/strong\u003e The USA version was released only as a 3¾ ips tape, and the difference in sound quality is notable—both due to the higher speed and the characteristics of a CBS\/Sony duplication. Japan CBS\/Sony releases from this era are generally cleanly duplicated, with low hiss and careful packaging. EQ may tilt slightly bright and clear, which suits the percussion detail here. Listen for conga-slap definition in “Oye Como Va,” smooth organ sustain without grit in the medley, and long, even decay on the sustained notes in “Samba Pa Ti.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"496\" data-start=\"47\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSantana’s second album, \u003c\/strong\u003ereleased in 1970 and recorded in San Francisco. The lineup is Carlos Santana (guitar), Gregg Rolie (organ and vocals), David Brown (bass), Michael Carabello (congas), José “Chepito” Areas (timbales and percussion), and Michael Shrieve (drums). The music blends Afro-Latin rhythms, blues, psychedelic rock, and jazz. The cover art uses Mati Klarwein’s “Annunciation,” signaling the mystical Latin-psychedelic vibe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"523\" data-start=\"498\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTracklist and highlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-end=\"1369\" data-start=\"524\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"626\" data-start=\"524\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"626\" data-start=\"527\"\u003e“Singing Winds, Crying Beasts” — Ambient percussion and organ prelude that sets a dreamlike tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"771\" data-start=\"627\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"771\" data-start=\"630\"\u003e“Black Magic Woman \/ Gypsy Queen” — Fleetwood Mac tune joined to Gábor Szabó’s piece, with organ swells, congas, and a lyrical guitar solo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"898\" data-start=\"772\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"898\" data-start=\"775\"\u003e“Oye Como Va” — Tito Puente’s cha-cha refashioned as a rock groove, with an unforgettable organ riff and bright timbales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"983\" data-start=\"899\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"983\" data-start=\"902\"\u003e“Incident at Neshabur” — Dynamic jazz-rock with tempo shifts and modal soloing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1075\" data-start=\"984\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1075\" data-start=\"987\"\u003e“Se A Cabo” — Hard-charging Latin rock with stop-time breaks and percussion fireworks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1142\" data-start=\"1076\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1142\" data-start=\"1079\"\u003e“Mother’s Daughter” — Gritty blues-rock led by Rolie’s vocal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1237\" data-start=\"1143\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1237\" data-start=\"1146\"\u003e“Samba Pa Ti” — Signature guitar instrumental with singing sustain and melodic restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1327\" data-start=\"1238\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1327\" data-start=\"1241\"\u003e“Hope You’re Feeling Better” — Hammond-driven rocker with thick, fuzzy guitar tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1369\" data-start=\"1328\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1369\" data-start=\"1331\"\u003e“El Nicoya” — Festive percussion coda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1719\" data-start=\"1371\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound and production:  \u003c\/strong\u003eCo-produced by the band and Fred Catero. The mix leaves space for hand percussion and Hammond around Santana’s vocal-like guitar tone. Drums are tight and forward, and the bass is round yet agile. On good copies or tapes you hear deep conga and timbale texture, airy cymbals, and a warm midband that flatters guitar and organ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2072\" data-start=\"1721\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReception and legacy:  \u003c\/strong\u003eThe album topped the U.S. charts and went multi-platinum. Critics highlight its seamless fusion, with accessible singles like “Black Magic Woman” and “Oye Como Va,” balanced by adventurous instrumentals like “Incident at Neshabur” and “Samba Pa Ti.” It often appears on greatest-albums lists for influence, flow, and guitar work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2669\" data-start=\"2482\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ReelHifi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000698257628,"sku":"2037","price":639.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/1022\/7676\/files\/Untitled_design_4.png?v=1762646899","url":"https:\/\/reelhifi.ca\/products\/abraxas-santana-4-track-reel-to-reel-tape-7-1-2-ips","provider":"ReelHifi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}