Heaven & Hell Members, Gear & Sound

Black Sabbath/Dio reunion

Genre

Rock Metal Hard rock Doom metal Heavy metal album rock

Members

Select a Heaven & Hell band member to check out the music gear they use live and in the studio.

Tony Iommi

Roles:

Guitarist Keyboardist Composer

Groups:

Black Sabbath Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes Rock Aid Armenia Hale & Pace and the Stonkers Mythology Velvett Fogg WhoCares

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Geezer Butler

Roles:

Bassist Keyboardist

Groups:

Black Sabbath Ozzy Osbourne G//Z/R Deadland Ritual Bullring Brummies

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Glenn Hughes

Roles:

Singer Bassist

Groups:

Black Sabbath Deep Purple Kings of Chaos The Dead Daisies Trapeze Phenomena Black Country Communion Hughes/Thrall California Breed Michael Men Project Hughes Turner Project Voodoo Hill The Finders Keepers

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Ronnie James Dio

Roles:

Singer Bassist Keyboardist

Groups:

Black Sabbath Dio Rainbow Elf Ronnie Dio and the Red Caps Ronnie Dio and the Prophets

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Vinny Appice

Roles:

Drummer

Groups:

Black Sabbath Dio Dunsmuir Power Project Last Temptation Kill Devil Hill Last in Line Resurrection Kings 3 Legged Dogg Appice Black Knights Rising 9 Chambers Hollywood Monsters Derringer

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Scott Warren

Roles:

Keyboardist

Groups:

Dio Warrant Keel Hellion Dio Disciples

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About

Heaven & Hell was a formidable rock and metal supergroup, born from the legendary lineup of late-era Black Sabbath. Formed in 2006, the group featured iconic members Ronnie James Dio (vocals), Tony Iommi (guitar), Geezer Butler (bass), and Vinny Appice (drums). They carried the torch of heavy metal and doom metal, continuing the legacy of their earlier work while crafting new, powerful music. The band was named in homage to the first Black Sabbath album with Dio, Heaven and Hell, and they left a lasting mark on the metal scene with their 2009 studio album, The Devil You Know.

How to Sound Like Heaven & Hell

To emulate the powerful and dark sound of Heaven & Hell, musicians should focus on creating a dense, heavy sonic landscape. The band's sound is anchored by Tony Iommi's thunderous guitar riffs, which are both aggressive and melodic. This is achieved using guitars like the Gibson SG paired with high-gain amplifiers such as the Laney GH 100 TI, delivering a rich, saturated tone. Iommi’s use of the Boss OD-1 OverDrive adds an extra layer of grit and sustain, essential for capturing the band’s intense sound. Geezer Butler’s bass lines, often played on a Fender Precision Bass, provide a deep and driving foundation that complements the guitar work. Together, these elements create a soundscape that is both epic and foreboding, reflecting the dramatic and operatic nature of Dio's vocals.

Discography

Live From Radio City Music Hall

2007

The Devil You Know

2009

Get the Heaven & Hell Sound

Want to sound like Heaven & Hell? This gear comes straight from the setups of the band's members, based on proven sources. Dive into each artist's page for more detail and inspiration.