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Which recording studio in Van Nuys, California served as the primary location where Nirvana recorded 'Nevermind' in 1991?
Answer
Sound City Studios
Nirvana recorded 'Nevermind' primarily at Sound City Studios in Van Nuys, California, with producer Butch Vig in May–June 1991. Sound City was legendary for its vintage Neve 8078 console and had previously hosted Fleetwood Mac and Tom Petty sessions.
💡 Did you know?
The album's mastering engineer nearly destroyed the master tapes during final processing; a tape machine malfunction nearly erased Nevermind permanently.
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- Electric Lady Studios
- Abbey Road Studios
- Sunset Sound Studios
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- 1990s
- grunge
- recording-studios
- nevermind
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