What was the name of the recording studio where The Doors recorded 'L.A. Woman'?

The Doors recorded “L.A. Woman” at The Doors’ Workshop. The location was the band’s private rehearsal space in Los Angeles, which they transformed into a practical makeshift recording studio.

The Workshop occupied a two-story building at 8512 Santa Monica Boulevard. After producer Paul A. Rothchild left during the project, the band and engineer Bruce Botnick chose the relaxed rehearsal environment instead of relying entirely on a commercial recording studio. An Elektra mixing console was installed upstairs, while microphones, keyboards, monitors, and recording equipment were arranged downstairs.

The unconventional setup shaped the album’s sound. Jim Morrison recorded vocals near the bathroom doorway, where the tiled surfaces provided natural reverberation. The band also aimed to perform songs live with as few overdubs as possible, helping create the album’s loose, blues-oriented atmosphere.

The Doors had used Sunset Sound Recorders for earlier work and initial sessions for songs later associated with “L.A. Woman,” which can cause confusion. However, the principal album recording took place at The Doors’ Workshop. Mixing was later completed at Poppi Studios in West Hollywood.