Which studio in Vancouver was used to record Metallica's 1991 album Metallica, known as The Black Album?

Little Mountain Sound in Vancouver was used to record Metallica's 1991 album Metallica, known as The Black Album.

Most of the album’s recording took place at One on One Recording Studios in Los Angeles, but Metallica also worked at Little Mountain Sound Studios in Vancouver for about a week. The Vancouver sessions were part of the album’s broader recording process rather than a separate project.

The album’s listed recording locations also include A&M Studios in Los Angeles. Final overdubs and mixing were completed at A&M in Hollywood during June and July 1991, shortly before release.

The multi-studio process reflects how carefully the band and producer Bob Rock shaped the record. The musicians wanted a powerful live feel, while Rock pushed them toward more collaborative performances and a clearer, more controlled sound. These choices helped distinguish the album from Metallica’s denser earlier work.