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The corner building of Sun Studio with its guitar sign on Union Avenue in Memphis.
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Sun Studio

Sun Studio on Union Avenue was opened by Sam Phillips in 1950 as the Memphis Recording Service. 'Rocket 88' was recorded here in 1951, and Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and B. B. King all made early records in the small room. Guided tours visit the studio, which is still used for recording at night.

Good to know

Opening hours
Mon–Sun 10:00–17:15

Hours checked October 15, 2026 · source sunstudio.com

When to go

Today’s hoursAll weekHide week
Mon10:00–17:15
Tue10:00–17:15
Wed10:00–17:15
Thu10:00–17:15
Fri10:00–17:15
Sat10:00–17:15
Sun10:00–17:15

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Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of Sun Studio?

Opening hours: Mon–Sun 10:00–17:15.

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