the extremely rare guitar kurt cobain used to record in utero 

Cobain was so ahead of his time. I had no idea what i was hearing in 7th grade. Now at 42 i am still in awe. What an artist.

Aaron... Dude I just have to say thank you for all the blood, sweat and massive amounts of cash you've put into actually decoding/demystifying Kurt's various guitar sounds over the years. You have single handedly done more to bring that knowledge to all of us. Fucking incredible work from the a-symmetric distortion of the quad with a missing tube to actually building the secret guitars of In Utero… There is no one else even close to what you've done. I've always wanted an aluminum guitar since hearing Buzz, SunnO)) and Albini! You did an amazing job building your own. Selling some of them is an incredible idea and will make people who would never get to play, much less see one a reality! I've always wanted to make a jaguar or mosrite shaped one as they're my 2 fav body shapes. Hopefully, someday I'll have the money to do my own or buy one from you. Anyway, great work, bro! Dont stop living the dream, homie!

Dang it would be wild if you made the headstock a “U” shape (instead of “V”) and called it the “Utero” still paying homage but incorporating that otherworldly “UFO” feel that it embodies. Truly incredible job you did on this, it’s a work of art

Steve still has the guitar that Kurt used and it’s available for anyone to use if you book time at his studio. I used it for all the guitar overdubs on the EP I recorded up in Chicago with Steve. Was a very cool moment for me as a huge Kurt fan. Steve said the pickups had been changed since Kurt used it but other than that it’s “the one” Kurt used

Wow, Aaron! Just think, you're the first person to ever accurately recreate the sound of HSB and others. The intro gave me chills!

Dude whatever it is you are playing at 5:56 Needs to be a full release now. Sounds amazing

Thanks! As a mega die hard Nirvana fan you have done the fans a labor of love that we can't repay with all the tone videos! I can't wait to see the guitars go on sale as well. I know that Kurt was a huge factor in me picking up the guitar and you doing all these sweet videos has made it even more special playing along to them. Thanks again for all your hard work on them!

Dude I A/B’ed your tone in the intro with HSB and your tone is just a touch louder and more bassy and that’s the only difference. It’s nuts how far you’ve come in terms of tone

When I was in my mid teens I had a VHS copy of Nirvana Live Tonight Sold Out. Pausing over and over on the right spots I eventually figured out how to play a power chord, and that set me on my way from there. So Kurt inspired me to play guitar, I know what you mean.

Your first video of this "tone-chase" was randomly brought up in my recommendations only a few days after uploading and I watched EVERY single video since then. I am absolutetely obsessed with that tone and watching you not only recreating but also making the tone available for others is so awesome! Your video production is insane as well. I like to come back to some of your video intros just to vibe with the music. If you ever plan to release your original music in that style and with that sound, I am absolutely down for that!!! Thank you so fxcking much Aaron for your hard work, dedication, motivation and just overall for everything you put into that. It has brought me so much joy and I am more than happy to hear that you will continue to make videos after this journey. Stay strong, King!

Even as a little 10-year-old I knew there was something special about the In Utero sound. I had played many guitars and was mesmerized that Kurt's sound was so different. Of course, the Kurt sound was ALWAYS distinct on every recording. But that In Utero sound is totally different.

Glad that you are back! All the hard work has *really* paid off, just wow 🎸

Congratulations on the end of the journey! I’ve been following you from the beginning. Back in the yearly 00’s we had no idea how Nirvana tones were made. Literally no idea, there was no such information at all. Hell, the internet was in the early stages of development. And now, thanks to you, we finally know everything! And it wasn’t simple as we’ve been told the whole time! In fact, a lot of rare stuff was involved (like speakers and guitars) to make these tones. You did a fantastic job man, you really deserve the credit. Big love from a lifetime Nirvana fan ❤

Been following this journey since it started and after months its so satisfying to see it done. I'll be first in line for that preorder lol. Need that guitar in my hands. Appreciate all the work you've done to chase this sound and making it available to everyone who wants it. Much love

I don't know what to say. You're incredible. You had a crazy will to do this. Love ya man! You're crazy in a damn good way!

I have never heard a setup where the guitar itself contributed so much to the tone. I've seen a hundred videos playing the same riff on strat, jag, tele, etc.. and it's never a dramatic difference. That plunky twang,whatever you wanna call it, is all the guitar. Congratulations on your ingenuity, bringing this to life yourself. It's very impressive.

Congrats man, the guitar sounds (and looks) awesome! Love that the CNC cutter had a sticker that said 'Kurt' on it too, it was meant to be

Fascinating that guild pickups were used,always thought those pickups sounded great.your dedication to tone borders on madness..I respect that.

I picked up a guitar because of Kurt. I grew up and live in a small town much like Aberdeen, (primarily a logging town), much like him and I've always been a huge Nirvana ever since my introduction to them on a Sub Pop compilation album. I fell in love.

Been waiting a lot for this one. Great work, Aaron. BTW, don’t hurry with ‘ending Nirvana sounds’ - you wanted to get Engine done + Utah speaker IRs

You really are the pinnacle of this whole Nirvana Tone craze, I suspect a lot of people are gonna move on to new, more interesting things when you wrap up this journey. Thanks for all the great videos these past couple of years man, I can’t wait to snag an aluminum guitar and see what you do next

this whole research for a tone was really inspirational man, everything is so creative

5:43 is the best moment I have experienced in all your videos I have watched. That is just scary. Well done, sir. I look forward to your next tone chasing endeavor!

also, i love how all your videos are like a movie, i really like that, that is something truly special in your videos dude

Oh man please, I BEG! A video of your photography. Its always so pretty and cool.

I just wanna say, this is honestly the most impressive thing I’ve seen on RU-vid in years. It’s been so great to follow you on this project. I think I started watching when the sappy video came out and thinking “holy shit this guy knows what he’s doing”. So impressive man and it’s just so cool to see it all complete now. I can’t wait to see your next project if you choose one and follow that journey. Congratulations man!

I thank Music Radar for bringing this into my life. I didn’t realize this was the guitar Kurt played on In Utero. The tonal difference is insane.

dude you should try that guitar for some melvin's tones, buzz has been using an aluminum guitar for a while. it'd be cool for you to do this kind of thing for some other bands too, great vid man

i don’t usually leave comments on videos but just wanted to tell you that i love your channel and watch every video. thank you for everything you do.

Man, please release that eerie song beginning at 5:56. How many times can I replay 25 seconds of your video?! Kudos for the work, you created a beautiful guitar. And what a great Heart Shaped Box intro, sends shivers down my spine!

Each time you post, I'm always left completely blown away. Thank you so much for sharing your journey and the knowledge you've gained along the way. Congrats Aaron, this is truly an incredible achievement.

YES!!! Hes back i finally waited for this day, but dude that rape me tone tho.. Its just beautiful

Amazing that shes finally done. Very nice work. I would kill to have a veleno. Truly impressive

Not only is that thing absolutely beautiful, but that tone... OMG! Amazing creation. Now I gotta start saving some cash

this is very bittersweet, you chased after a tone, and ended up paying homage to your influence

Definitely getting serious punk rock vibes from that guitar. Not surprised Cobain was drawn to it. Nice video!

this is so incredible!!!! I want one so bad! thank you so much Aaron for all that passion! :)

5:57 you did it again, dude i love your songs please make it full versions.

i have to support this channel whenever i get the chance.

The aluminum sounds so cool, great video as always

Been waiting for an update man glad things are working out 🙏

Finally you uploaded, sounds impeccable!

Nice work! It’s amazing that the tones that Kurt had were so unique and off the beaten path.

AMAZING story and journey!! Congrats Aaron!!

Loving this comment section. Ditto! Can’t wait to see who you obsess over next. The guitar looks sweet!

I cannot express how amazing this is. Thank you for everything you have done around Nirvana tones and looking forward to buying one "Kurt" of my own. (if I will be able to afford it, hopefully I will). Also super excited for the Engine pedal. Keep doing what you doing because we LOVE IT!

Aaron you are the MVP of Nirvana Sounds thanks for all your efforts, cheers from Chile wn!

that is so insanely awesome, I’m hoping I can afford it, gonna start saving up for my kurt veleno

What an incredible journey!

Just had been reading an article in music Radar about you👍 great video, I always thought in utero to be very unique recording and I like that album better than nevermind.

I have been following you for a while now. Kurt is the reason I started playing guitar and trying to replicate that sound is something that I, even after all these years, was still looking for and I found you. It has been a fantastic journey, thank you. Your filming and editing skills are top notch and you have a calming personality. You went so far above and beyond and had some absolutely amazing opportunities along the way. You totally nailed it!!! I've been listening to Nirvana for over 30 years and watching you on your journey has been the best thing since they came out with Unplugged. A comprehensive encyclopedia of Kurt's rig. I'm wicked proud of you for what you have done, thank you. I'm excited for what's next...

I got goose bumps when I heard the perfect texture, you nailed this build🔥🔥🔥🔥

Job done, it's been a heck of a journey and getting to hear all the Nirvana tones, Merci !!!

Awesome video editing, awesome work to chase and capture Kurt's tone. Building the guitar yourself? Wow! The guy deserves the credit he's earned. I've been obsessed with some sounds myself. Well done sir. Thanks for sharing.

WHAT AN EPIC QUEST!! YOUR JOURNEY IS WORTH WRITING A BOOK ABOUT!

Wow. Wow for making the guitar and wow for actually nailing the In Utero tone

The final result sounds and look amazing!! cant wait for the preorders, this has been such a cool journey

Very proud of you for realizing you dream conquest. It's great to hold the key that unlocks the mystery to Kurt's true tone. That made a lot of us very happy to see your hard working endeavors. Like you said though, once we reach our goal, then what? A tad bittersweet in the end. Thank you for sharing your hard work with us

Awesome how much

@ 3:05 any time someone tries to tell me Kurt Cobain wasn't a good guitarist, I play them Verse Chorus Verse. Just such an amazing song. Btw, excellent content. Lighting, framing, the cinematography, just overall presentation is excellent. You may love music, but don't ever turn away from film making. I think you might be more gifted a film maker than you know... this video made me feel something. You more than successfully communicated your love, passion for the subject matter. A good film maker successfully communicates a feeling, a great film maker doesn't communicate the desired emotion, he makes the viewer feel it themselves. I felt it. You might just be a great film maker boss...

Been thinking about it and waiting, I'm really glad it's finally here. Love your videos.

Good job, dude. I'm pleased the super spikey design went away.

Dude this was beautiful. You're a champ for this shit 🤘

You ghost gunned yourself a Veleno... you are true legend. Sincerely, no cap sir

One of the best projects ever!!! thanks for that

I'm just stunned at how awesome this accomplishment is. I am so amazed with your passion for music.

as a musician and Nirvana crazed fan: this is amazing! well done good sir!!!

RIP Steve Albini 1962-2024

id like to pre order where?

I still remember when you were doing the In Utero tone series and you honestly werent close at all, now your tone is exact! Just Epic. P.S: You GOTTA release your own music, It's so good!

Hey can you please put out the blueprint somewhere, this is probably my dream guitar (or a jagstang) In utero has a beatuful sound and I want to build one. Amazing tone video congrats on finally getting your dream tone!

this is a w for the whole guitar/nirvana community. congratulations aaron.

That is exactly the Hearth shaped box sound I heard in the Montage of heck documentary!

This is really great! Love your commitment. Keep on going!

Incredible journey. Every episode I feel more like I'm watching a guitar-centric Zodiac. Can't wait to order this.

your videos are truly a gem. thank you.

That's such an awesome tone dude, I can only dream of having a guitar like that!

This is a very cool video. The guitar looks beautiful and sounds amazing. In utero is a fantastic album.

Hope I can get one and you ship to Spain! What a journey man… what a journey. Kurt would pick one.

Well, I guess I’m getting a new guitar soon 😂 Thanks for all your videos and the work you’ve done, really interested in where you go from here.

bro came back with a banger 🔥

there's a guy in Milwaukee, WI that had a guitar shop called Rockhaus that had a LOT of these guitars back in the late 80's very early 90's. along with the Harmonic Percolator being produced in the same region, i would not be surprised that that is where Albini got his Veleno. i wonder if Kurt's was from the same shop??........

this is awesome man! i'm so impressed and proud and happy that you got this tone, i've loved it forever and it's always been a mystery to me until now. my question is though, what is your plan for after nirvana? are you going to take tone requests or are you gonna go exploring for other tones that you like? other audio production videos would be sick too. if you do end up taking tone requests, some of my personal favorites are siamese dream by the smashing pumpkins, dookie by green day, dude ranch by blink-182, and the blue album by weezer. great stuff man! love the content

Yep the new design is dope. I woulda gone on a tele vibe but this is legit and ill be buying one.

I would love to get my hands on one of those guitars when they’re ready 😩

I don’t know how much of a fan you are of Steve Albini’s music, but if you wanted to start another chapter I would suggest trying to replicate his amplifier, the Tapco/Intersound IVP, which stands for “instrument voicing preamplifier.” The only other famous guitarist known to use one was Bob Weir, but it was the key to Albini’s chainsaw-against-sheet metal guitar sound. It is an iconic guitar sound, probably my favorite ever. (And if you could produce affordable replicas, that would be awesome.)

Please post when these are available. I'd love to make it my first electric in years.

I hope this get read by you, because i've always been stunned by the clean guitar tone in heart shaped box, it's an amazing riff and sound, it's really hypnotic if that's even a word, however i guess you have figured out what kind of sound it makes or effect? or if its the fender reverb i don't know, but the clean verse after the solo right after he sings "weak" i can't replicate it i have no idea what it is echo? reverb? but it sounds amazing, awsome series! wish you all the best.

Love pineapple pepperoni and olive pizza. Amazing video. Huge Kurt Cobain fan. Play sing and write my own original music and always have that was something that Kurt inspired me to do. Enjoyed this more than I can emphasize. So thanks so much for the amazing work dedication and self sacrifice brother. Love to collaborate on some music one day.

from the intro, for a second i thought it was the recording!

I got kicked out of the “Nirvana gear” FB page for questioning why anyone would spend like 2k on a Univox Hi Flyer just to fuck it up and spray paint it in a weird effort to replicate one of KCs guitars… and telling someone to eat shit when they told me to leave for questioning such blind fanboy bullshit. Anyway… glad I just found your channel, because it’s the tone I’m after, not the looks.

Thank you for what you have done Ive been a Nirvana fan from around 1990 and still listen to them today in fact I had Incesticide on in the car to and from work today

Would be really cool to see if you could recreate the solo to scentless apprentice with this. Always wonder how he got the guitar to sound like that. Always figured it was just the feedback from the amp but I’m pretty sure there’s more to it

Hey Aaron love the channel. Aluminati guitars I believe got the rights to rebuild veleno guitars and they are slowly making them I just wanted to let you know :)

ITS VEEB A MONTG SINCR THE UPLOAD FINALLY

I do hope for a demo at some point that's not through a Quad. That said, I appreciate the unplugged playing. Very promising.

Thanks for your work. Great job can't wait for the chance to get get one.

this is as close to any human has ever came to replicating any never tone, other then myself with my bleach my tones i got, its like you nailed the in utero sound and secretly i nailed the bleach/nevermind sound!! PS I WOULD DEFFS BUY ONE OF YOUR SICK ASS ALUMINIUM GUITARS, it would be killer and super dope for the people out there that cannot afford crazy money for guitars, would be a dope price between $800-$1800 max cause then we can all afford one lol

Mark farner of Grand Funk Railroad played one of those and originally ran it through Michigan made west amps! The tone is phenomenal!

Hey Aaron! Love the videos and your amazing work with "Kurt". Is it possible to buy one of those guitars?