My guest today is the return of producer/engineer/mixer Don Zientara. Don has been highly influential in the D.C. hardcore music scene for over 30 years for his work with iconic punk and rock bands, including Fugazi, Minor Threat, Bad Brains, Jawbox, and The Evens. His contributions have been pivotal in shaping the sound of many Dischord Records artists.\nIn this episode, we discuss\n\nStudio Relocation\n\nNew Basement Setup\n\nHistorical Recordings\n\nStudio Gear Changes\n\nAnalog to Digital Shift\n\nCompact Studio Space\n\nRecording Challenges and Success\n\nMicrophone Selection Strategy\n\nDigital Console Benefits\n\nOutboard Gear Preferences\n\nLower Overhead Costs\n\nPromotion and Clientele\n\nReflection on Studio History\n\nNeighborhood and Noise Management\n\nSurfing and Staying Young\n\nSelective Project Choices\n\nClient Reactions\n\nControl and Live Room Setup\n\nCommunication in Studio\n\nEvolution of Punk Scene\n\nConsistent Studio Rates\n\nHistorical Significance\n\nIndustry Perception\n\n\nMatt's Rant: Beginning the Journey\nLinks and Show Notes\n\nDon on WCA #106\n\n\nDon Zientara's Biography: Wikipedia\n\n\n\nInner Ear Studio: Inner Ear Studio Official Website\n\n\n\nRights of Spring: Rights of Spring - Wikipedia\n\n\nCredits\n\nGuest:\xa0Don Zientara\n\nHost: Matt Boudreau\n\nEngineer: Matt Boudreau\n\nProducer: Matt Boudreau\n\nEditing: Anne-Marie Pleau\xa0\n\nWCA Theme Music: Cliff Truesdell\xa0\n\nAnnouncer: Chuck Smith