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Mac McDonough

Jeffrey “Mac” McDonough started studying classical violin at the age of nine, but his destiny changed significantly after he plugged an electric guitar into a distortion pedal for the first time — a Pandora’s box that his parents probably wish he hadn’t opened. Mac was bitten by the recording bug in the late 1980s while experimenting with a TASCAM Portastudio and a malfunctioning Shure SM58. He interned in several pro studios throughout the 1990s, after which he began tracking and mixing in an ADAT-based project studio. Aside from writing about gear, Mac currently works on freelance recording projects in his home studio, affectionately named “Mac’s Playpen.”

Articles by Mac McDonough

Oct 9, 2018, 8:00 AM

Breaking Down the Songwriting Techniques of John Lennon

“Songwriting is about getting the demon out of me. It’s like being possessed. You try to go to sleep, but the song won’t let you. So you have to... Read more »
Sep 17, 2018, 8:00 AM

Beyond Chicken-pickin’: Getting Heavy Tones from a Telecaster

When a guitarist is reaching for heavy tones, a Telecaster isn’t usually their axe of choice. After all, the Tele doesn’t exactly scream METAL.... Read more »
Sep 11, 2018, 8:00 AM

Behind the Brand — Peavey

Sweetwater recently sat down with industry giant Hartley Peavey. We discussed his past, present, and future — from his initial musical... Read more »
Aug 13, 2018, 8:00 AM

5 Left-handed Musicians that Changed Music Forever

Left-handed people often get the short end of the stick. According to scientists, they’re at a higher risk for psychosis, dyslexia, ADHD, PTSD,... Read more »
May 23, 2018, 6:00 AM

Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Mics

It doesn’t matter how great your microphone is, if you don’t use it properly, then your results will fall short of your expectations. Here at... Read more »
May 10, 2018, 6:00 AM

6 Audio Editing Mistakes You May Be Making

In the days of yore, recording engineers went to great lengths to edit audio. It involved tape, razor blades, an editing block, a grease pencil,... Read more »
May 1, 2018, 6:00 AM

6 New Time-saving Features in Pro Tools 2018

When you dive into all the new workflow enhancements included in Pro Tools 2018, one thing is abundantly clear: Avid has been paying attention... Read more »
Mar 23, 2018, 8:30 AM

The FCC’s Wireless Spectrum Auction: When Will It Impact You?

In early 2017, we published an article about why you should care that the FCC Wireless Spectrum auction sold off a portion of the wireless mic... Read more »
Aug 8, 2017, 8:08 AM

Audio Restoration: Tips, Techniques, and Software

Whether it’s dialog marred by distracting background noise, a live recording with maddening 60-cycle hum, or a vocal track that assails your... Read more »
Jul 5, 2017, 7:05 AM

3 Volunteer-friendly Digital Mixers

Mixing front of house is a difficult job, even for an expert. And if you’re an inexperienced volunteer, it can be absolutely overwhelming –... Read more »

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