Abraham Mendez
Abraham Mendez
Hi! My name is Abraham and I’m a Sales Engineer here at Sweetwater. I was born in Mexico City and raised in Miami, Florida where I fell in love with Latin, hiphop, and electronic music.
I’ve worked professionally as a songwriter, producer, sound designer, mixing engineer and saxophonist.
Graduating from Berklee College of Music with a degree in Electronic Production and Sound Design, I’m deeply committed to utilizing technology to push the boundaries of creativity in the audio industry.
Synths are my sonic playground, and I love using them to create sounds that transport listeners to new worlds. Music’s power to connect us is undeniable, which is why I’m passionate about helping musicians achieve their sonic dreams. At Sweetwater, I’m here to be your expert guide and resource on your musical journey!
As your personal contact here at Sweetwater, please let me know anytime I can offer help or advice.
(800) 222-4700 ext 3075
E-mail Abraham-
Education/Certifications:
B.A in Electronic Production and Sound Design from Berklee College of Music.
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What was your occupation before coming to Sweetwater?
Audio Engineer and Sound Designer for music for advertisements
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Why did you first apply for a job at Sweetwater?
I’ve always had a lifelong passion for instruments and music technology. Joining the Sweetwater team felt like aligning my career with my deepest interests and values. I saw an amazing opportunity to not only be surrounded by like-minded individuals who share my passion but also to continuously learn and grow in an environment that celebrates innovation and creativity.
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Foreign languages:
Spanish
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Technical strengths:
Music Production, Sound Design, Max/MSP, Mixing, Recording, Audio Implantation (Wwise, Unity, Unreal)
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Instruments you play:
Saxophone, Piano, Upright and Electric Bass ,Guitar, and Drums
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Gear you own:
Instruments: Prophet Rev 2, MiniNova, MakeNoise O-Coast, M-Audio Hammer88, Buffet Crampon Tenor Sax, P. Mauriat Alto Saxophone, 2 AT-LP1240 Turntables, Fender DG-60 Acoustic Guitar
Microphones: Shure SM7B, AT 4050, SM57, SM58
Interfaces: MOTU Audio Express, TRAKTOR Scratch A6
Controllers: Akai APC 40, Quneo
Other: JBL 3 Series MkII, Peavey MAX 100 -
Other stuff we should know about you (hobbies, talents, interests, etc.):
I love rock-climbing, film photography, going on roadtrips, indie video games, and cooking delicious food!
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What did you dream about doing for a living when you were growing up?
Dreaming of being a musician was my childhood dream. The idea of creating and performing music always resonated deeply with me. However, being a professional skateboarder was definitely up there at one point.
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What do you enjoy most about being part of the Sweetwater team?
I love that I’m surrounded by a vibrant community of individuals who share a profound passion for music and are willing to help each other grow and learn together. Everyone at Sweetwater is not only incredibly talented but also genuinely enthusiastic about what they do. It’s a great place to be inspired.
