Bob Mondok
Bob Mondok
I began my career at Sweetwater in June 1998. Before that, I attended Baldwin-Wallace College in Berea, Ohio, earning a bachelor of arts degree in music. While in college, I ran the college recording studio, electronic music studio, and music technology lab. During summer break of my sophomore year, I attended the Recording Workshop in Chillicothe, Ohio, and earned certificates in the Music Recording and Production program, Studio Maintenance program, and the Advanced Recording program. Since joining Sweetwater, I have worked hard to build upon my knowledge of music technology. I have been trained at the Mackie facilities in Washington and the Roland facilities in California; and I have obtained certifications from Avid, Focusrite, Apogee, Allen & Heath, JBL, Dangerous Audio, and many others at the Sweetwater training facilities. But my time spent with clients has been my greatest learning experience. From live sound systems for churches, schools, weekend bands, and national touring bands to recording systems for the home enthusiast, up-and-coming producers and songwriters, or world-renowned stars to building labs and unique audio applications for schools and various government and private entities, it is through my work with clients that I learn what the gear can do and what works best to solve my customers’ problems.
As your personal contact here at Sweetwater, please let me know anytime I can offer help or advice.
(800) 222-4700 ext 1384
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Education/Certifications:
Bachelor of arts in music from Baldwin-Wallace College in Berea, Ohio — 1998. Recording Workshop certificates in music recording and production, studio maintenance, and advanced recording — 1996. Sweetwater University — 1999. Graduate certificate from IPFW in public management in 2004.
Certifications: Pro Tools Venue, Pro Tools DControl certification, Pro Tools HDX systems certification, Apogee Symphony system, Euphonix System 5 certification, Focusrite RedNet, Roland V-Drums.
MOOG Pro Training — Asheville, NC — 2013. -
Where are you from originally?
Parma, Ohio
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Why did you first apply for a job at Sweetwater?
While working in the electronic music lab and recording studio in college, they decided to add a technology lab, and Sweetwater won the bid to supply the equipment. I was very impressed with their aptitude and knowledge as well as the support the school received after the sale.
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Instruments you play:
Drums, guitar, bass, and some piano
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Gear you own:
There is way too much to mention it all, but the main pieces are my Focusrite Red8, Dangerous 2busPlus and MonitorST, DW Performance Series 7-piece kit, and, most importantly, my Gibson 335, which my Dad bought new in 1974, gigged out with for many years, and gave to me as a college graduation present.
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Family info:
Married since 1999 to my beautiful wife, Emily. We have five amazing daughters and one equally amazing son.
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Other stuff we should know about you (hobbies, talents, interests, etc.):
Other than music, I enjoy golf, working out, and philosophy. But what I look forward to most of all is spending time with my family.
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Guilty pleasure of choice:
Ice cream
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What did you dream about doing for a living when you were growing up?
Playing baseball with the Cleveland Indians (before high school when music took over my life)
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What do you enjoy most about being part of the Sweetwater team?
The fact that it truly is a team and each person uses his or her skills to ultimately give the client the best customer experience we collectively can.
Interview with Bob...
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My sales rep is Bob Mondok, who has been wonderful to work with since day one of buying from Sweetwater, which I have been for years. Another reason I go back, is because of the customer service I receive. Today I had Chris, and he was patient, and took care of each issue I had. I cannot recommend dealing with Sweetwater enough.
John from Rochester, PA
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Been buying from Bob Mondok, and only Bob Mondok for almost 20 years. Two different companies, and two colleges that I've worked for over the years buy from Bob. And when I came up to Gear Fest in 2019, what did Bob do? Came out and met me for lunch! Bob's the best!
Scott from Nashville, TN
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I've been working with Bob Mondok since I started my company, roughly 2004. He's fantastic as a resource, always steers me in the right direction and just takes care of things. Don't ever lose him!
John from Las Vegas, NV
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I placed my first purchase with Sweetwater in 2009 and will continue to go to Sweetwater because of your premier customer service. I just wanted to send my praises for my sales engineer, Bob Mondok, who always goes the extra mile, and is part of the reason Sweetwater is world class in my book.
Dustin from Lompoc,CA
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Bob Mondok is very good at what he does. He provided me with all the information I needed, was available for any questions, and follow up was very good also.
Peggy from Rochester, NY
