Kurt Martin
Kurt Martin
I LOVE GEAR. I've been a gear nut since I bought my first recording system at the age of 17, a Fostex A8 Reel to Reel recording deck with matching mixer. Outside of my love for music and lust for technology, I have spent loads of time training, educating, and practicing my craft as an engineer and musician.
-As a child, I was trained in piano for 8 years, until high school and sports came along, then it wasn't cool to play Beethoven anymore.
-Picked up guitar after I blew out my knee and couldn't play basketball my senior year. That was when the recording bug bit me.
-Graduated from the Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences, then interned at Emerald Entertainment in Nashville, TN.
-Worked for 6 years as lead Pro Tools Engineer at OneMusic in Nashville, TN, specializing in audio for video, commercials, tv/movie placement, and post production.
-Have operated my own home studio since 1996, writing and recording myself as well as other select clients.
In summary, my experience, education, and love for gear have given me the confidence and technical knowledge to be able to understand the needs of my customers, and to be able to recommend the best solution to help them achieve their goals.
As your personal contact here at Sweetwater, please let me know anytime I can offer help or advice.
(800) 222-4700 ext 1237
E-mail Kurt-
Education/Certifications:
Solid State Logic AWS and Matrix Certification. Apogee Electronics Certification. Avid Venue Certification. Pro Tools HD Certification. Gibson Montana Acoustic Guitar Certification. Master's Recording Certificate from CRAS. Sweetwater University.
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Where are you from originally?
Kirbyton, KY
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Favorite music-related website:
www.musicradar.com
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Instruments you play:
Piano/Keyboards, Guitar, and Guitar Hero on Xbox360
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Family info:
Married with 3 Terriers
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Other stuff we should know about you (hobbies, talents, interests, etc.):
Marathon Runner, Hiking, Hunting, Mountain Biking (unfortunately there are no mountains in Indiana)
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Personal motto:
"My motto was always to keep swinging. Whether I was in a slump or feeling badly or having trouble off the field, the only thing to do was keep swinging." --Hank Aaron
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Favorite magazine:
Backpacker
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Guilty pleasure of choice:
Cajun/Creole Food
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What did you dream about doing for a living when you were growing up?
Play Major League Baseball for the St. Louis Cardinals
Interview with Kurt...
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Kurt Martin is the BEST of the BEST of the BEST of the BEST.
James from Tusla, OK
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Keep doing what you're doing. I always feel taken care of with Sweetwater. Over the years Kurt has been extremely helpful. He stays in touch but isn't overbearing which I prefer. He keeps me up to date whenever there's something I may be interested in. All my interactions whether hardware or software have been prompt and top notch. You are my "go to" company for all my music needs.
Dale from Sanford, FL
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My sales rep was Kurt Martin. He is amazing! He worked with me for about a month to get me the perfect order! You have the best support out of any company anywhere, the best product selection, prices and most skilled sales team ever. It's awesome buying from people who now what they're talking about!
Lane from Ogden, UT
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I have dealt with other dealers from both brick & mortar to mail only and I have never received better service than what Kurt Martin provided me. He beat the competition in both price as well as service.
Anthony from Saint Petersburg, FL
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I have been playing guitar for 31 years and Kurt Martin is without a doubt one of the best sales people I have had the pleasure to deal with. He is fast, courteous, and helpful. Thank you Kurt!
Tim from Williamsburg, VA
