Luis Hernandez
Luis Hernandez
I'm originally from Miami, Florida and started playing music nearly 3 decades ago. I started out playing piano and then discovered rock n roll and it took over my life. I was immediately engulfed in the world of drums and guitar and was basically obsessed.
Throughout grade school I was involved in choir and musical theatre and started my first band when I was 12 years old. I attended Musicians Institute for production and artist development and graduated in 2015.
I've played and recorded with various bands all over the country and I'm an avid gear collector. I love exploring all sorts of new stuff from synthesizers to guitar pedals and everything in between. One of my favorite things to do is help music makers, make music. There is no better feeling than getting someone their first guitar or their 50th. It's always such a fun experience guiding and helping musicians to that next thing that we always need. I still write and record my own music and experiment with all sorts of gear to stay up to date with what's going on in the business.
As your personal contact here at Sweetwater, please let me know anytime I can offer help or advice.
(800) 222-4700 ext 3346
E-mail Luis-
Education/Certifications:
Musicians Institute class of 2015
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Foreign languages:
Spanish
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Technical strengths:
Guitar, Drums, Synths, VST's.
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Instruments you play:
Drums/Percussion, Guitar, Keyboards, Bass, Vocals.
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Gear you own:
Guitars: Ibanez Prestige, Talman, RG's, Gibson Les Paul, Explorer, Jackson Warrior XT, 7 string soloist, LTD Eclipse, Parker Dragonfly, Fender Strat, Saga ES335, Godin Exit22s, Music Man Sub 1, BC Rich Mockingbird, Washburn WG208.
Drums: Yamaha Stage Custom, Mapex Armory, Yamaha DTX900K
Synths/Samplers: Kurzweil K200r, Deepmind 12, Korg X5DR, Microkorg, Korg NTS1, Reface DX, Digitone, Model:Samples, Arturia Microfreak, Roland EM30.
Amps/Modelers: Laney VH100R, Madison Divinity, Roland JC120 JC77, EVH5150III, Eleven Rack, AxeFX.
Pedals: Boss GT3, MXR EVH 5150 overdrive, MXR EVH Phase 90, MXR Carbon Copy, Way Huge Swollen Pickle, Polytune 2, Hologram Microcosm, Walrus Audio Lore, Source Audio Collider, Boss Metal Zone.
By the time you read this, I would have probably added more to the collection. It never stops growing! -
Other stuff we should know about you (hobbies, talents, interests, etc.):
I love playing video games and watching horror movies. I have a pretty extensive vinyl collection and love listening to music at very loud volumes. I really like asian food and would eat it every day if I could.
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Real-life hero:
My Dad. I wouldn't be who I am today without his guidance and support. Thanks Dad!
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What in your background prepared you most to help your customers with their audio needs?
Just the experience of playing in multiple bands over the last 2 decades. A lot of the bands I played with had older members so they were a wealth of knowledge on various different things. Also, attending musicians institute
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Who are some of the notable artists you've worked with?
I recorded drums on 3 Worm albums. I've worked with the Kevin Klingenschmid and Emilio Martinez from Yngwie Malmsteen's band, Raul and Gabriel Garcia of Black Tide. I've also opened up for Allan Holdsworth, Suicide Silence, All Shall Perish, Deicide, Atheist, Aghora, Maruta, Torche, Abiotic, Silenmara, Attila. I've also worked with multiple artists at Ultra Music Festival in Florida from 2012-2017.
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Links to my music
www.sleepalaskamusic.com
