Matt Emick
Matt Emick
Greetings! My name is Matt Emick, and I am your Sales Engineer. The guitar and recording bug bit me very early on (be careful, it is very contagious!). This affliction has lead me on an amazing journey working with a multitude of different artists. Since then, I have been absorbing as much information as I can about recording, playing, and achieving great sounds. This is probably one of the reasons I love working for Sweetwater: every couple of days I add new tools to my working knowledge of instruments and music. I look forward to sharing my expertise with you!
Having years of experience as an audio engineer, as well as having helped hundreds of clients achieve their goals, I am totally confident that I will be a valuable asset to you!
As your personal contact here at Sweetwater, please let me know anytime I can offer help or advice.
(800) 222-4700 ext 1249
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Education/Certifications:
BA in Audio Production from Webster University
Film Studies Certificate from the University of Pittsburgh
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What was your occupation before coming to Sweetwater?
Recording Engineer
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Why did you first apply for a job at Sweetwater?
After a long and late night session at the recording studio, I fell asleep at the wheel of my car and hit a guardpost. At that point I knew I needed something with more normal working hours.
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Technical strengths:
Signal Flow, MIDI, Microphone technique, creating sound systems
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Gear you own:
A couple of favorites Limited Run Korina PRS Mira, Ibanez Black Eagle Bass, SVT3Pro, DBX 160A, 4x10 Ampeg Cabinet, Pro Tools HD Native Rig, Creation Station, and a full pedalboard.
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Family info:
I have a wonderful wife, a beautiful daughter, Mandolorian warrior of a son, and a lovable little doggy named Betsie that is half beagle, and half corgi.
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Other stuff we should know about you (hobbies, talents, interests, etc.):
I collect comic books, and have the coolest cell phone number.
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Guilty pleasure of choice:
Sweet, sweet delicious Oreos dunked into vitamin D infused whole milk.
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What did you dream about doing for a living when you were growing up?
I fantasized about piloting the star ship Enterprise. It is probably one reason audio gear with its blinking lights, knobs, and faders are so appealing.
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What do you enjoy most about being part of the Sweetwater team?
I love enabling my clients to make the music they love, to be heard loud and clear. It is extremely satisfying.
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Who are some of the notable artists you've worked with?
Jorge Quintero
DJ Skribble
Ricky Rodriguez
Dave Fridmann
Steve Bays from Hot Hot Heat
Jeremy Harding
Flaming Lips
LAIKA animation studios
Chelsea VandeDrink of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Sean Paul
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Great support from Matt who was extremely knowledgeable. Easily the best customer service around.
Ronald from Fairfield, NJ
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Buying gear doesn't get any better than Sweetwater. Matt Emick is the best sales person I've done business with in the last 54 years of playing music.All the other music stores are closed as far as I'm concerned.
Delbert from Pelzer, SC
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Outstanding selection, flexible payment options and, above all, unsurpassed customer service. These guys really care about every aspect of your experience. My sales engineer, Matt Emick, is the best. I really wouldn't consider buying from another vendor, either online or brick and mortar.
Scott from Hampton, VA
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Back in 2007 I met a talented Independent Audio Engineer/Producer named Matt Emick. I was running a mobile recording studio and in the process of building-out a fixed based mix studio near Harrisburg, PA. Matt was active in the local music scene and had worked on several of his projects at my place, and I was very impressed by the quality of his work; especially his excellent vibrant attitude toward everything he did! I remember talking to Matt about his decision to leave and head up to Sweetwater and telling him that I thought he would make a great Sales Engineer for them. Fast-forward 7 years and Matt is still a great professional friend and has been providing me with excellent audio advice and customer service ever since. Since I'm an "old school" audio guy, having learned the trade before "digital" even existed, I've relied on Matt over the years to guide me through the ever-changing landscape of gear. I can recommend Matt's advise to people at all levels of the audio world so give him a call! Thanks Matt for all your help over the years and best of luck as we discover what's on the horizon for the audio industry.
Jim from Cocoa Beach, FL
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When I want the best advice in sound equipment and technology, I know I can rely on Matt to come through. He has not only provided me with valuable information about what equipment to purchase for my performing groups and theater productions, he has also been a valuable tech person and "troubleshooter" when I do installations of sound equipment in various venues
Rick from Blain, PA
