Paul Allen
Paul Allen
I have been helping clients since 2001 here at Sweetwater, and believe firmly in our philosophy and goal to take care of the customer by doing the right thing. I've been involved in live sound for over 20 years, and much of that time has been spent recording, as well. Primarily, my experience is as a FOH Engineer, but I also play guitar and bass at my local church, where I have helped oversee our sound technician team for over 10 years. Having been at Sweetwater over a decade now, I get the pleasure to help clients ranging from musicians, schools/universities, churches, to recording/broadcast studios. My clients are not only here in Indiana, but across the country and around the world. My objective is always to use my experience along with the continual and unparalleled training we do at Sweetwater, to help you reach your goals.
As your personal contact here at Sweetwater, please let me know anytime I can offer help or advice.
(800) 222-4700 ext 1318
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Education/Certifications:
Music Business and Merchandising, Indiana State U., but Sweetwater U. and the continual training at Sweetwater is the real world test.
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Technical strengths:
FOH live sound, guitars, and recording.
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Instruments you play:
Guitar, bass, and if you want me to annoy you, some keyboard or drums. :)
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Gear you own:
Godin LGX-SA, Fender American Strat HSS, Gretsch G5120, and a few others I hack at. Pro Tools, UA 610, Focusrite ISA 428, Neumann mics, Novation Synth, the list keeps growing to my wife's dismay it seems.
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Family info:
Wonderful wife and 3 boys, who I have a lot of fun trying to keep up with!
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Other stuff we should know about you (hobbies, talents, interests, etc.):
I love sports and outdoor activities, especially basketball, baseball, and football.
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Personal motto:
Character is what you do when no one is watching.
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Describe the most dramatic situation in which you provided the Sweetwater Difference for a customer, or the most unusual/creative solution to a customer's problem:
I once booked studio time with Sweetwater's Recording studios to be sure we choose the right mics for a customer's critical recording session. We "shot out" several mics to find the right choices for an orchestral setting, and helped him make the right purchase.
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What do you enjoy most about being part of the Sweetwater team?
The people and relationships! I work with, and for, some great people. My coworkers and my customers are simply...amazing!
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Who are some of the notable artists you've worked with?
Being a guitar guy, Adrian Belew is the main customer that comes to mind that I've helped for years here at Sweetwater, but we continually come across amazing musicians and engineers here, "famous" or not. :)
Interview with Paul...
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Paul Allen has been been my go to sales engineer for 5+ years. He has never steered me wrong. Has provided the best price competitively with other advertized sales from other retailers. You can't beat their 2 year warranty and life time tech support. Sweetwater has what I need if they don't they get it for me. I love the expertise they provide the training videos etc. Thank you for a great place to shop.
Gary from Port Saint Lucie, FL
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Paul Allen is great to work with and provides a personal touch that your competitors can't match. I feel like you all care about my order as much as I do - professional operations from ordering to shipping.
Al from Burke, VA
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Paul - Thank you for taking time out to give us a call today!! I was just wanting to let you know that we have never experienced such a wonderful company as Sweetwater mainly because of you!! You take your job to the next level making sure we have what we need and are satisfied. Again thank you and I hope you have a wonderful day!!
Charles from Jackson, KY
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Hi Paul - I would just like to thank you for your excellent customer service. I regard communication as the biggest problem when dealing with businesses. From the initial e mail you have responded to my queries straight away and when dealing with products from another country gave me confidence in your company. The product has arrived and is excellent. Thank you again and I will not hesitate to recommend your company to others.
John
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Paul is absolutely Awesome!! He goes above and beyond to help out!! Thanks for being Awesome Sweetwater!!
Chad from Newport, TN
