Maynard Madsen
Camdenton,MO
Summary
Detail oriented and creative designer with a strong background in amplifier and effects pedal production. Proven ability to troubleshoot and enhance product offerings through personal branding and effective collaboration with industry partners, aiming to drive market growth and customer loyalty.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Madsen Amplification
Camdenton, MO
01.2011 - Current
- Designed and manufactured heirloom-quality amplifiers and effects pedals.
- Developed website to market and sell amplifiers directly to customers.
- Created custom amplifiers and effects pedals through Madsen Amplification custom shop.
- Collaborated with builders, including Summer School Electronics and Leeward Sound, on consultation work.
Sales Engineer
Sweetwater Sound
Fort Wayne, Indiana
06.2007 - 07.2009
- Communicated directly with customers to provide tailored gear recommendations.
- Gained insights into profit margins, pricing strategies, and customer purchasing behaviors.
- Established a network with musicians and gear manufacturers to enhance market knowledge.
Education
Amp Tech Certificate of Completion - Amp servicing and building
Gerald Weber Amp Tech Correspondence Course
07-2020
Electronic Technician Certificate - Electronics
Cleveland Institute of Electronics
Cleveland, OH03-2020
Skills
- Custom amplifier and effect pedal design
- Amplifier and effect pedal manufacturing
- Amplifier and effects pedal repair
- Product pricing strategy
- Customer relationship management
- Problem solving and troubleshooting
- Attention to detail
- Creative thinking
- Business planning
- Inventory management
- Guitar player and audio engineer
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Madsen Amplification
01.2011 - Current
Sales Engineer
Sweetwater Sound
06.2007 - 07.2009
Amp Tech Certificate of Completion - Amp servicing and building
Gerald Weber Amp Tech Correspondence Course
Electronic Technician Certificate - Electronics
Cleveland Institute of Electronics