Ryan Huddleston is a human Swiss army knife, with a piece of positivity, know-how, and wisdom for every occasion. His many musical specialties and extensive technical backgrounds have placed him as a key figure and consultant for world tours, recording sessions, and music production designs of numerous multi-platinum artists, corporations, and professional productions, including Christina Aguilera, Train, Taylor Swift, Linkin Park, Kelly Clarkson, Michael Bolton, The Fray, Joss Stone, Avenged Sevenfold, NFL, NHL, The Today Show, Live 8, Tony Robbins, Robert Kiyosaki, Microsoft, Amazon, and many more. San Diego based, nature loving, active and athletic; when home Ryan is often playing gigs, teaching music, creating new music in the home studio, surfing at the beach, practicing botany in the garden, or researching in his home library. Before touring, Ryan was an Authorized Warranty Repair Senior Technician for stringed instruments, amplifiers, and other electronic devices at one of the largest instrument repair facilities in the country, String Masters. While working there as District Manager, he completed 6 college degrees and several certifications in the fields of Music Performance, Music Theory, Music Technology, Stage Performance, Live Sound Reinforcement, Recording Arts, Digital Audio Production, Amplifiers & Electronics, Stringed Instruments, Pro Tools Software, and Wireless Coordination. Growing up playing team sports and several musical instruments, Ryan developed a natural leadership and ability to direct groups, music projects and bands, such as Impentris, Guitar Serenity, International Roadie, Free to Burn, LeperKhanz, and many more. Ryan’s professionalism, musical talents, tactical precision, discipline, fitness, and digital wizardry have allowed him to work at the highest level with A-list artists & major corporations for more than 20 years, in more than 70 countries, at the biggest events in the industry, with dozens of endorsement relationships, White House clearance, and pockets full of MacGyver tricks.
“Teknix integrates you, your music & technology.”
– Ryan Huddleston
Career Goals
Be an industry leading Music Production Designer, Producer, and Performer; focused on Professionalism, Integrity, Efficiency, Positivity, Invention, and Excellence (π²).
Education
–Focus on Music, Audio, Computers, Electronics, MIDI, Business
–6 completed College Vocational Degrees 3.92GPA (below)
–High School Diploma w/ Honors 3.98GPA
–20 years of formal music studies and private lessons
Employment History
–Pro Tools Recording Engineer / Playback Operator / Keys, MIDI & MainStage Programmer / Teleprompter Operator; Michael Bolton World Tour (Aug 2018-Current*)
–Ableton Operator / Prompter Operator / Keys & MIDI Programmer / Drum Technician; Andy Grammar (Feb 2019-Mar 2019 – Fill In)
–Guitar & Bass Technician / Keys, MIDI, Digital Performer & MainStage Technician; Andrew McMahon Summer Festivals (Jul 2018-Aug 2018 – Fill In)
–Guitar Technician; The Fray (Jul 2018 – Fill In)
–Pro Tools Recording Engineer / Playback Operator / Keys Technician / Live Music Co-Producer / Musical Director’s Assistant; Christina Aguilera Album Release & Promo (Apr 2018-Jul 2018)
–Digital Performer, Reason & Pro Tools Programmer / Audio Engineer / Guitar, Bass, Keys, Drums, Electronics & Computer Technician / Teleprompter Designer; Train Never-Ending World Tour (Jul 2012-Apr 2018)
–Backline / Keys / MIDI / Pro Tools / Teleprompter Operator / Computer Technician; Michael Bolton World Tour (Jan 2009-Jul 2012)
–Shop Manager / Studio Manager / Audio Engineer; Sound Productions Co. {San Diego, CA} (2006-2012)
–Pro Tools Field Recording Engineer & Operator; Avenged Sevenfold, Taylor Swift, Gnarls Barkley, etc. (2006-2008)
–Guitars, Bass, Keys, MIDI & Utility Technician; Human League, Belinda Carlisle, ABC, Flock of Seagulls -Regeneration Tour (Summer 2008)
–In-Ear Monitor Engineer / Pro Tools Programmer & Operator / Logic Recording Engineer / Backline Programming Specialist; Julien-K, Chester Bennington (Linkin Park), Orgy (2007-2008)
–Audio Engineer / System Technician / RF Coordinator; Tony Robbins, Robert Kiyosaki, Suzi Orman, George Foreman, Jim Cramer, etc. –Learning Annex (2006-2007)
–Backline & Strings Tech / Pro Tools & MIDI Operator; Kelly Clarkson US Tour (2006)
–Stage Manager / Pro Tools & Logic Recording Engineer & Programmer / Backline {Guitars, Keys, Bass, Drums, Audio}; Joss Stone (2004-2005)
–Backline {Drums, Guitars, Bass, Keys}; The GoGos (Summer 2004)
–Audio Engineer / Technician; Sound Image (2003-2004)
–Regional Manager / Senior Technician for Amps, Electronics, and Strings; String Masters Custom Shop (2002-2004)
Self-Employment History
Teknix Concepts – Design & Consultation (2008-*Current)
Shred Teknix – Musical Instruction (1997-*Current)
Tone Teknix – Musical Instrument Repairs (2001-*Current)
Audio Teknix – Audio Design & Installations (2008-*Current)
Impentris – Musical Performer (1999-*Current)
Guitar Serenity – Musical Performer (2005-*Current)
International Roadie – Author / Musical Artist (2011-*Current)
“If you look & sound better, you’ll feel & play better”
– Ryan Huddleston
Certifications & Degrees
–Certified & Warranty Authorized Technician for Stringed
Instruments, Amplifiers & Other Electronics (Complete List)
–Pro Tools Certified Music Operator; 2004 & 2009 (v8.0)
–Sennheiser Wireless Certified; 2009
–Certified Hockey Coach; Semipro and College level; 2000
–CPR and First Aid Certified; 1997
–Pyrotechnics Safety Certified; 2010 (Level I & II)
–Firearms Safety Certified; 2012
–Miracosta College Vocational Degrees / Certificates…
–Recording Arts / Album Production 3.92 GPA 2004
–Live Sound Reinforcement 3.96 GPA 2004
–Digital Audio 4.0 GPA 2004
–Advanced Digital Audio 4.0 GPA 2004
–Music Technology 4.0 GPA 2004
–Performance Technician 4.0 GPA 2004
–Computerized Audio Production (pending)
–Music Performance (pending)
Other Experience
-Electrical Engineering & Retail of Teknix Concepts Switchers
–Produced & Published an 8-DVD Instructional Video Series
“Tricknology Video Series” by Teknix Concepts
–Produced & Published 3 Music Albums
“The Eras & Beyond” by Guitar Serenity
“Approaching the Darkness” by Impentris
“Music and Audio Tools” by International Roadie
–Multiple World Tours to North America, South America,
Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia
–Major Televised Productions & Festivals: Live 8 London, Grammys, Nobel Peace Prize, Brit Awards, Fashion Rocks, V fest, Bonaroo, T in the Park, Summer Sonic, SD Street Scene, Letterman, Leno, Kimmel, Fallon, The Today Show, and more.
–Musician: Guitar, Bass, Drums, Percussion, Keys and Voice
–Songwriter, Musical Director, & Lead Guitarist of heavy metal band, Impentris (1999-Current)
–Songwriter, Composer, & Performer of solo classical guitar, Guitar Serenity (2009-Current)
–Electric Guitar Luthier, custom designs since 1999
–Pyrotechnics classroom training and field experience
–Physical Therapy hands on training and hands on experience
–Executive Protection, Security training and experience
–High school varsity hockey 4yrs; 2yrs Team Captain
–Rubik’s cube solve in less than 2 minutes
Music Instruction Experience:
–Multi-Platinum Artists
–Amateur & professional band start-ups
–Private instructor for Studio West Recording School; Guitar Repair and Maintenance Workshops
–Private instructor for Miracosta College; Live Sound Reinforcement
–Private instructor for RBV High School; Guitar Class
–As many as 40 students per class
–Maintaining 100+ students per week
–Diverse ages; 4-80 years of age
–Featured in an 8-DVD set of music technology instruction
–Featured in Elixir Strings Guitar Tech Video Series
–Completed all traditional music transfer courses for Bachelor Degree Program; Music Theory, Ear Training, Musicianship, Songwriting, Piano, etc
EQUIPMENT ENDORSEMENTS
The gear used by Ryan Huddleston and the companies that he recommends. Thanks to all the vendors and friends for their support and endorsements.
GREATEST GUITAR SOLOS
Ryan Huddleston performs the greatest guitar solos of all time. Live performances by Ryan, up close with note for note guitar solos of Van Halen, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Dimebag Darrell, Kirk Hammett, David Gilmour, Randy Rhoads, and more.
ELIXIR STRINGS VIDEOS
Elixir Strings Guitar Tech Troubleshooting Video Series, featuring Ryan Huddleston. Learn the secrets of a professional guitar technician, so you can quickly troubleshoot and prevent technical difficulties, such as Staying in Tune, Noise and Crackle, String Buzz, and No Volume. Get your gear optimized for performance, so you can take the stage, or hit the studio, like a pro!
TEKNIX SWITCHERS
Teknix Concepts Switchers offer solutions for analog & digital systems, with a variety of customizable options. Handmade in the USA with only the best components. Designed and road tested for professional system back up switching for XLR, TRS, USB, MADI, MIDI, SMPTE, and more.