What BEACN does

BEACN (legal entity: BEACN Wizardry & Magic Inc.) is a Canadian audio technology company headquartered in Victoria, British Columbia, that designs, manufactures, and sells broadcast-quality audio hardware and software for content creators, streamers, gamers, and podcasters. The company was founded in 2020 and is publicly listed on the TSX-Venture Exchange under the ticker BECN, operating with a small team of 11–50 employees.

The company's product ecosystem centers on proprietary Broadcast Voice DSP technology that performs real-time audio processing — including EQ, compression, noise suppression, gating, de-essing, and dynamics control — directly on hardware, eliminating latency and CPU load associated with software plugins. Core products include the BEACN Mic (USB broadcast dynamic microphone), BEACN Studio (XLR-to-USB-C interface with industry-first dual-USB BEACN Link enabling 8 channels of bi-directional audio between two PCs), BEACN Mix and Mix Create (hardware audio mixers with submix routing), and BEACN Headset (DSP-powered wireless headset with binaural personalization). A central BEACN App (currently version 1.4 with hotkey-based profile switching and audio cross-fade) ties the ecosystem together. Patent-pending real-time adaptive noise suppression and the proprietary BEACN Link protocol constitute the company's principal technology differentiators.

BEACN operates a direct-to-consumer go-to-market motion through a Shopify-powered storefront (beacn.com), shipping globally with multi-currency support. Revenue is generated almost entirely through one-time hardware sales at price points ranging from $9.99 (replacement cables) to $657.99 (Ultimate Streaming Bundle), supplemented by refurbished units, accessories, merchandise, gift cards, and a modest $50 one-on-one setup/support service. There is no subscription model. The company has completed multiple small non-brokered private placements (cumulative proceeds in the low single-digit millions of CAD across 2024–2026 tranches) to fund inventory, R&D, and working capital. Customer concentration is structurally low, as the business serves a long tail of individual creators rather than enterprise accounts.

Name

BEACN

Legal name

BEACN Wizardry & Magic Inc.

Website

https://beacn.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

BEACN designs and sells proprietary DSP-powered audio hardware and software — microphones, XLR interfaces, mixers, and a headset — for content creators, streamers, gamers, and podcasters, distributed direct-to-consumer globally via its Shopify storefront.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Creator Audio Hardware

NAICS

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (33431)

SIC

Household Audio & Video Equipment (3651), Computer Peripheral Equipment, Nec (3577)

akta.pro primary industry

Gaming Audio Devices (Headsets, Mics, DACs) (CRACAOAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Headphones & Personal Audio Retail (Earbuds, ANC, DACs) (CRACAEAG), Microphones, Headsets & Audio Input Devices (HDACAFAH), Gaming Networking & Streaming Gear Retail (Routers, Capture Cards, Webcams, Mics) (CRACAFAK), Audio Accessories (Ear Tips, Cables, Stands, Cases, Transmitters) (CRACANAM)

Keywords

• Creator audio hardware
• Broadcast audio equipment
• Streaming audio mixers
• USB broadcast microphones
• Gaming audio peripherals

Headquarters

HQ city

Victoria

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: One-time purchase revenue from selling audio hardware products including microphones, headsets, audio interfaces, mixers, and accessories. Products are sold directly through e-commerce with prices ranging from $9.99 to $349.99 USD.
2. Accessories and Peripherals: Sale of complementary products including mic stands, cables, windscreens, parts kits, apparel (hoodies, t-shirts), desk mats, plushies, and gift cards.
3. Refurbished Products: Sale of refurbished versions of main products at discounted prices (e.g., Refurbished Studio at $199 vs $259 new).
4. Bundles: Product bundles offering savings versus individual purchase (e.g., Come To BEACN Bundle at $399 vs $528 separate).
5. Professional Services: One-on-one product setup calls ($50) and technical support calls for customers needing assistance configuring their audio gear.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels12 records

Core offering

BEACN designs, manufactures, and sells broadcast-quality audio hardware (USB microphones, wireless headsets, XLR audio interfaces, hardware audio mixers) and companion software for content creators, streamers, gamers, and podcasters. Products are sold direct-to-consumer through the company's Shopify-powered e-commerce storefront and feature proprietary on-device DSP (digital signal processing) for real-time noise suppression, EQ, compression, and dual-PC audio routing via BEACN Link technology.

Product overview

BEACN is a creator audio technology company offering a unified ecosystem of broadcast-quality audio hardware and software products for content creators, streamers, gamers, and podcasters. The core product lineup includes BEACN Mic (USB broadcast dynamic microphone with onboard DSP), BEACN Studio (XLR audio interface with dual USB and BEACN Link), BEACN Headset (DSP-powered wireless mic and headphones), BEACN Mix and Mix Create (hardware audio mixers with submix routing), and BEACN App (central control platform for the ecosystem). These products share BEACN's proprietary Broadcast Voice DSP technology for real-time audio processing including noise suppression, EQ, compression, and gating. BEACN Studio and Mix Create enable advanced dual-PC streaming workflows with 8-channel bi-directional audio routing. Accessories include Mic Stand, foam windscreens, cables, and parts kits. The company also offers product bundles, paid setup/support services, and merchandise.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• BEACN Mic USB-C broadcast dynamic microphone with onboard DSP processing, real-time noise suppression, Broadcast Voice DSP (EQ, compression, expander/gate, de-esser, bass enhance), customizable RGB LED ring, and built-in studio-quality headphone amplifier; designed for streamers, gamers, podcasters, and content creators.
• BEACN Studio Premium XLR-to-USB-C audio interface with industry-first dual USB connections enabling 8 channels of bi-directional digital audio via proprietary BEACN Link technology, 69dB ultra-low-noise preamp, +48V phantom power, onboard DSP processing, and dual PC streaming support.
• BEACN Headset DSP-powered wireless headset combining broadcast-quality microphone with premium headphones, featuring onboard Broadcast Voice DSP, Binaural Personalization DSP, ultra-low latency wireless, Bluetooth 5.3, USB, and analog connectivity; includes leatherette and fabric ear pads with gel cooling.
• BEACN Mix Windows audio mixer providing easy control over multiple audio sources with four channels, allowing submix routing for independent audio mixes for user and audience; pairs with BEACN Studio for expanded control capabilities.
• BEACN Mix Create Advanced audio mixer for content creators offering four-channel audio control with submix routing, preset profile switching, and drag-and-drop application assignment; enables independent mixes for streamer and audience and is compatible with BEACN Studio and BEACN Mic.
• BEACN App Central control application for the BEACN ecosystem providing mixer control, audio routing, DSP settings management, profile switching, and hotkey assignment; version 1.4 adds Binaural Personalization DSP and Live Profiles.
• BEACN Mic Stand Low-profile adjustable desk mount boom arm with 360-degree ball head design, built-in cable management channel, and universal 5/8" and 3/8" thread compatibility; supports up to 4.4 lbs (2kg).
• BEACN Mic Foam Windscreen Replacement foam windscreen for BEACN Mic in Black, Purple, and Red colors; helps reduce plosives and wind noise during recording.
• BEACN Mic Headphone Extension Cable Replacement headphone extension cable for BEACN Mic in Dark and Light color options.
• BEACN Mic Parts Kit Replacement parts kit for BEACN Mic containing 2x knobs, 2x washers, 2x bushing, 2x gasket, and 1x cable management clip; available in Dark and Light colors.
• BEACN Mic USB Cable (3.5M) Replacement USB-C cable for BEACN Mic, 3.5 meters in length; class compliant and available in White color.
• Come To BEACN Bundle Bundle combining BEACN Mic, BEACN Studio, BEACN Mix Create, and accessories at a discounted price; regularly $528.00, sale price $399.00.
• Ultimate Streaming Bundle Complete streaming bundle including BEACN Mic, Mic Stand, and Mix Create; full retail price $657.99.
• BEACN Mic Kit Bundle combining BEACN Mic (DSP Powered) with Mic Stand; regular price $479.98, sale price $455.98.
• BEACN One-On-One Product Setup Call Paid service offering personalized one-on-one assistance with BEACN product setup and configuration; priced at $50.00.
• BEACN One-On-One Technical Support Call Paid technical support service offering one-on-one assistance for BEACN products; starting from $50.00.

Quantifiable outcome

• Real-time noise suppression removes steady-state sounds (fans, AC) without latency
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability9 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• AlienwarecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 25 April 2025BEACN partnered with Alienware for LVLUp Expo 2025 (April 25-27 at Las Vegas Convention Center). BEACN participated in 'Alienware x BEACN Streaming Pod in Booth #303', part of the Alienware Mobile Gaming Lounge area. Daily raffles and exclusive discounts were offered at the event. BEACN and Alienware share overlapping target audiences of gamers and content creators.
• StreamDeck (Elgato)coreTechnology or IntegrationBEACN App supports StreamDeck integration via hotkey functionality. Users can create multi-actions combining OBS scene changes, BEACN Profile changes, and other device controls (e.g., Govee lights) on a single StreamDeck button. This enables seamless audio mix changes alongside other streaming software activities.
• DiscordcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerBEACN operates an official Discord community server with 12K+ members. Discord is used for community support, beta testing feedback, direct creator engagement, bug reporting, and announcements. Community is described as 'Come hang out with our 12K+ BEACN community.'
• PayPalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPayPal is offered as a payment option at checkout. Cookie policy shows PayPal domain cookies for payment processing and fraud prevention. PayPal logo displayed alongside other payment methods.

Scale indicators3 records

Broad incumbents

• Razer: Razer sells gaming headsets (BlackShark, Kraken) and streaming microphones (Seiren) targeting streamers and gamers. As a publicly traded hardware incumbent with global retail, Razer is a benchmark competitor for BEACN's headset and mic categories.
• SteelSeries: SteelSeries produces gaming headsets (Arctis Nova line) with retractable broadcast microphones, plus USB mics aimed at the streamer/gaming segment. It is a broad incumbent with established retail presence competing for the same end-buyer persona.
• Sennheiser: Sennheiser produces consumer and professional audio equipment including headsets and broadcast microphones (HD 600 series, Profile, MKE) competing at the premium end of BEACN's target customer base. Binaural Personalization positions BEACN against Sennheiser's audiophile heritage.
• Shure: Shure is the broad incumbent in professional microphones (SM7B, MV7, MV7+) used heavily by podcasters, broadcasters, and streamers. BEACN's BEACN Mic, BEACN Studio preamp, and dual-PC Link features are positioned as a streamlined, creator-native alternative to Shure's prosumer XLR chains.
• Epos (Sennheiser): Epos, formerly the Sennheiser Communications joint venture, sells premium gaming and enterprise headsets targeting the same prosumer/gaming/professional audio buyer that BEACN Headset addresses. Epos is a relevant incumbent in DSP-enabled headsets.
• HyperX (HP): HyperX, now part of HP, sells gaming headsets (Cloud, Cloud II, Cloud Alpha) and USB microphones (QuadCast, SoloCast) widely adopted by streamers and gamers - the same audiences BEACN targets. HyperX is a broad incumbent with retail distribution BEACN lacks.

Direct peers

• Blue Microphones (Logitech): Blue, now owned by Logitech, sells USB and XLR microphones (Yeti, Blue Sona, Snowball) widely used by streamers, podcasters, and YouTubers - the same primary customer base as BEACN. Reviews even mention BEACN products as replacements for GOXLR/Blue-style workflows.
• Rode: Rode (NT-USB, PodMic, Rodecaster Pro II) is a direct competitor in the creator-audio and podcasting space, with the Rodecaster Pro II being the dominant integrated podcast production console. BEACN competes on price, integration, and the all-in-one creator workflow Rode pioneered.
• TC Electronic / Mackie (GOXLR): GOXLR and GOXLR Mini are hardware audio mixers with on-device DSP that have become the de facto reference product for streamers, the exact pain point BEACN Mix/Mix Create and BEACN Studio aim to displace. Customer reviews explicitly reference replacing GOXLR with BEACN.
• Elgato (Corsair Gaming): Elgato, owned by Corsair, is the most direct competitor to BEACN, offering creator-focused microphones (Wave series), audio interfaces (Wave XLR), Stream Deck, and audio mixers targeting the same streamer/podcaster/dual-PC workflow that BEACN targets. StreamDeck integration with BEACN App further confirms direct overlap.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/beacn
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@beacn
• Facebookfacebook.com/beacn.ca
• Instagraminstagram.com/beacn
• TikToktiktok.com/@beacn

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds5 records

Investors2 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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