What Electro‑Voice does

Electro-Voice is a 98-year-old professional audio equipment manufacturer founded in 1927, headquartered in Burnsville, Minnesota, with manufacturing and R&D operations in Straubing, Germany. The company operates as a brand within Bosch Communications Systems, a division of Robert Bosch GmbH, alongside sibling brands Dynacord (electronics), RTS (intercom), and Telex (radio dispatch). Electro-Voice specializes in professional loudspeakers, microphones, and sound reinforcement systems, serving commercial and professional audio markets including sports venues, houses of worship, education, performing arts, hospitality, retail, fitness, and bars/nightclubs globally.

The company's product portfolio spans portable powered and passive loudspeakers (EVOLVE, ZLX, EKX, ELX200, ETX, Tour X), installed sound systems (EVF, EVH, EVA, EVC, EVU, EVID, EVID-S, LRC, Sx, ZX1i), line arrays (X-Line Advance, MTS Series), subwoofers, and microphones (RE20, RE27N/D, RE3 wireless, PolarChoice). Electro-Voice designs all major components in-house—including enclosures, waveguides, and drivers—and maintains proprietary technologies such as Variable-D (microphone low-frequency stabilization), FIR Drive (transducer linearity optimization via finite impulse response filters), Automatic Saturation Compensation, Signal Synchronized Transducers, the Peak Anticipation Limiter, and Variable Intensity waveguide geometry. The company's engineering resources are shared between Burnsville and Straubing, with complementary software tools (PREVIEW for line array configuration, SONICUE for amplifier/system control) integrated with Dynacord amplifiers under the "loud & clear" initiative.

The business model is primarily hardware sales through a global network of regional distributors (AVMAT in Switzerland, ApexPro in Southern Africa, Midwich Iberia in Spain/Portugal/Andorra) and certified system integrators, supplemented by extended warranty programs and after-sales service. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Electro-Voice combines an enterprise field sales motion for large venue installations (stadiums, arenas, performing arts centers) with channel-partner-led distribution for smaller commercial deployments, all under the Bosch Communications Systems parent infrastructure for global R&D, manufacturing, and corporate governance.

Name

Electro‑Voice

Legal name

Electro-Voice (brand of Bosch Communications Systems)

Website

https://electrovoice.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1927

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Electro-Voice is a professional audio equipment manufacturer founded in 1927 specializing in loudspeakers, microphones, and sound reinforcement systems. The company serves sports venues, houses of worship, education, hospitality, and performing arts markets globally as a brand within Bosch Communications Systems.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Audio Equipment

NAICS

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (33431), Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (3343)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Live Sound & Stage Equipment (PA Systems, Amplification, Monitoring) (MPAIAJAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Microphones, Headsets & Audio Input Devices (HDACAFAH), DJ & Performance Gear (Controllers, Turntables, CDJs, Mixers) (MPAIAJAC)

Keywords

• Professional loudspeakers
• Sound reinforcement systems
• Installed audio systems
• Wireless microphone systems
• Live event audio

Headquarters

HQ city

Burnsville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Loudspeaker Sales: Sale of professional loudspeakers including portable speakers, installed sound systems, live sound systems, and components such as subwoofers and accessories.
2. Microphone Sales: Sale of professional microphones including wired and wireless systems for live performance, installation, and broadcast applications.
3. Electronics (via Dynacord): Amplifiers, DSP, and other electronics are supplied through sibling brand Dynacord. Dynacord products including C-Series and IPX amplifiers optimize Electro-Voice loudspeaker systems.
4. Warranty Extensions: Extended warranty programs offered to customers for additional protection beyond standard warranty period.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Electro-Voice designs, manufactures, and sells professional audio equipment, including portable and installed loudspeakers (line array, point source, column, and subwoofer models), wired and wireless microphones for live and installed sound, and supporting audio system software (PREVIEW 3D configuration and SONICUE control). Products are built and assembled in Burnsville, Minnesota (USA) and Straubing, Germany, and reach customers through a network of regional distribution partners and certified system integrators.

Product overview

Electro-Voice is a professional audio equipment company specializing in loudspeakers and microphones. The product portfolio includes portable powered and passive loudspeakers (EVOLVE, ZLX, EKX, ELX200, ETX, Tour X series), installed sound systems (EVF, EVH, EVA, EVC, EVU, EVID, EVID-S, LRC, Sx, ZX1i, X-Line Advance, MTS Series), subwoofers (X12i-128, EVF-2151D, EVA-2151D), and microphones (RE3 wireless, RE20, RE27N/D, PolarChoice wired). Software tools include PREVIEW for line array configuration and SONICUE for sound system control. Electro-Voice products are complemented by Dynacord electronics (amplifiers, DSP) under the 'loud & clear' initiative. The company operates as part of Bosch Communications Systems alongside Dynacord and RTS.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• EVOLVE 90 Portable column loudspeaker for live music, DJs, and corporate AV. Targets professional users needing quick-deploy, high-output column-array sound.
• EVOLVE 70 Portable column loudspeaker for live music, performers, and event production. Aims at users needing compact, easy-to-deploy column-array coverage.
• ZLX G2 Portable powered loudspeaker for musicians, DJs, small venues, and event production. Successor generation of the ZLX portable line.
• EVERSE 12 Battery-powered portable loudspeaker for outdoor events, mobile performers, and any application requiring cable-free sound reinforcement.
• EKX Portable Loudspeakers Portable powered and passive loudspeaker series for live sound, musicians, DJs, and small-to-mid venue production.
• ELX200 Portable Loudspeakers Portable powered and passive loudspeaker series for live performance, mobile DJs, and small-to-mid venue applications.
• ETX Portable Powered Loudspeakers High-output portable powered loudspeakers for professional live sound, touring, and venue production.
• Tour X Portable Passive Loudspeakers Portable passive loudspeakers for live sound reinforcement in touring and event production, paired with external amplification.
• EVF Series Front-loaded point source installed loudspeakers for commercial fixed-install venues such as houses of worship, sports, and performance spaces.
• EVH Series Horn-loaded point source installed loudspeakers designed for high-output, long-throw fixed installations.
• EVA Expandable Vertical Array Expandable vertical line array loudspeakers for fixed installations requiring scalable, even coverage such as houses of worship, arenas, and auditoriums.
• EVC Compact Loudspeakers Compact installed loudspeakers for background/foreground music and speech reinforcement in smaller commercial venues.
• EVU Ultra-Compact 2-Way Speaker Systems Ultra-compact 2-way installed loudspeakers for distributed audio, fill, and unobtrusive fixed-install applications.
• EVID Premium Install Commercial Speakers Premium installed commercial speakers targeting distributed audio, restaurants, retail, hospitality, and venues requiring high-fidelity background music.
• EVID-S Loudspeakers Commercial installed loudspeakers designed for distributed audio in retail, hospitality, fitness, and other commercial environments.
• LRC Line Radiator Column Loudspeakers Column form-factor installed loudspeakers intended for speech-intelligibility applications such as houses of worship, transit, and presentation spaces.
• MTS Series Point-source professional installed loudspeakers targeting high-output fixed installations including large houses of worship, arenas, and auditoriums.
• X-Line Advance Large-format professional line array system for concert touring, festivals, arenas, and high-SPL fixed installations.
• Sx Series Passive Loudspeakers Passive loudspeaker range designed for installed sound and systems requiring external amplification.
• ZX1i 8-inch 2-way passive installed loudspeaker for distributed audio and commercial fixed-install applications.
• X12i-128 Subwoofer Installed subwoofer for low-frequency extension in permanent fixed-install audio systems.
• RE3 Wireless Microphone System Professional UHF wireless microphone system for live performance, houses of worship, education, and other professional sound applications. Includes handheld, bodypack, and instrument transmitter options.
• RE20 Variable-D Microphone Professional Variable-D dynamic microphone for broadcast, voice-over, and recording applications; well known for minimizing proximity effect.
• RE27N/D Variable-D Microphone Professional Variable-D dynamic microphone with neodymium magnet for broadcast, voice-over, and recording applications.
• PolarChoice Installation Microphones Installed podium/lectern/fixed microphone line for permanent installations such as government, court, and conference use where selectable polar pattern flexibility is needed.
• PREVIEW 3D line array configuration software for designing, modeling, and tuning Electro-Voice line array and loudspeaker systems before deployment. Aimed at system designers and integrators.
• SONICUE Sound System Software Sound system control and DSP configuration software for operating and tuning professional Electro-Voice audio systems, including integration with Dynacord amplifiers and DSP.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 80% of repairs completed within 3 days or less
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and regional.

• DynacordcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDynacord is the sibling brand within Bosch Communications Systems dedicated to electronics and software. Electro-Voice loudspeakers and microphones are complemented by Dynacord amplifiers, DSP, and system software. The 'loud & clear' initiative aligns Dynacord's electronics expertise with Electro-Voice's transducer technology. Powered by Dynacord appears on Electro-Voice powered loudspeakers, while Electro-Voice speakers optimize with Dynacord power and presets.
• Bosch Communications SystemsflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerElectro-Voice is part of the Bosch Communications Systems family of brands along with Dynacord (electronics), RTS (intercom systems), and Telex (radio dispatch and aviation solutions). The parent company provides global R&D resources and infrastructure. Engineering teams collaborate between Burnsville, MN (USA) and Straubing (Germany) facilities.
• AVMATregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSwiss distributor for Electro-Voice and Dynacord products. Provides local sales, technical support, and logistics for Swiss market.
• ApexProregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSole distributor for Electro-Voice and Dynacord products in Southern Africa. Provides comprehensive distribution services for the territory.
• Midwich IberiaregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Electro-Voice and Dynacord covering Spain, Portugal and Andorra. Part of Midwich Group's European distributor network.
• BoschflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent company providing global R&D resources, sustainability infrastructure, and corporate governance. Electro-Voice products are backed by Bosch environmental commitments including carbon neutrality goals and WEEE compliance. Security advisories managed through Bosch PSIRT.

Scale indicators3 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/ElectroVoicedotcom
• Xx.com/Electro_Voice

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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