What Blustream does

Blustream designs, manufactures, and distributes professional audio-visual (AV) signal distribution hardware for the global AV installer and integrator channel. The portfolio centers on HDBaseT matrices and extenders, Video over IP solutions (H.265, JPEG2000, and uncompressed SDVoE variants), HDMI distribution products (matrices, splitters, switchers, and multi-viewers up to 8K), USB/KVM extension and switching, Dante audio-over-IP endpoints, wireless BYOD presentation switches, and ancillary power management (Smart PDU) products. Technical differentiators include proprietary Color Space Conversion (CSC) down-conversion, advanced multi-view processing (PIP/POP/PBP layouts), USB 3.2 Gen1 extension at 5 Gbps over CAT6A, and compliance with HDMI 2.0, HDBaseT, SDVoE, and Dante standards. The company was founded in 2014 in Melbourne, Australia and is now headquartered in Hickling Pastures, United Kingdom, with wholly-owned regional entities in Australia, the United States, and Spain.

Blustream sells exclusively through an authorized global distributor network and does not transact directly with end customers; the end-customer base consists of professional AV installation companies and custom integrators deploying systems in residential, corporate, retail, hospitality, and control-room environments. The company maintains third-party control drivers for at least eleven home- and commercial-automation platforms (Control4, Crestron Home, ELAN, Savant, QSYS, Extron, Loxone, RTI, URC, DemoPad, Push Controls) and holds memberships in CEDIA and AVIXA. Revenue is generated through B2B hardware sales with pricing conducted on a quotation basis; no subscription, recurring, or software-revenue component is disclosed. Pricing is not publicly listed, and the company operates with 11-50 employees across four regional offices. No venture capital or private equity funding rounds, acquisitions, or public listing are evidenced in the available data; the legal operating entity is Blustream Ltd, a UK private limited company.

Name

Blustream

Legal name

Blustream Ltd

Website

https://blustream.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Blustream designs and distributes professional AV signal-distribution hardware — including HDBaseT matrices, Video over IP, HDMI distribution, USB/KVM, and Dante audio products — sold exclusively through a global authorized distributor network to AV installers and integrators serving residential and commercial installations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional AV Distribution Equipment

NAICS

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (33431), Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220), Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290)

SIC

Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Radio & Tv Broadcasting & Communications Equipment (3663)

akta.pro primary industry

Video Adapters & Converters (HDMI/DP/VGA/DVI/USB-C) (HDACAHAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Multiport Adapters (USB-C Multi-Adapters) (HDACAHAE), Cables, Mounts & Installation Accessories Retail (HDMI, Wall Mounts, Stands) (CRACAEAJ), Pro Audio Equipment (Mics, Interfaces, Mixers, Studio Monitors) (MPAIAJAB), Hi‑Fi / Audiophile Components (DACs, Amps, Turntables, Streamers) (CRACANAI)

Keywords

• Professional AV distribution
• HDBaseT matrix systems
• Video over IP solutions
• HDMI signal distribution
• Dante audio networking

Headquarters

HQ city

Willoughby On The Wolds

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. AV Distribution Hardware Sales: Blustream generates revenue through the sale of professional AV distribution equipment including matrices, extenders, switchers, and related accessories. Products are sold through a global distributor network to AV installers and integrators.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Blustream designs, manufactures and distributes professional audio-visual (AV) distribution hardware for installers and integrators. Its product lines include HDBaseT matrix switches and extenders (up to 150m), Video over IP transmitters and receivers (H.265, JPEG2000, SDVoE), HDMI matrices, splitters, switchers and multi-viewers (up to 8K), USB 3.2/KVM extension and switching products, Dante-enabled audio networking devices, and wireless BYOD presentation switches. Products are sold exclusively through a global network of authorized distributors serving residential and commercial AV installations.

Product overview

Blustream is an AV (audio-visual) distribution products company offering a comprehensive portfolio of distribution solutions. The product portfolio centers on video and audio distribution technologies including: HDBaseT Matrix switches (ranging from 4x2 to 16x16 configurations, plus Custom Pro Modular systems), Video over IP solutions (H.265, JPEG2000, and SDVoE variants including IP300UHD and IP350UHD with Dante integration), HDMI Distribution products (matrices, splitters, switchers, multi-viewers supporting up to 8K), USB/KVM extension and switching solutions (including USB3.2 Gen1 extenders like UEX3C-KIT), Dante-enabled audio networking products, and Presentation/BYOD wireless solutions (WMF72). Key products include the MX44AVW video wall processor, MV41 multiview switcher, and PLA88CS HDBaseT matrix. The company provides both residential and commercial installation solutions with third-party control integration through protocols like Control4, Crestron, and Savant.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• HDBaseT Matrix range (4x2 to 16x16) Family of HDBaseT matrix switches in sizes from 4x2 up to 16x16 for distributing AV signals in residential and commercial installations.
• Custom Pro Modular 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 Matrix Modular, customizable matrix system supporting 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 video distribution for professional AV installations.
• HDBaseT Extender range (up to 150m) Range of HDBaseT extender kits (including uncompressed 18Gbps, 70m, 100m and 150m variants) for distributing HDMI signals over long CAT cable runs.
• PLA88CS Platinum 8x8 HDBaseT CSC AV Matrix Platinum-series 8x8 HDBaseT matrix with CSC video processing and audio downmixing, supporting 150m HDMI signal extension.
• HEX150CS-KIT HDBaseT CSC Extender Set HDBaseT extender kit with CSC processing, transmitting HDMI signals up to 150m over CAT cable.
• IP300UHD-TX 4K Video over IP Transmitter Video over IP transmitter delivering 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 video via a 1Gb managed network for IP-based AV distribution.
• IP300UHD-RX 4K Video over IP Receiver Video over IP receiver that pairs with the IP300UHD-TX to deliver 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 video over a 1Gb managed network.
• IP350UHD-TX 4K Video over IP Transmitter with Dante Video over IP transmitter delivering 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 over a 1Gb managed network with integrated Dante audio for combined video/audio-over-IP distribution.
• IP350UHD-RX 4K Video over IP Receiver with Dante Video over IP receiver that pairs with the IP350UHD-TX to deliver 4K 60Hz 4:4:4 video plus Dante audio over a 1Gb managed network.
• MX44AVW 4x4 4K HDMI 2.0 Video Wall Processor 4x4 4K HDMI 2.0 multi-purpose video processing system that combines matrix switching, multiview and video wall capabilities for commercial installations.
• MV41 4x1 HDMI Multi-View Switcher 4x1 HDMI multi-view switcher that displays up to four HDMI sources simultaneously with customizable layouts for commercial and residential installations.
• UEX3C-KIT USB 3.2 Gen1 Data Extender USB 3.2 Gen1 extender kit using HDBaseT to extend USB data signals up to 100m over CAT6A cable for KVM and device extension.
• CMX44CS-V2 Contractor 4x4 4K HDMI 2.0 Matrix Contractor-series 4x4 4K HDMI 2.0 matrix with HDCP 2.2 support, distributing four HDMI sources to four displays for residential and commercial AV.
• WMF72 Wireless Multi-Format Presentation Switch Wireless multi-format presentation switch with BYOD (bring-your-own-device) functionality for meeting rooms and collaboration spaces.
• Dante Audio Product Line Product family of Dante-enabled audio devices including encoders/decoders, converters, amplifiers, wallplates and Dante-integrated video switchers for audio-over-IP distribution.
• USB/KVM Solutions Range of USB and KVM solutions including USB switchers, USB 3.2/2.0 extenders and USB KVM matrix products for device extension and switching.
• HDMI Distribution range Comprehensive HDMI distribution portfolio including matrices, splitters, switchers, multi-viewers, fibre extenders, signal management, scaling and automation products supporting up to 8K.
• Power Management Smart PDUs Smart Power Distribution Units (4-Way and 8-Way) for managed AV rack and installation power control.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration16 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• HDMIcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partnership for HDMI licensing and compliance. Blustream products support HDMI 2.0 and later specifications including HDR and HDCP2.2/2.3.
• HDBaseTcoreTechnology or IntegrationHDBaseT Alliance technology partner. Blustream offers comprehensive HDBaseT product line including matrices, extenders, splitters, and transmitters/receivers.
• SDVoE (Software Video Over Ethernet)coreTechnology or IntegrationSDVoE Alliance member providing uncompressed 4K Video over IP solutions using SDVoE technology.
• DantecoreTechnology or IntegrationAudinate Dante audio networking integration. Blustream products include Dante encoder/decoder, converters, amplifiers, and wallplates for professional audio integration.
• CrestroncoreTechnology or IntegrationCrestron Home driver integration for Blustream MV41 Multiview and Multicast UHD products. Third-party control drivers available for seamless integration with Crestron home automation systems.
• Control4coreTechnology or IntegrationControl4 home automation driver support for CMX44CS-V2 and other matrix products. Third-party control drivers available.
• Control System ManufacturerscoreTechnology or IntegrationThird-party control drivers available for major control brands including Control4, ELAN, Savant, Crestron Home, QSYS, Extron, Loxone, RTI, URC, DemoPad, Push Controls.

Scale indicators2 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Extron Electronics: Major US-based manufacturer of professional AV signal distribution, switching, and control products. Directly competes with Blustream across matrix switchers, extenders, and integration with control systems; Blustream even lists Extron integration drivers, highlighting the competitive overlap.
• WyreStorm: UK-headquartered manufacturer of HDBaseT, HDMI, and AV-over-IP distribution products with strong global distribution. Closest direct peer to Blustream in terms of product mix (matrices, extenders, Video over IP) and similar reliance on HDBaseT/SDVoE technologies.
• Atlona (Panduit): US-based AV distribution and AV-over-IP manufacturer (acquired by Panduit in 2019). Competes directly with Blustream on HDMI matrix switches, extenders, and Omega series AV-over-IP solutions for commercial and residential installations.
• Lightware Visual Engineering: Hungarian-origin manufacturer of professional HDMI matrix switchers, extenders, and AV-over-IP products serving both residential and commercial integrators. Highly comparable product portfolio and customer base to Blustream's professional installer channel.
• PureLink (PureLink GmbH): German manufacturer of professional AV signal management products including matrix switchers, extenders, and video-over-IP systems. Direct competitor in European pro-AV installations with overlapping HDBaseT product lines.
• Crestron Electronics: Large US manufacturer of AV control and distribution systems for residential and commercial markets. Crestron's DM (DigitalMedia) product line directly competes with Blustream's HDBaseT matrices and extenders, while Blustream ships certified Crestron Home drivers — illustrating both competition and partnership.
• CYP (CYP Europe): UK-based manufacturer of AV signal distribution equipment including HDBaseT matrices, HDMI extenders, and multi-view processors. Directly comparable product range and channel-based GTM targeting the same UK/EU integrator market.

Broad incumbents

• AMX (HARMAN): Established US manufacturer (part of HARMAN/Samsung) of AV control and distribution systems for enterprise and high-end residential markets. Broader portfolio than Blustream but overlaps on matrix switching and HDBaseT extension.
• QSC (Q-SYS): US-based manufacturer of professional audio, video, and control (Q-SYS) systems. While primarily audio-focused, Q-SYS has expanded into video distribution and integrated control — and Blustream lists QSYS integration drivers, reflecting overlap in commercial AV system specifications.

Emerging players

• ZeeVee: US-based specialist in SDVoE and AV-over-IP distribution for commercial and pro-AV markets. Comparable to Blustream's IP300UHD/IP350UHD product lines and competes for the same Video-over-IP specification opportunities.

Market position

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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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