What Crown Audio does

Crown Audio manufactures professional power amplifiers for commercial and live-sound applications. The company's product portfolio spans seven core series — DCi DriveCore, CDi DriveCore, I-Tech HD, XLS DriveCore 2, XTi 2, XLi, ComTech, XLC and DSi 2.0 — covering installed sound, tour sound, cinema, portable PA, recording/broadcast and life-safety use cases. Underlying the lineup is Crown's proprietary DriveCore amplifier platform, which integrates power conversion with digital signal processing, alongside support for networked audio protocols including BLU link (HARMAN's proprietary), Audinate Dante with AES67 interoperability, CobraNet and AVB. The DCi DA Series carries EN 54-16 certification for European life-safety and emergency-notification systems. Power outputs range from 125W per channel in compact commercial units to 12,000W in touring amplifiers, available in 2, 4 and 8-channel configurations.

The company distributes through HARMAN Professional Solutions' worldwide channel, with regional authorized distributors covering North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific, complemented by an online "Where to Buy" dealer locator and a US-only Pro Service Portal. End customers include enterprise venues — sports stadiums (Tottenham Hotspur, Twickenham, Crypto.com Arena), music festivals (Coachella, Lollapalooza), hospitality (Park Hyatt Bangkok), performing arts (Kennedy Center), cinema (CGV Cinemas), higher education (Belmont University), theme parks, and airports. Pricing is quote-based through dealers with no public list pricing.

Crown is a brand of HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated, a Delaware corporation headquartered in the United States. HARMAN was acquired by Samsung Electronics in 2017, placing Crown inside the Samsung corporate family under the HARMAN Professional Solutions division. Crown continues to maintain its own product roadmap — most recently the ComTech D Series power-sharing amplifiers with DSP and Dante — and markets six localized websites targeting English, Chinese, Brazilian Portuguese, French, Japanese and Korean audiences, with active social presence on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Name

Crown Audio

Legal name

HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated

Website

https://crownaudio.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1947

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Crown Audio is a US-headquartered professional power amplifier manufacturer, operating as a brand within HARMAN Professional Solutions (Samsung subsidiary). It sells DriveCore-based amplifiers across installed sound, tour sound, cinema, portable PA and life-safety verticals through a global distributor and dealer network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Elkhart

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Power Amplifier Hardware Sales: Direct sales of professional power amplifiers ranging from small commercial units to high-power touring amplifiers. Products include various series (CDi, DCi, I-Tech HD, ComTech, XLi, XTi 2, XLS DriveCore 2, VRack) targeting different market segments from portable PA to large venue installations.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Crown Audio designs, manufactures, and sells professional power amplifiers for commercial and live-sound applications. Its product portfolio spans installation amplifiers with networked audio (BLU link, Dante/AES67, CobraNet, AVB), high-power touring amplifiers, portable PA amplifiers, cinema amplifiers, and life-safety EN 54-16 compliant models. The brand operates under HARMAN Professional Solutions and is sold globally to venues, system integrators, and live-event production companies through authorized distributors and direct enterprise sales.

Product overview

Crown Audio is a professional power amplifier manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of installation and portable PA amplifiers. The product lineup is organized into distinct series targeting different market segments: DCi DriveCore Series and CDi DriveCore Series for commercial installations with networking capabilities (Dante, BLU link); I-Tech HD Series for high-power touring and professional installations; XLS DriveCore 2 Series and XTi 2 Series for portable PA applications; ComTech Series for commercial installations with DSP and networking; XLi Series and XLC Series for budget-conscious portable and installation applications; and VRack for integrated touring solutions. The products utilize proprietary DriveCore technology across multiple series, feature comprehensive network audio protocol support (Dante, BLU link, CobraNet, AVB), and are backed by the Harman Professional ecosystem including JBL, BSS, and Soundcraft brands.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• DCi DriveCore Series Professional installation power amplifier series featuring DriveCore technology, offered in three variants: Analog (basic connectivity), DA Series (Dante/AES67 networked audio with EN 54-16 compliance for life safety), and Network Series (advanced networking capabilities). Available in 2, 4, and 8 channel configurations with power outputs from 300W to 2400W per channel. Intended for system integrators and venue operators deploying commercial installed sound, cinema, and recording/broadcast applications.
• CDi DriveCore Series Commercial installation power amplifier series with DriveCore technology, available in Analog and BLU Link variants for installed sound applications. Power outputs range from 300W to 1200W per channel in 2 or 4 channel configurations. Designed for commercial AV installations, houses of worship, and small-to-mid venue operators.
• CDi Series Commercial power amplifiers including the CDi 1000, CDi 2000, CDi 4000, and CDi 6000 models, designed for commercial audio installation applications across venues, hospitality, retail, and similar fixed-install environments.
• I-Tech HD Series High-power touring and installation amplifiers featuring onboard DSP processing and network control. Models include the I-Tech 4x3500HD (4-channel, 4000W @ 4Ω), I-Tech 12000HD, I-Tech 9000HD, and I-Tech 5000HD. Targeted at tour sound production companies, large-venue operators, and high-power installation applications.
• XLS DriveCore 2 Series Portable PA power amplifiers including the XLS 1002, XLS 1502, XLS 2002, and XLS 2502, featuring DriveCore 2 technology for portable live sound and mobile PA applications such as mobile DJs, bands, and rental companies.
• XTi 2 Series Portable power amplifiers for live sound applications. Models include the XTi 1002, XTi 2002, XTi 4002, and XTi 6002 with built-in DSP and network control, suitable for bands, venues, and portable PA users.
• XLi Series Budget-friendly portable power amplifiers for live sound, including the XLi 800, XLi 1500, XLi 2500, and XLi 3500. Designed for cost-sensitive portable PA, small venue, and entry-level live sound applications.
• Commercial Series Commercial mixing amplifiers including the 135MA and 160MA models, designed for paging and background music applications in commercial installations such as retail, hospitality, restaurants, and small venues.
• ComTech Series Commercial installation amplifiers organized in two sub-series: ComTech D Series (with DSP, Dante networking, and power sharing capability) and ComTech DriveCore Series (CT 475, CT 4150, CT 875, CT 8150). Targeted at commercial AV installations requiring flexible power allocation and networked audio.
• VRack Touring amplifier rack system with integrated I-Tech HD amplifiers, available as the VRack 4x3500HD and VRack 12000HD. Includes rigging frames designed for touring applications, providing a pre-configured, road-ready amplifier solution for tour sound production.
• XLC Series Professional power amplifiers including the XLC 21300, XLC 2500, and XLC 2800 for commercial and live sound applications, including cinema deployments.
• DSi 2.0 Series Cinema power amplifiers designed specifically for cinema applications, providing power amplification for commercial theater sound systems including Dolby Atmos and other immersive audio installations.
• Amp Accessories Amplifier accessories including the XFMR-4 transformer module for 70V/100V distributed audio systems and the EOL Box for end-of-line speaker monitoring in life safety and commercial installations.
• HIQnet Band Manager Computer configuration software (Version 2.0.0.0 R1 for Windows) for Crown amplifiers using the HiQnet networking protocol, used by system integrators and audio professionals to configure, control, and monitor compatible Crown amplifiers on a network.

Named customers12 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

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Integration5 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and regional.

• HARMAN International (Samsung Electronics)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCrown Audio is a brand under HARMAN Professional Solutions, owned by Samsung Electronics. HARMAN's professional audio division encompasses JBL Professional, AKG, BSS, dbx, Soundcraft, Martin, and AMX, providing an integrated ecosystem of audio, lighting, and control solutions.
• Algam IbericaregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial distribution partner for Crown and HARMAN Professional products in Spain, handling local sales, support, and logistics for the Iberian Peninsula market.
• MadisonAVregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for AMX and install audio solutions including Crown amplifiers in Australia, providing local distribution and technical support.
• Masterpiece (Middle East)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNew distributor appointed for GCC countries in the Middle East for HARMAN Professional Solutions including Crown audio products.
• Ertekin ElektronikregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor appointed to support customer demand for Crown and HARMAN products in Turkey.
• Fairlight (Benelux)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAudio distribution rights extended to Fairlight in Benelux region for Crown and HARMAN Professional Solutions products.
• Q-SYScoreTechnology or IntegrationCrown offers Q-SYS monitoring plugins and BIM objects for integration with Q-SYS audio/video control platforms, enabling networked control and monitoring of Crown amplifiers.
• Audinate (Dante)coreTechnology or IntegrationDCi DA Series amplifiers feature Audinate's Dante networking protocol with AES67 compatibility, enabling interoperability with Dante-enabled audio systems worldwide.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• QSC, LLC: U.S.-based manufacturer of professional power amplifiers (CXD, PLD, CX, ISA series), loudspeakers, and networked AV processing (Q-SYS). Direct competitor to Crown in installed-sound and portable PA amplifier channels, and partner via Q-SYS plugin integration.
• Powersoft: Italian manufacturer of high-efficiency Class-D touring and installation amplifiers (X, T, Quattro, Duecanali, Ottocanali series) with advanced DSP and Dante networking. Direct competitor to Crown's I-Tech HD and DCi series in tour and large-venue segments.
• Lab.gruppen: Swedish touring and installation amplifier manufacturer (PLM, FP, D, C series) owned by Music Tribe. Competes directly with Crown I-Tech HD and DCi DriveCore series in high-power touring and large-venue installations.
• d&b audiotechnik: German professional audio systems company producing amplifiers (D80, D20, D40, 30D, 10D) tightly integrated with its loudspeaker line. Direct peer to Crown in high-end touring and large-venue installation channels.
• L-Acoustics: French manufacturer of professional sound systems including amplified controllers (LA12X, LA4X, LA2X). Competes with Crown I-Tech HD and VRack at the high end of tour sound and large-format installed sound.
• Martin Audio: U.K.-based professional loudspeaker and amplifier manufacturer offering iKON and VIA amplifier series. Direct peer to Crown in tour sound, installed sound, and portable PA markets.

Broad incumbents

• Bose Professional: Division of Bose Corporation offering PowerSpace, PowerMatch, and PowerShare amplifier lines alongside loudspeakers and DSP. Broad incumbent in installed-sound and portable PA overlapping Crown's CDi, DCi, and ComTech channels.
• Yamaha Professional Audio: Division of Yamaha offering PX, PC, P, XMV, and Tn amplifier series alongside mixing consoles and loudspeakers. Broad incumbent with overlapping installed-sound and portable PA amplifier SKUs.
• Meyer Sound: U.S. manufacturer of self-powered loudspeakers (with integrated amplification) and Galaxy processors. Competes with Crown at the high end of tour sound and large-format installed sound, though primarily through powered-cabinet systems rather than separate amplifiers.

Emerging players

• Behringer: Music Tribe brand offering low-cost professional amplifiers (NX, iNUKE, KM, KX series) targeting entry-level portable PA and small installations. Direct price-tier competitor to Crown's XLi and XLS DriveCore 2 series.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/CrownInternational
• Facebookfacebook.com/CrownbyHarman
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/crown-international
• Instagraminstagram.com/crown_audio
• Xx.com/crownaudio

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Investors

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