Patchamp

What Patchamp does

PatchAmp Inc. is a US-based manufacturer of professional video patching and distribution equipment for broadcast and digital communications infrastructure, founded in 2002 and headquartered in Hackensack, New Jersey. The company designs and sells modular 1RU and 2RU distribution amplifier (DA) frames (PA-32FX, PA-32X, PA-4FX, PA-4X) that accept interchangeable coax and fiber modules supporting single-link 4K/Ultra HD video transport at data rates up to 12 Gb/s, complemented by complete pre-configured 8-32 channel DA systems, the PA-2064A active patchbay, rack-mount patch panels, video connectors (BNC, Micro BNC, DIN), and custom video cables. Its technology stack integrates patching, distribution, and fiber conversion in a single compact system, anchored by a patented Micro BNC connector (US Patent No. 14/221768) that increases mounting density by 4x relative to standard BNC, with auto-equalizing multi-rate reclocking compliant with SMPTE 424M, 292M, 259M, 344M, ST2081, and ST2082 standards and optional SFP-based SDI-over-fiber and IP gateway support.

PatchAmp operates a direct-to-consumer go-to-market via its e-commerce storefront at shop.patchamp.com, with full product catalog and transparent pricing ranging from $17 for individual cables to $27,435 for complete 32-channel fiber/coax transceiver systems. Sales contact is handled by phone (+1 (201) 457-1504) and email ([email protected]), and the company maintains a LinkedIn corporate page at linkedin.com/company/patchamp-inc for business networking, with no disclosed third-party resellers or distribution partners. The primary customer segment is broadcast video professionals, including television networks, production companies, outside broadcast (OB) truck operators, and studio integrators with use cases centered on signal routing and distribution for 4K UHD workflows, OB truck deployments, and space-constrained studio installations. The company is privately held with no disclosed funding rounds, no investor base, no disclosed management team, and no reported revenue; pricing model is unit-based pay-as-you-go hardware sales with custom configurations handled on a quote basis.

Name

Patchamp

Legal name

PatchAmp Inc.

Website

https://patchamp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

PatchAmp Inc. is a US-based manufacturer of professional 12G video patching and distribution equipment, selling modular distribution amplifier frames, patch panels, connectors, and cables to broadcast facilities, OB truck operators, and studio integrators through a direct e-commerce storefront.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Broadcast Video Distribution Equipment

NAICS

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

SIC

Radio & Tv Broadcasting & Communications Equipment (3663), Electronic Connectors (3678), Computer Communications Equipment (3576)

akta.pro primary industry

Playout Infrastructure & Hardware (Servers, Storage, SDI/IP Gateways) (MPAHAKAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Patch Panels & Cross-Connect Systems (Copper/Fiber) (HDAFALAC), Cable Assemblies & Patch Cords (Copper/Fiber) (HDAFALAF), Video Adapters & Converters (HDMI/DP/VGA/DVI/USB-C) (HDACAHAF)

Keywords

• Video distribution amplifiers
• Broadcast patch panels
• 12G-SDI equipment
• BNC video connectors
• Broadcast cable assemblies

Headquarters

HQ city

Hackensack

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: Direct sales of patch panels, cables, connectors, distribution amplifier frames and modules. Products are sold individually with prices ranging from $17 for cables to $27,435 for complete systems. Modular frames require separate module purchases.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

PatchAmp designs, manufactures, and sells 12G video patching and distribution equipment for professional broadcast and communications facilities. Its product portfolio centers on modular distribution amplifier frames (1RU and 2RU) that accept interchangeable coax and fiber modules for single-link 4K UHD video transport, complemented by complete pre-configured DA systems, a 64-channel active patchbay, rack-mount patch panels (BNC and ST fiber), 75 Ohm video connectors (BNC, Micro BNC, DIN), and custom video cable assemblies.

Product overview

PatchAmp is a manufacturer of professional video patching and distribution technology. The product portfolio centers on modular distribution amplifier frames (PA-32FX, PA-32X, PA-4FX, PA-4X) that accept interchangeable modules for coax and fiber connectivity, supplemented by complete DA systems (coax-only, fiber/coax, and transceiver configurations), active patchbays (PA-2064A), and a comprehensive ecosystem of patch panels, connectors (BNC, Micro BNC, DIN), and custom video cables. The architecture combines compact 1RU and 2RU frames with hot-swappable modules supporting data rates up to 12 Gb/s for single-link 4K/Ultra HD transport.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• PA-32FX 12G Fiber/Coax Distribution Amplifier Frame A 2RU video distribution amplifier frame supporting 12 Gb/s data rates for single-link 4K/Ultra HD transport. Accepts both coax and SFP modules, supporting up to 32 DA cards with 128 outputs in a compact 7-inch depth. Priced at $1,995 for the frame (modules sold separately).
• PA-32X 12G Coax Distribution Amplifier Frame A 2RU coax-only distribution amplifier frame supporting 12 Gb/s data rates for single-link 4K/Ultra HD. Weighs 12 lbs fully loaded with 32 DA cards and offers up to 128 coax outputs. Priced at $1,995 for the frame.
• PA-4FX Fiber/Coax 1RU Frame A compact 1RU frame that accepts PatchAmp FX modules, supporting both fiber (LC) and coax (DIN) inputs/outputs with a transparent front cover for status indication. Designed for smaller-scale broadcast installations.
• PA-4X Coax 1RU Frame A 1RU coax distribution frame supporting up to 4 modules with 16 outputs, accepting all PatchAmp X modules with external 48Vdc power supply and N+1 redundancy. Priced at $1,495.
• PA-2064A 12G Active Patchbay A 64-channel 12G active patchbay for professional video signal routing and distribution, priced at $18,176.25.
• 12G Coax DA System Complete pre-configured 8 to 32 channel coax distribution system using PA-1204X modules, ranging from $6,755 (8-channel) to $21,035 (32-channel).
• 12G Patchable Coax DA System Patchable 8 to 32 channel coax distribution system using PA-1214X modules with half normaling capability, priced from $7,555 to $24,235.
• 12G Patchable Coax + Fiber DA System Combined coax and fiber patchable distribution system using PA-1211FX modules, supporting 8 to 32 channels from $7,555 to $24,235.
• 12G Coax + Fiber Transceiver DA System Transceiver-based distribution system using PA-1212FX modules for coax-to-fiber and fiber-to-coax conversion, supporting 8 to 32 channels from $8,355 to $27,435.
• 12G Dual-Patch Coax + Fiber DA System Dual-patch distribution system supporting both coax and fiber using PA-1201FX modules, available in 8-channel ($6,266.25) to 32-channel ($25,472.00) configurations.
• 32-port 12G BNC 19" Rack Mount Patch Panel - 2 RU 2RU rack mount patch panel with 32 BNC connections supporting data rates up to 12 GHz for 12G-SDI applications. Priced at $465.
• 16-port 12G BNC 19" Rack Mount Patch Panel - 1 RU 1RU rack mount patch panel with 16 BNC connections supporting data rates up to 12 GHz, includes white blanks for labeling. Priced at $225.
• 32-port ST Fiber 19" Rack Mount Patch Panel - 2RU 2RU rack mount fiber patch panel with 32 ST multimode fiber connections. Priced at $485-$625.
• 32-port ST Fiber 19" Rack Mount Patch Panel with Covers - 2 RU 2RU rack mount fiber patch panel with 32 ST multimode fiber connections and individual protective covers.
• 16-port ST Fiber 19" Rack Mount Patch Panel - 1RU 1RU rack mount fiber patch panel with 16 ST multimode fiber connections. Priced at $250-$325.
• 16-port ST Fiber 19" Rack Mount Patch Panel with Covers - 1 RU 1RU rack mount fiber patch panel with 16 ST multimode fiber connections and individual protective covers.
• 12G Micro BNC Connector - 100 pcs 75 Ohm Micro BNC connectors rated for 12 GHz with gold-plated contacts and patented coupling nut for high-density 4K/Ultra HD applications. Diameter of 7.8mm increases mounting density 4x vs standard BNC. Priced at $495 per pack of 100.
• 12G BNC Connector - 100 pcs High performance 75 Ohm BNC connectors suitable for frequencies up to 12 GHz with bayonet coupling, designed for broadcast (including Ultra HD 4K), telecom, instrumentation, and security applications. Priced at $495 per pack of 100.
• 12G DIN Connector - 100 pcs DIN 1.0/2.3 series 75 Ohm connectors meeting IEC 61169-29 standards with push-pull coupling, increasingly used in broadcast as an alternative to BNC due to compact size. Priced at $395 per pack of 100.
• BNC Cable Custom BNC video cables available in various lengths and colors, priced from $17.00 to $75.00.
• Micro BNC Cable Custom Micro BNC video cables for high-density 4K/Ultra HD applications, priced from $24.00 to $83.00.
• DIN Cable Custom DIN video cables for digital telecommunications and broadcast applications, priced from $23.00 to $82.00.
• BNC to Micro BNC Cable Custom adapter cables connecting standard BNC to Micro BNC connectors for mixed connector configurations, priced from $21.00 to $79.00.
• BNC to DIN Cable Custom adapter cables connecting BNC to DIN connectors for bridging different connector types in video systems, priced from $20.00 to $78.00.
• Micro BNC to DIN Cable Custom adapter cables connecting Micro BNC to DIN connectors for broadcast and telecom applications, priced from $23.50 to $82.50.
• Patch Cable General purpose video patch cables, priced from $19.00 to $21.50.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4x mounting density with Micro BNC connectors (7.8mm diameter vs standard BNC)
• +2 more outcomes

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Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

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Direct peers

• Ross Video: Ross Video produces routing, distribution, and infrastructure products for live broadcast and production environments, including 12G-SDI distribution amplifiers and openGear-based processing—directly comparable to PatchAmp's modular DA frames.
• Cobalt Digital: Cobalt Digital manufactures broadcast signal processing, conversion, and distribution products for openGear and 12G-SDI workflows—competing with PatchAmp for the same broadcast and mobile production infrastructure budgets.
• Blackmagic Design: Blackmagic Design offers a broad range of professional video converters, distribution amplifiers, mini converters, and 12G-SDI infrastructure products at price points that compete with PatchAmp's DA modules and frames in broadcast and pro-AV installations.
• Grass Valley: Grass Valley is a major broadcast infrastructure vendor offering routing, distribution, processing, and playout solutions; its 12G-SDI and IP broadcast portfolio competes with PatchAmp for the same facility and mobile production customers.
• AJA Video Systems: AJA manufactures miniature and rack-mount broadcast video converters, distribution amplifiers, and fiber extenders—directly competing with PatchAmp's modular coax/fiber DA modules and patchable systems for 12G/4K workflows.
• Imagine Communications: Imagine Communications supplies broadcast and media companies with routing, conversion, and distribution infrastructure including 12G/SDI solutions and IP playout gateways, overlapping directly with PatchAmp's coax/fiber distribution amplifier product line.
• Evertz Microsystems: Evertz is a leading manufacturer of broadcast video infrastructure including SDI routers, distribution amplifiers, IP gateways, and fiber transport—directly competing with PatchAmp in 12G distribution and patchbay products for broadcast facilities and OB trucks.
• MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic Systems: MultiDyne specializes in fiber-optic transport and distribution for broadcast and pro-AV, including 12G-SDI over fiber solutions that overlap with PatchAmp's fiber/coax DA and transceiver modules for OB trucks and broadcast facilities.

Broad incumbents

• Belden: Belden is the dominant broadcast-grade coaxial cable manufacturer (1694A, 4855R, 4505R) referenced throughout PatchAmp's product specs; as a broad incumbent in broadcast signal infrastructure, Belden's cable catalog is the de facto reference standard PatchAmp's connectors and DA systems must support.

Emerging players

• Canare Electric: Canare is a primary manufacturer of 75 Ohm BNC, Micro BNC, and DIN connectors plus broadcast-grade coaxial cable—the same connector and cable types PatchAmp designs around—making it both a complementary supplier and an adjacent competitor in connectors PatchAmp sells.

Market position

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Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/patchamp-inc

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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