Lumagen
Lumagen, Inc. designs and manufactures proprietary FPGA-based video processors for high-end home cinema and professional studio applications, sold exclusively through authorized dealers at $5,495 to $6,995 per unit to enthusiasts, filmmakers, and CEDIA custom integrators.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2002
- HeadquartersBeaverton, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Lumagen does
Lumagen, Inc. designs and manufactures proprietary FPGA-based video processors for the high-end home cinema and professional studio reference markets. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Beaverton, Oregon, the company has operated continuously for more than 23 years under founder and president Jim Peterson, with a headcount in the 11–50 range and no external institutional funding. Its product portfolio centers on two flagship processors — the Radiance Pro (multiple I/O configurations, starting at $5,495 and up to $6,995 MSRP) and the ArtisaN 8K Ready ($5,997 MSRP) — built on a custom FPGA architecture with 12-bit 4:2:2 or 4:4:4 processing pipelines, proprietary HDR Dynamic Tone Mapping, NoRing scaling, per-pixel deinterlacing, frame-accurate genlock, 4913-point 3D LUT calibration, and a 3 ms true low-latency game mode. Products are field-upgradable via software keys (for HDMI 2.1, 8K, and 4K120), which extends hardware life and is a stated differentiator versus off-the-shelf PC-based competitors.
Lumagen's customer base spans individual high-end home cinema enthusiasts, CEDIA-certified custom integrators and authorized dealers, professional video calibrators, and a high-credibility enterprise cohort that includes filmmakers, colorists, and major studios (notably Walt Disney Studios via producer Jon Thompson). The go-to-market is exclusively indirect: products are sold through an authorized dealer network and via long-standing distribution relationships (Harman Luxury Audio Group has served as worldwide distributor since 2012), with no direct-to-consumer e-commerce. Marketing is anchored on industry events (CEDIA Expo, CEDIA Tech Summits, Paris Audio Video Show), earned media in specialist AV publications, podcast and video content, and word-of-mouth within the AVS Forum and custom-install community. Revenue is generated entirely through one-time hardware sales of processors and accessories, with free software updates and an extended warranty available up to five years; the company does not disclose financials.
Lumagen firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Lumagen
- Legal name
- Lumagen, Inc.
- Website
- https://lumagen.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2002
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Lumagen, Inc. designs and manufactures proprietary FPGA-based video processors for high-end home cinema and professional studio applications, sold exclusively through authorized dealers at $5,495 to $6,995 per unit to enthusiasts, filmmakers, and CEDIA custom integrators.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Lumagen industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Video Processing Hardware
- NAICS
- Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (334310)
- SIC
- Household Audio & Video Equipment (3651)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Hardware Encoders & Transcoders (Appliances, FPGA/ASIC) (MPAHAHAB)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Audio, Imaging & Multimedia SoCs (ISP/Codec/Display) (HDAHABAH)
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Where Lumagen is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Beaverton
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Lumagen business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations
Revenue model
- Video Processor Hardware Sales: Lumagen generates revenue primarily through the sale of video processor hardware units. The product line includes the Radiance Pro (flagship, $6,995), ArtisaN 8K Ready ($5,997), and accessories including power supplies, backlit remotes, and the External LAN Interface (LAN2RS232). All products are sold with a 2-year limited warranty extendable to 5 years.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Radiance Pro — flagship video processor |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | ArtisaN 8K Ready — master craftsman video processor |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | External LAN Interface (LAN2RS232) — network control accessory |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Lumagen Backlit Remote — replacement remote control |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | 12VDC Power Supply |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | 5VDC Power Supply |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels7 records
Lumagen product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Lumagen designs and manufactures proprietary FPGA-based video processors for home cinema and professional studio applications. The product line centers on the Radiance Pro and ArtisaN video processors that deliver HDR Dynamic Tone Mapping, NoRing scaling, 12-bit 4:4:4/4:2:2 video pipelines, and frame-accurate genlock, sold through authorized dealers and complemented by accessories such as the External LAN Interface, backlit remotes, and power supplies.
Product overview
Lumagen offers a portfolio of proprietary FPGA-based video processors designed for professional studio and home cinema applications. The product line centers on two flagship video processors: the Radiance Pro (starting at $6,995) with multiple I/O configurations (4240+, 4240-18G, 4242++, 4242-18G, 5348 models), and the ArtisaN (starting at $5,997) with 8K-ready capabilities. Both products deliver studio reference grade video processing including HDR Dynamic Tone Mapping, scaling, deinterlacing, and calibration features. The portfolio is complemented by accessories including the External LAN Interface (LAN2RS232) for networked control, backlit remote controls, and power supplies. The products share common image science features but differ in I/O capacity, audio improvement capabilities, and upgradability options.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Radiance Pro Award-winning flagship video processor designed for professional and high-end home cinema use, featuring HDR Dynamic Tone Mapping, NoRing scaling, 12-bit 4:2:2 video pipeline, frame-accurate genlock, true low-latency 3ms game mode, and multiple I/O configurations (4240+, 4240-18G, 4242++, 4242-18G, 5348). MSRP $6,995.
- ArtisaN 8K Ready Masterwork video processor built for discerning filmmakers, integrators, and home cinema enthusiasts demanding reference grade performance, featuring a 12-bit 4:4:4 processing pipeline, award-winning video processing, and upgradability to HDMI 2.1, 8K, and 4K120 via software key on a custom FPGA hardware architecture. MSRP $5,997.
- External LAN Interface (LAN2RS232) Network-enabled external interface providing status monitoring from Lumagen video processors, wired POE LAN connectivity, and remote firmware update capability for integration with Crestron and Control4 home automation systems. MSRP $371.
- Lumagen Backlit Remote
- 5 VDC Power Supply 5 VDC power supply compatible with RadianceXS and RadianceMini video processors. MSRP $67.
- 12 VDC Power Supply 12 VDC power supply compatible with XE, 2XXX, Radiance Pro, and ArtisaN video processors. MSRP $74.
Quantifiable outcome
- Lumagen's scaling scores are 20% higher than competition as measured using Tektronix image analysis software
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Lumagen
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Lumagen technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration3 records
AI capability3 records
Feature10 records
Lumagen partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
16 partnerships are on record, tiered core, secondary and minor.
- Digital ProjectioncoreDigital Projection is a co-sponsor of Lumagen's CEDIA Expo 2025 Sound Room 11 'Paragons of Home Cinema' demo. Digital Projection provides the E-Vision 10000i 4K+ RGB projector for the demo system. The combination of Lumagen's Radiance Pro video processing with Digital Projection's RGB laser projector demonstrates the reference-grade cinematic experience.
- Seymour-Screen ExcellencecoreSeymour-Screen Excellence is a co-sponsor of CEDIA Expo 2025 SR11. The company provides the TRIM motorized film screen masking system with Radiant White screen material. The screen automatically adjusts aspect ratio as detected by the Lumagen video processor, demonstrating deep integration between the two products.
- Trinnov AudiocoreTrinnov Audio is a co-sponsor of CEDIA Expo 2025 SR11, providing the Altitude32 immersive audio processor with WaveForming technology to the $174,000 demo system. Represents a complementary高端 audio processing solution for the reference home cinema demo.
- NextLevel AcousticssecondaryNextLevel Acoustics is a co-sponsor of CEDIA Expo 2025 SR11, providing the 9.4.6 Dolby Atmos speaker system including Cinema Pro LCRs, Cinema 8s, CI-IC44As, and High Velocity 15 subwoofers for the demo theater.
- SPEAKERPOWERsecondarySPEAKERPOWER is a co-sponsor of CEDIA Expo 2025 SR11, providing the HTRx8-400 (8-channel) and HTRx4-700 (4-channel) multi-channel amplifiers powering the demo system's speakers and subwoofers.
- Valencia Home Theater SeatingsecondaryValencia Home Theater Seating is a co-sponsor of CEDIA Expo 2025 SR11, providing Barcelona Ultimate Luxury Edition and Tuscany Home Theater Seating with riser for the demo theater.
- KaleidescapesecondaryKaleidescape is a product contributor to CEDIA Expo 2025 SR11, providing the Strato V movie player as a content source. Lumagen supports Kaleidescape Costar and Content Type Metadata features. The Strato V delivers 4K Dolby Vision playback with lossless audio to the demo system.
- AV PartnerssecondaryAV Partners provides video calibration services for Lumagen's CEDIA Expo 2025 SR11 demo. The company operates as both a sales representative and consultant for high-performance audio and video projects in Southern California, Southern Nevada, Arizona, and Hawaii.
- Bespoke CinemassecondaryBespoke Cinemas (Adam Pelz) provides audio room EQ calibration for CEDIA Expo 2025 SR11. Adam Pelz is an ISF, THX, and ARCOS certified expert and serves as a consultant for both Trinnov Audio and Lumagen video processors.
- Home Theater GurusminorHome Theater Gurus (Steve) provides room design services for CEDIA Expo 2025 SR11. Steve designs over 100 custom home theaters per year and creates YouTube content explaining home theater science and design principles.
- Thrillcat Cinema LabminorThrillcat Cinema Lab (Travis Ballstadt) provides video production for CEDIA Expo 2025 SR11, creating content around the demo. Travis builds a YouTube channel on honest, real-world home theater gear insights.
- AV PartnerssecondaryAV Partners teamed up with Lumagen and Digital Projection at CEDIA Tech Summit Irvine and Woodland Hills in June 2025 to demonstrate Lumagen's reference grade video processing with Digital Projection's E-Vision 10000i 4K+ RGB projector.
- Digital ProjectioncoreDigital Projection teamed up with Lumagen and AV Partners at CEDIA Tech Summit 2025 to demonstrate the combined performance of Lumagen's Radiance Pro 4242 video processing with Digital Projection's E-Vision 10000i 4K+ RGB projector, showcasing studio reference colorimetry.
- Harman Luxury Audio GroupcoreHarman Luxury Audio Group was announced as Lumagen's new worldwide distributor in March 2012, serving the luxury home theater integration channel. This distribution partnership has been active for over a decade.
- CrestronsecondaryLumagen provides a Crestron driver for the Radiance Pro, enabling bidirectional control through Crestron home automation systems. Comments and bug reports are directed to [email protected].
- Control4secondaryLumagen provides a bidirectional Control4 driver (RadiancePro 2 Way Driver) available for purchase on drivercentral.io. An AVSwitch Serial driver and IR drivers are also available for Control4 systems. The External LAN Interface (LAN2RS232) is being added to the Radiance Pro Control4 driver on drivercentral.io.
Scale indicators8 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Lumagen competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- tvONE: tvONE (via Magenta Research and ONErack) offers a broad portfolio of video scaling, processing, and signal management products for pro AV. While serving a broader and more commercial customer base than Lumagen, it competes in the video scaling and processing category.
- Datapath: Datapath provides video processing, multi-windowing, and video wall controllers for control rooms and pro AV. While focused on multi-display and control-room use cases, its core video processing technology overlaps with Lumagen's scaling and color management capabilities.
- Extron Electronics: Extron is a large established pro AV manufacturer offering video scaling, switching, and signal processing products. Its scaling products overlap functionally with Lumagen's offerings, though Extron serves a broader commercial/institutional AV market rather than the reference home cinema niche.
- JVC Kenwood (D-ILA projectors): JVC's D-ILA projectors are commonly paired with Lumagen processors in high-end home theaters. JVC also integrates its own video processing into projectors, making it both a Lumagen ecosystem partner and a partial substitute as built-in processing improves.
- Crestron Electronics: Crestron's DigitalMedia (DM NVX) product family includes AV signal processing, scaling, and distribution widely deployed in luxury home automation. While not a direct Lumagen competitor for video processing, DM products occupy adjacent slots in CEDIA-style installations where Lumagen typically sits.
Others
- Digital Projection: Digital Projection is a high-end projector manufacturer that co-sponsors Lumagen's CEDIA Expo 2025 SR11 demo and routinely bundles Lumagen processors in reference demos. It is an ecosystem partner rather than a competitor, but the two companies sell into the same high-end home cinema channel.
Direct peers
- Calibre UK: Calibre UK manufactures professional video scalers, switchers, and processors widely used in broadcast, live events, and high-end home cinema. Their HQView and Fovea lines overlap with Lumagen's Radiance Pro in image processing, scaling, and aspect-ratio control capabilities for pro AV installations.
- madVR Labs: madVR Labs makes the madVR Envy, a high-end video processor purpose-built for home cinema HDR tone mapping, scaling, and calibration. It is the most direct external competitor to Lumagen in the enthusiast and reference-grade video processor segment, targeting overlapping customers at similar premium price points.
Regional players
- SIM2: SIM2 is an Italian high-end projector manufacturer serving the luxury home theater segment in Europe and select international markets. It overlaps with Lumagen's customer base for reference-grade home cinema and occasionally integrates external video processors in its systems.
Emerging players
- DVDO: DVDO (formerly Anchor Bay Technologies) historically made consumer video processors and scalers and remains a niche player in video processing accessories. It targets a lower-end consumer audience than Lumagen but addresses the same general category of external video processing.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Profiles3 records
Lumagen funding detail
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Frequently asked questions about Lumagen
What does Lumagen do?
Lumagen designs and manufactures proprietary FPGA-based video processors for home cinema and professional studio applications. The product line centers on the Radiance Pro and ArtisaN video processors that deliver HDR Dynamic Tone Mapping, NoRing scaling, 12-bit 4:4:4/4:2:2 video pipelines, and frame-accurate genlock, sold through authorized dealers and complemented by accessories such as the External LAN Interface, backlit remotes, and power supplies.
Is Lumagen a public or private company?
Lumagen is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Lumagen founded?
Lumagen was founded in 2002. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Lumagen based?
Lumagen is headquartered in Beaverton, United States, in the North America region.
How does Lumagen make money?
One revenue line is on record: video Processor Hardware Sales.
Who are Lumagen's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are tvONE, Datapath, Extron Electronics, JVC Kenwood (D-ILA projectors) and Crestron Electronics. Digital Projection is listed as an others. Direct peers are Calibre UK and madVR Labs. SIM2 is listed as a regional player. DVDO is listed as an emerging player.
Does Lumagen have an API?
No public API is recorded for Lumagen.
What industry is Lumagen in?
Lumagen's product category is Video Processing Hardware. Its primary akta.pro industry code is MPAHAHAB, Hardware Encoders & Transcoders (Appliances, FPGA/ASIC), with a secondary code of HDAHABAH, Audio, Imaging & Multimedia SoCs (ISP/Codec/Display). Its NAICS code is 334310 and its SIC code is 3651.