What Lynx Studio Technology does

Lynx Studio Technology is a privately held professional audio equipment manufacturer specializing in high-precision A/D and D/A converters for recording studios, broadcast facilities, mastering engineers, and post-production houses. The product portfolio centers on three converter platforms: the modular Aurora(n) system expandable from 8 to 32 channels via swappable I/O, preamp, and digital interface modules; the Hilo 2 reference converter with integrated headphone amplifier and color touchscreen; and the Mesa desktop converter combining Aurora(n) conversion with onboard preamps. Supporting products include PCI Express audio cards (E22, E44, AES16e) and a family of LT-series expansion interface cards enabling USB, Thunderbolt 3, Dante, and Pro Tools|HD connectivity. The proprietary SynchroLock 2 clocking technology underpins the company's reputation for ultra-low jitter, transparent conversion at 24-bit/192kHz across all channels.

Underlying technology includes SynchroLock 2 advanced clock synchronization, modular Aurora(n) channel-scalable architecture, and an onboard microSD recorder enabling 32-channel standalone recording without a host computer. The firm operates as Digital Broadcast Systems TV-Studio Vertriebs GmbH (Oberursel, Germany) for European distribution and Lynx Studio Technologies, Inc. (Costa Mesa, California) for manufacturing, with managing director Konstantin Themelidis.

The business model is direct-to-customer hardware sales through the proprietary Lynx|direct online shop, with institutional customers (universities, schools, authorities) able to order on invoice with signed purchase orders. Pricing is one-time/perpetual per unit, ranging from approximately EUR 27 for accessories to EUR 6,869 for high-end converter configurations, with a Custom Shop channel offering bespoke Aurora(n) configurations at longer lead times. Revenue is generated exclusively from hardware product sales; no software subscription, licensing, or service revenue streams are disclosed. Marketing is lean — YouTube video tutorials, the Lynx Talks interview series, and Facebook organic social — with the website itself serving as the primary sales and support funnel.

Name

Lynx Studio Technology

Legal name

Digital Broadcast Systems TV-Studio Vertriebs GmbH

Website

https://lynxstudio.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lynx Studio Technology is a privately held manufacturer of professional A/D and D/A audio converters, including the modular Aurora(n), Hilo 2, and Mesa platforms, serving recording studios, broadcast facilities, and mastering engineers through direct online sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Audio Equipment

NAICS

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (33431), Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515), Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33429)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Computer Communications Equipment (3576)

akta.pro primary industry

Pro Audio Equipment (Mics, Interfaces, Mixers, Studio Monitors) (MPAIAJAB)

Keywords

• Professional audio converters
• A/D D/A conversion
• Studio audio interfaces
• PCI Express audio cards
• Mastering audio equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Costa Mesa

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: One-time hardware sales of professional audio converters, interfaces, PCI cards, and accessories through direct e-commerce channel
2. Custom Shop Products: Bespoke product configurations built to customer specifications with longer lead times

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Lynx Studio Technology designs and manufactures professional audio equipment, principally high-precision analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog (A/D D/A) converters (Aurora(n), Hilo 2, Mesa), PCI Express audio interface cards (E22, E44, AES16e), and modular expansion interfaces (LT-USB, LT-TB3, LT-DANTE). Products serve professional recording studios, broadcast facilities, mastering engineers, and post-production houses requiring transparent reference-grade conversion, ultra-low jitter clocking, and scalable channel counts.

Product overview

Lynx Studio Technology is a professional audio equipment manufacturer specializing in high-end digital audio converters and interfaces. The product portfolio centers on three main converter platforms: the modular Aurora(n) system (expandable from 8 to 32 channels with swappable I/O and preamp modules), the Hilo 2 reference converter with integrated monitoring, and the Mesa desktop converter combining Aurora technology with microphone preamps. Supporting these core converters are PCI Express audio cards (E22, E44, AES16e) for computer integration, expansion interface cards (LT-USB, LT-TB3, LT-DANTE) for computer and network connectivity, and a range of audio cables and rack mounting accessories.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Aurora(n) Modular A/D D/A Converter Modular A/D D/A converter system configurable from 8 to 32 input and output channels, supporting 24-bit/192kHz mastering quality, with optional microphone preamps, digital I/O, network interfaces, and onboard 32-channel microSD recording. Used by professional recording studios, broadcast facilities, and mastering engineers.
• Hilo 2 Reference A/D D/A Converter Professional A/D D/A converter with integrated headphone amplifier and color touchscreen, designed for mastering and studio applications requiring reference-grade transparent conversion.
• Lynx Mesa Desktop A/D D/A Converter Desktop A/D D/A audio converter combining Aurora(n) converter technology and LM-PRE4 microphone preamps with intuitive touchscreen operation in a portable desktop form factor. Priced at €2,499 incl. VAT and noted in press as a top product in its class (Interface magazine 08-09/2025).
• Lynx E22 PCI Express Audio Card PCI Express audio card offering 2-channel A/D and D/A conversion with AES3 or S/PDIF I/O and low-jitter sample clock generator. Priced at €899.00 incl. VAT.
• Lynx E44 PCI Express Audio Card PCI Express audio card with double the analog and digital I/O of E22 (4-channel conversion) without requiring additional space in the computer. Priced at €1,099.00 incl. VAT.
• Lynx AES16e PCI Express Digital Audio Card PCI Express card with 16 input and 16 output channels for 24-bit AES/EBU digital audio at up to 192kHz sample rate, designed for integrating digital mixing consoles and multichannel converters. Priced at €799.00-€999.00 incl. VAT.
• Lynx AES16e-SRC PCI Express Card with Sample Rate Conversion Lynx AES16e variant adding switchable 16-channel sample rate conversion (SRC) capability for integrating equipment running at different sample rates.
• Lynx LT-USB USB 2.0 Interface Expansion USB 2.0 expansion interface card for Aurora and Hilo converters enabling computer connectivity. Priced at €400.00 incl. VAT.
• Lynx LT-TB3 Thunderbolt 3 Interface Expansion 2-port Thunderbolt 3 expansion card for Aurora(n) and Hilo A/D D/A converters enabling connectivity to Apple and Windows computers. Priced at €1,000.00 incl. VAT.
• Lynx LT-DANTE Dante Networking Interface Expansion 2-port expansion card enabling Dante audio networking protocol for Aurora and Hilo converters, compatible with Aurora 8/16 (silver front panel), Hilo, and Hilo 2. Priced at €1,100.00 incl. VAT.
• Lynx Hilo Rack V2 Rack Mount Tray 19-inch rack mounting tray for secure installation of Lynx Hilo and Hilo 2 converters, made from 1.3mm powder-coated steel.
• Lynx Audiokabel Professional Audio Cables Professional audio cables including AES/EBU digital cables, analog XLR cables, and adapter cables for Lynx devices.

Quantifiable outcome

• 24-bit/192kHz mastering quality over all channels simultaneously
• +1 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• AudinatecoreTechnology or IntegrationAudinate provides the Dante audio networking protocol used in Lynx LT-DANTE interface products. Dante enables multi-channel audio networking over standard IP infrastructure for live, studio, and broadcast applications. The partnership allows Lynx converters to integrate with Dante-based audio networks.
• Amazon EUminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAmazon EU Partner Program participant, earning advertising fees through links to Amazon.de. Amazon uses cookies to track order origins from partner links.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Benchmark Media Systems: US boutique manufacturer of reference-grade DACs, ADCs and headphone amplifiers (DAC3, HPA4). Comparable focus on measured, transparent pro audio conversion for mastering and critical listening.
• Universal Audio: US maker of premium Apollo interfaces and high-end converters (Apollo x16D, Apollo X) with proprietary clocking and bundled plugin ecosystem. Directly comparable converter/interference offerings for professional and project studios.
• RME Audio: German manufacturer of professional audio interfaces and converters (Babyface, Fireface, ADI-2) targeting studios and broadcast. Closely comparable product category, customer base and price points to Lynx's Aurora(n) and Hilo lines.
• Grace Design: Boutique US maker of pro microphone preamps and converters (m905, m108). Comparable specialty/premium-tier pro audio hardware positioning with similar channel-count and studio customer base.
• Apogee Electronics: High-end pro audio converter and interface brand (Symphony, Element, Ensembl​e) with strong mastering and Mac-based studio presence. Comparable premium-tier A/D D/A positioning and target customer.
• Merging Technologies: Swiss maker of networked high-channel-count converters (Horus, Hapi, Anubis) for recording, mastering and broadcast with strong AoIP/Ravenna integration. Comparable modular, high-channel architecture and broadcast/post customer base.
• Antelope Audio: Pro audio interface and clocking specialist (Zen, Orion, Galaxy) with proprietary AFC clock technology. Comparable positioning around low-jitter clocking and studio/professional converters.
• Prism Sound: UK manufacturer of mastering-grade converters (Atlas, Lyra, Callia) and interfaces. Comparable mastering-engineer customer segment and emphasis on transparent, measurable conversion quality.

Broad incumbents

• Focusrite: Large UK pro audio interface and converter company (Clarett, Red, ISA) with broad global distribution and significantly larger scale. Overlaps with Lynx's interface category but serves a much wider price and customer spectrum.
• MOTU: US maker of pro audio interfaces, converters and digital audio workstations (16A, 1248, 8M). Comparable A/D D/A converter category and studio/broadcast customers, but with broader product breadth and larger distribution.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/LynxStudioTech
• Facebookfacebook.com/lynxstudio
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/lynx-studio-technology-inc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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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