Ember Audio Visual

What Ember Audio Visual does

Ember Audio Visual (Ember AV) is a private audio-visual installation and services company headquartered at 230 S Laura St in Wichita, Kansas, serving residential homeowners and small commercial businesses in the Wichita metropolitan area. The company designs, sells, and installs security camera systems, access control systems, home theater and multi-zone audio systems, commercial TV and sound systems, and structured cabling for data, voice, and surveillance networks. Its technology stack is built on third-party platforms rather than proprietary software: Uniview and Milesight cameras and NVRs (with Milesight offering AI analytics) for surveillance, Obseron VMS for multi-location video management, and RTI control systems for unified AV control via iPad or touchscreen interfaces. Access control supports Seos, iCLASS, MIFARE, Prox credential technologies plus biometric and facial recognition options.

The business operates on a direct-sales, project-based go-to-market model with free on-site consultations, site walkthroughs, and custom system design for both consumer and commercial buyers. Revenue is generated through four streams: hardware sales of AV and security equipment, professional installation services, configuration and programming (including RTI and badging stations), and ongoing maintenance and support contracts covering firmware upgrades, lens cleaning, programming updates, and system training. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; warranties include a 1-year installation warranty and 3-year equipment warranty. The company maintains supplier relationships with Uniview, Milesight, and Obseron VMS as core technology partners and assigns a dedicated project manager to each engagement. There is no disclosed outside funding, parent company, M&A activity, or geographic footprint beyond Wichita, KS.

Name

Ember Audio Visual

Legal name

Ember Audio Visual

Website

https://emberaudiovisual.com/

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Ember Audio Visual is a Wichita, Kansas-based AV installer serving residential homeowners and small commercial businesses with security camera, access control, home theater, commercial TV/sound, and structured cabling solutions, integrating third-party platforms such as Uniview, Milesight, Obseron VMS, and RTI.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Audio Visual Installation Services

SIC

Household Audio & Video Equipment (3651)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYCRACAEAK

Home Theater Installation, Calibration & Custom AV Services Retail

Consumer Products & Retail/Consumer Electronics & Appliances Retail/TV, Home Theater & Audio Retail

Keywords

• Audio visual installation
• Security camera systems
• Access control systems
• Home theater installation
• Structured cabling services

Headquarters

HQ city

Wichita

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Sale of AV equipment including security cameras, access control systems, TVs, speakers, home theater components, networking equipment, mounts, and cables.
2. Installation Services: Professional installation services for security systems, home theaters, commercial AV setups, structured cabling, and access control systems.
3. Maintenance & Support: Ongoing maintenance services including firmware upgrades, lens cleaning, programming updates, and system training.
4. System Configuration & Programming: Configuration of control systems (RTI), remote programming, and badging station setup.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

Ember Audio Visual designs, sells, and professionally installs audio/visual, video surveillance, access control, and structured cabling systems for residential homeowners and commercial businesses in the Wichita, KS metro area. The company bundles third-party hardware (cameras, speakers, TVs, access control panels) with custom design, installation, configuration, and ongoing maintenance services under a single project engagement.

Product overview

Ember Audio Visual is an audio/video (AV) installation and services company offering both residential and commercial solutions. The company operates as a single unified offering with distinct product categories that work together: Residential offerings include Security Camera Systems and Home Theater Systems, while Commercial offerings include Commercial Security Camera Systems, Access Control Systems, TV & Sound Systems, and Structured Cabling. Supporting services include Design & Consultation, Project Management, and integration with third-party platforms like Obseron VMS (video management software), RTI Control Systems, and various camera brands (Uniview, Milesight) and access control credential technologies (Seos, iCLASS, MIFARE, Prox). The company positions itself as combining technology with business needs, providing professional design, installation, and system education services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Residential Security Camera System Residential camera security systems designed to protect homes and families from crime, featuring video resolution options, night vision capability, and two-way audio communication.
• Commercial Security Camera System Business-focused security camera solutions offering 24/7 surveillance with remote mobile access, advanced analytics, motion detection alerts, and Uniview and Milesight cameras with AI capabilities.
• Access Control System Building access control systems supporting Seos, iCLASS, MIFARE, and Prox credential technologies, with biometric authentication, mobile access, visitor management, and ID card/badge printing.
• TV & Sound System Commercial TV and sound system installation for restaurants and businesses, including sports bar video walls, customized digital signage, multi-zone audio installations, and RTI control system configuration.
• Home Theater System Residential home entertainment systems including TVs, projectors, speakers, multi-zone audio, networking equipment, smart home accessories, A/V cables, TV mounts, and universal remote controls, plus whole-home audio installation.
• Structured Cabling Data and voice wiring services for computer networking and communications, including Cat6 and Cat5e cabling, RG-6 coax, fiber optic, server room cabling, patch panel setup, wireless infrastructure cabling, and surveillance camera cabling.

Quantifiable outcome

• Systems designed to provide 24/7 watchful eye on property from anywhere in the world
• +1 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• UniviewcoreTechnology or IntegrationLocal supplier for Uniview Cameras & NVRs (network video recorders) used in commercial security camera installations. Uniview is a trusted brand providing high-quality surveillance products.
• MilesightcoreTechnology or IntegrationLocal supplier for Milesight Cameras & NVRs featuring AI analytics capabilities. Provides advanced surveillance technology with artificial intelligence for commercial security installations.
• Obseron VMScoreTechnology or IntegrationVideo management software partner providing custom made servers for unlimited expandability. Systems are viewable from one app and can cover multiple locations.

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• AVI Systems: One of the largest US commercial AV integrators, offering design, installation, and support for audio-visual, collaboration, and digital signage systems across corporate, education, and government markets. Directly comparable in service model (consult → design → install → support) and commercial AV/security focus.
• Ford Audio-Video: Regional Midwest AV integrator headquartered in Oklahoma offering commercial AV design, installation, and service. Comparable in regional operating model, commercial AV integration focus, and full-service delivery approach to Ember's commercial segment.
• Spinitar: Commercial AV integrator providing audiovisual design, integration, and managed services for corporate, education, and government clients. Comparable in commercial AV installation services and integrated technology offerings (digital signage, control systems, AV).
• CCS Presentation Systems: AV integrator offering design, installation, and support services for commercial and educational customers. Comparable in project-based AV integration model and end-to-end service delivery including consultation, installation, and training.
• Diversified (DGI): Global AV integrator providing technology solutions including audio-visual systems, digital media, and security. Comparable in design-build AV integration services, commercial focus, and post-installation support offerings.
• Vistacom: Commercial AV integrator providing audiovisual, digital signage, and collaboration solutions. Comparable in integrated commercial AV services, security/access control offerings, and project management approach to enterprise and SMB clients.

Broad incumbents

• ADT: Large incumbent in residential and commercial security systems, offering monitored security cameras, access control, and smart home integration with professional installation. Comparable in security camera and access control installation services, though at national scale vs. Ember's regional focus.
• Vivint Smart Home: National smart home security and automation provider with professional installation services. Comparable in residential security camera and smart home integration offerings, but operates at vastly larger scale and bundles with monitoring subscriptions.
• Control4 (Snap One): Smart home control platform and AV equipment manufacturer (now part of Snap One) with a dealer/installer network. Comparable in whole-home audio, smart home control, and AV integration offerings—Ember's commercial AV segment uses similar technology and serves adjacent customer needs.
• Best Buy (Geek Squad): National consumer electronics retailer with installation services through Geek Squad for home theater, networking, and smart home devices. Comparable in residential AV installation services (TV mounting, home theater, networking), though at much broader scale and with lower-touch service model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ember-audio-visual

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

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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