Production Audio Video Technology Pty Ltd

What Production Audio Video Technology Pty Ltd does

Production Audio Video Technology Pty Ltd (PAVT) is a privately held, Australian-owned importer and distributor of professional audio and video equipment founded in 1984 in Melbourne by Colin and Margaret Stevenson. The company distributes 14 internationally recognized AV brands across Australia and New Zealand, including EAW (loudspeakers), Powersoft (amplifiers), Symetrix (DSP and control), Audix and Countryman (microphones), Luminex (network switches), FSR (connectivity), RDL, Rational Acoustics, Aviom, KLOTZ, Servoreelers, iSEMcon, and Everet Imaging (NDI cameras). Its core technology offering is therefore a curated multi-vendor portfolio rather than proprietary IP, with integration coherence provided through shared support for AV-over-IP protocols (Dante, AES67, Q-SYS, NDI, IPMX, HDBaseT).

PAVT operates from its Australian headquarters in Mitcham, Victoria and a regional office in Hobsonville, Auckland, employing approximately 10 staff. The business model combines hardware distribution with two complementary services: customized AV training delivered on-site or remotely across ANZ, and a certified in-house service centre providing repairs, warranty handling, and factory-backed support. Go-to-market is channel-led, selling through integrators, resellers, consultants, and dealers, supplemented by direct sales to enterprise end users and a small online shop. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is handled through account managers.

The primary customer segment is AV integration professionals, with end-user organizations (stadiums, classrooms, council chambers, hotels, entertainment venues, corporate facilities) and authorized resellers/dealers as secondary segments. Customer concentration is dispersed across hospitality, government, entertainment, and broadcast verticals, with named references spanning Maison Bâtard, the Abercrombie Hotel, Environment Canterbury Council, the Nuclear Energy Institute, Beijing High Court, and Wizarding World attractions. Under Managing Director Graeme Stevenson, the company has maintained continuous operations for nearly 40 years and refreshed its product line significantly in 2024 with the addition of Symetrix Cognio, Powersoft Unica T, Powersoft MyUniverso cloud platform, and Powersoft Dynamic Music Distribution.

Name

Production Audio Video Technology Pty Ltd

Legal name

Production Audio Video Technology Pty Ltd

Website

https://pavt.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Production Audio Video Technology Pty Ltd (PAVT) is a privately held Australian importer and distributor of professional audio and video equipment, founded in 1984, representing 14 premium AV brands across Australia and New Zealand via a channel of integrators, resellers, and dealers, supported by customized training and a certified service centre.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Audio-Video Equipment Distribution

NAICS

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (33431)

akta.pro primary industry

Live Sound & Stage Equipment (PA Systems, Amplification, Monitoring) (MPAIAJAD)

Keywords

• Professional audio equipment distribution
• Video equipment distribution
• AV integration solutions
• Pro audio amplifiers
• Conference systems distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Mitcham

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Equipment Distribution: PAVT generates revenue through the distribution of professional audio and video equipment from internationally recognized brands. As an importer/distributor, they sell products to integrators, resellers, consultants, and end customers across Australia and New Zealand. The company offers both standard products and special order items.
2. Customised AV Training: PAVT offers tailored AV training programs designed to meet specific needs of staff and customers. Training covers system installation, configuration, and operational best practices. Delivered on-site or remotely across Australia and New Zealand by certified technical specialists.
3. Certified Service Centre: PAVT maintains a fully staffed service centre providing repair and warranty services for AV equipment. The service centre offers quick turnarounds with in-depth knowledge of AV networking, standards compliance, and installation engineering. Service charges include diagnostic fees and technician labour.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

PAVT is an Australian-owned importer and distributor of professional audio and video equipment, representing internationally recognized brands such as EAW, Powersoft, Symetrix, Luminex, Audix, Countryman, FSR, RDL, Servoreelers, Rational Acoustics, Aviom, KLOTZ, iSEMcon, and Everet Imaging. The company distributes and supports these brands to AV integrators, resellers, consultants, and end customers across Australia and New Zealand from offices in Melbourne and Auckland.

Product overview

PAVT operates as a professional audio-visual equipment distributor and solutions provider serving Australia and New Zealand. The company distributes internationally recognized AV brands rather than selling a unified platform product. The portfolio encompasses 14 distributed brands including EAW (loudspeaker systems), Powersoft (amplifiers and DSP), Symetrix (DSP and system control), Luminex (network switches), Audix/Countryman/iSEMcon (microphones), RDL (audio/video modules), FSR (connectivity), Servoreelers (mic deployment), Rational Acoustics (measurement software), Aviom (audio networking), KLOTZ (cables), and Everet Imaging (NDI cameras). These products are supported by complementary services including AV solutions design, customized training programs, and a certified service center. The distributed products work together in AV installations, with many featuring native integration via Dante, AES67, and IP networking protocols for system-wide audio/video distribution and control.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AV Solutions Design Services Design, distribution, and support of professional AV installation and production technologies tailored for venues from stadiums to classrooms, with comprehensive support spanning planning, installation, and maintenance phases for integrators and end users across Australia and New Zealand.
• Benchmark AV Products Distribution Distribution of benchmark professional AV products for installation or production, including connecting solutions for parliaments, video conferencing, concert venue audio, and network audio across universities, hotels, and entertainment complexes. Backed by expert local and factory support.
• Customised AV Training Tailored AV training programs delivered on-site or remotely across Australia and New Zealand, covering system installation, configuration, and operational best practices. Delivered by certified specialists for both technical professionals and non-technical end users across all skill levels.
• Certified AV Service Centre Fully staffed in-house certified AV service center offering quick turnarounds for repair and warranty support, advanced replacements, extended warranties, spare parts inventory, and factory-backed service. Service center staff possess in-depth knowledge of AV networking, standards compliance, and installation engineering for distributed AV brands.
• EAW - Eastern Acoustic Works Loudspeakers Professional loudspeaker systems for concert sound and permanent audio installations, offering scalable solutions including conventional line arrays, Adaptive Technology, point-source speakers, and powered systems for venues of all sizes. Distributed across Australia and New Zealand.
• Powersoft Amplifiers and System Control Professional amplifier platforms including touring amplifiers (X Series, T Series, Unica T), installed sound amplifiers (Mezzo, Quattrocanali, Unica, Nota), and software solutions (ArmoníaPlus, MyUniverso) for amplifier configuration, remote system monitoring, and dynamic music distribution.
• Symetrix DSP and System Control Digital signal processors, system control solutions, and Dante-enabled endpoints for distributed audio management. Products include Radius NX, Prism, Edge, Jupiter DSPs, T-Series touchscreens, W-Series wall controllers, and xIO audio expanders with USB, Bluetooth, and Dante connectivity options.
• Luminex Network Intelligence AV Networking Professional AV network switches, DMX/RDM splitters, network bridges, processors, and monitoring software including Gigacore switches, LumiSplit, LumiCore, LumiNode, and Araneo software. Pre-configured to support Dante, AES67, and Q-SYS protocols for entertainment and pro AV network management.
• Audix Microphones and Audio Accessories Premium professional microphones and audio accessories including wireless mic systems (Performance Series AP40/AP60), test and measurement equipment, desktop and ceiling microphones, Dante/AES67 integrated solutions, and specialty LED court microphones.
• Countryman Microphones and DI Boxes Specialized miniature and headset microphones (H6, H7, Isomax), lavalier microphones (B6, B2, B3, EMW, E6), and DI boxes engineered for high-quality, discreet audio applications in professional environments including broadcast and live production.
• iSEMcon Measurement Microphones Advanced microphone technology and accessories for precision acoustic measurements, including EMX 7150, ISeMic 725, EMM 7101, EMM 82 measurement microphones, SC-1 calibrators, and OPS outdoor microphone systems for sound system optimization and acoustic analysis.
• RDL (Radio Design Labs) Audio Video Modules Specialized audio, video, and control products including AMS, FLAT-PAK, EZ, AV-PAK, HALF-RACK, HD, RACK-UP, STICK-ON, D Series modules, SYSFLEX, TX Series, Format A, Sourceflex, and Dante accessories for flexible AV system integration.
• FSR AV Connectivity Solutions AV connectivity and signal management infrastructure including the Smart-Way Raceway System, wall/ceiling/floor/table mount boxes, cable management, 8K HDMI cables (Digital Ribbon), and EDID emulators. Supports HDBaseT and 10GBase-T standards for pro AV installations.
• Servoreelers Remote Microphone Deployment Remote deployment and retraction systems for microphones that preserve sound and signal quality, including the ServoReeler precision servo-operated system, Trapeze System, Ceiling Bezel, SRC-6/SRC-12 controllers, RM2 ball microphone, and MPS2 positioning servo for conference and boardroom installations.
• Rational Acoustics Smaart Measurement Software Industry-standard audio measurement and sound system optimization software including Smaart Measurement and Analysis, Smaart Data Modeler for DSP filter modeling, and Smaart Training courses for sound system engineers and AV professionals.
• Aviom Audio Networking and Personal Mixing Audio networking products designed for personal mixing applications in professional environments, including A Series Mixers, Boom System tactile transducers, console modules, I/O modules, and supporting software for stage, studio, and installed sound applications.
• KLOTZ Professional Cable Solutions Professional cable solutions for musicians, studios, broadcasting, and high-fidelity setups, including analogue and digital cables, bulk cables (650+ variants), CAT network cables (Dante, AES67, AVB), video/camera cables (HDMI, SDI, SMPTE), hybrid/power cables, speaker/line array cables, stagebox/multicore, and fibre optic solutions.
• Everet Imaging NDI Cameras Pro Grade NDI imaging solutions for broadcast, pro-AV, and streaming industries including EVC Conference Series, EVPro 4K60 UHD, EVP NDI|HX2 PTZ, EVR Rugged PTZ, EVX NDI|HX3, EVZ NDI Box Cameras, accessories, and PTZ controllers from Amsterdam-based manufacturer Everet Imaging.

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• EAW (Eastern Acoustic Works)coreTechnology or IntegrationEAW designs loudspeaker systems to deliver powerful, even sound for large audiences. PAVT distributes EAW products including installed sound, touring sound, and compact powered systems across Australia and New Zealand. EAW is known for Adaptive Performance technology and scalable solutions.
• PowersoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationPowersoft pioneers in audio innovation with numerous patents and groundbreaking amplifier solutions. PAVT distributes Powersoft installed sound, touring sound amplifiers, and software solutions including Armonía and Universo Cloud platforms.
• SymetrixcoreTechnology or IntegrationSymetrix designs and supports AV solutions with craftsmanship and performance. PAVT distributes Symetrix DSP products including Radius NX, Prism, Edge, Jupiter, system control, and endpoint solutions across the region.
• AudixcoreTechnology or IntegrationAudix designs, engineers, and manufactures innovative high-performance microphones recognized for durability and quality. PAVT distributes Audix products including wireless mic systems, test and measurement equipment, desktop and ceiling microphones, and Dante solutions.
• Countryman Associates InccoreTechnology or IntegrationCountryman specializes in manufacturing miniature and headset microphones and DI boxes for high-quality, discreet audio applications. PAVT distributes Countryman products including H6, B6, E6, B3, B2D, E2, Isomax headset and lavalier microphones.
• Luminex Network IntelligencecoreTechnology or IntegrationLuminex manufactures data distribution equipment for entertainment, providing network switches, DMX converters, nodes, and splitters. PAVT distributes Luminex products including Gigacore switches, LumiSplit, LumiCore, LumiNode, and Araneo software.
• FSR InccoreTechnology or IntegrationFSR manufactures connectivity and signal management solutions including HDBaseT, CAT-X systems, and floor, wall, table, and ceiling boxes. PAVT distributes FSR products across Australia and New Zealand.
• RDL (Radio Design Labs)coreTechnology or IntegrationRDL offers specialized audio, video, and control products with well-known module series including STICK-ON, RACK-UP, and FLAT-PAK. PAVT distributes RDL's AMS, EZ, HD, D Series, and Dante accessories across the region.
• Rational AcousticscoreTechnology or IntegrationRational Acoustics provides SMAART, the industry-standard software for accurate audio measurement and sound system optimization. PAVT distributes Smaart products including Smaart Measurement and Analysis, Data Modeler, and training courses.
• ServoreelerscoreTechnology or IntegrationServoreelers enable remote deployment and retraction of microphones without compromising sound or signal quality. PAVT distributes ServoReeler products including servo-operated systems, Trapeze systems, ceiling bezels, controllers, and ball microphones.
• AviomcoreTechnology or IntegrationAviom provides audio networking products specifically designed for personal mixing applications in professional environments. PAVT distributes Aviom products including A Series mixers, tactile transducers, console modules, and I/O modules.
• KLOTZcoreTechnology or IntegrationKLOTZ provides cable solutions for musicians, studios, broadcasting, and high-fidelity setups. PAVT distributes KLOTZ products including analogue and digital cables, bulk cables, CAT network, video cables, and fibre optic solutions.
• iSEMconcoreTechnology or IntegrationiSEMcon develops advanced microphone technology and accessories tailored for precision acoustic measurements. PAVT distributes iSEMcon products including EMX 7150, ISeMic 725, EMM 7101, EMM 82, and outdoor microphone systems.
• Everet ImagingcoreTechnology or IntegrationEveret Imaging is an Amsterdam-based manufacturer and worldwide supplier of Pro Grade NDI imaging solutions for broadcast, pro-AV, and streaming industry. PAVT distributes Everet products including EVC conference series, EVPro 4K60 UHD, EVP NDI|HX2, EVR rugged PTZ, and EVX NDI|HX3 cameras.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Hills Limited: Hills is an ASX-listed Australian distributor of AV, communications, and security products with broader portfolio coverage than PAVT. Hills competes for AV integrator spend but is a broader incumbent rather than a specialist audio distributor.
• ScanSource Inc: ScanSource is a global value-added distributor of AV, communications, and technology solutions serving resellers and integrators worldwide. It overlaps with PAVT in pro AV categories but at far larger scale and broader portfolio.
• Exertis (DCC Technology): Exertis is a global AV and technology distributor operating across multiple geographies. It competes in the same broad AV distribution category as PAVT but at significantly larger scale and broader portfolio scope.

Direct peers

• Group Technologies: Group Technologies is an Australian AV/IT distributor serving system integrators with professional audio, video, and control products. Like PAVT, it focuses on integrator channel sales and complementary AV/IT categories across Australia.
• Jands Pty Ltd: Jands is one of Australia's largest distributors of professional audio, lighting, and staging equipment, serving the AV integration and live production markets. Like PAVT, Jands distributes premium international AV brands to integrators and end users across Australia, making it the closest direct peer in geography and product category.
• Technical Audio Group (TAG): TAG is an Australian distributor of professional audio, AV, and control products serving system integrators, consultants, and end users in the commercial AV market. TAG operates in a directly comparable niche to PAVT with similar brand portfolio strategy and integrator-channel GTM.
• Amber Technology Limited: Amber Technology is an ASX-listed Australian distributor of professional audio, visual, lighting, and broadcast equipment. Amber overlaps directly with PAVT in distributing premium AV brands to integrators, broadcasters, and venues across Australia and New Zealand.
• Audio Brands Australia: Audio Brands Australia is a specialist distributor of professional audio equipment representing multiple premium international brands in the Australian market. Its scale and brand-distribution model closely mirror PAVT's exclusive/authorized distributor setup.
• MadisonAV: MadisonAV is an Australian distributor of professional audio visual and unified communications products serving integrators and corporate end users. MadisonAV's product focus and integrator-channel GTM directly parallel PAVT's approach.

Regional players

• Midwich Group: Midwich is a UK-headquartered specialist AV distributor serving the EMEA market with premium brands and integrator support. Its business model mirrors PAVT's exclusive-distribution approach, though it operates in a different geography.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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