Vallès Trade Music

Name

Vallès Trade Music

Legal name

VALLES TRADE MUSIC, S.L.

Website

https://vallestrade.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Musical instrument wholesale distribution

NAICS

Musical Instrument and Supplies Retailers (45914)

SIC

Musical Instruments (3931)

akta.pro primary industry

Instrument & Pro Audio Retail (Online/Brick-and-Mortar) (MPAIAJAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Musical Instrument Retail (Guitars, Keyboards, Drums, Band/Orchestra) (CRALAEAA), Instrument Accessories & Consumables Retail (Strings, Reeds, Sticks, Cables) (CRALAEAE)

Keywords

• String instrument wholesale
• Musical accessories distribution
• Bowed instruments supplier
• Music retail wholesale
• Luthier tools supply

Headquarters

HQ city

Rubí

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Wholesale instrument and accessories sales: B2B wholesale distribution of string instruments (violin, viola, cello, double bass), bows, cases, strings, and accessories to music retailers and luthiers. Revenue generated through product sales at wholesale pricing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Vallès Trade Music is a wholesale distributor of string instruments and related accessories, operating a multi-brand e-commerce platform that supplies violins, violas, cellos, double basses, baroque instruments, bows, protective cases and gig bags, musical strings, luthier tools, and a wide range of accessories. It serves music retailers, luthiers, conservatories, and professional musicians through dedicated wholesale account options and direct e-commerce sales, leveraging a portfolio of over 100 international brands.

Product overview

Vallès Trade Music is a wholesale distributor of string instruments and accessories. The company operates as a multi-brand e-commerce platform offering a comprehensive portfolio centered on string instruments (violin, viola, cello, double bass, baroque), bows, protective cases and gig bags (notably BAM Hightech cases), musical strings (from brands like Thomastik, Pirastro, Larsen), and a wide range of accessories (tuners, rosin, bridges, tailpieces, shoulder rests, humidifiers, luthier tools). The offering is complemented by backpacks, musical gifts, music library/educational materials, and promotional/advertising materials from partner brands. The platform serves both retail stores and individual musicians through its e-commerce operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• String Instruments (Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Baroque) Wholesale distribution of string instruments including violin, viola, cello, double bass, and baroque period instruments in various sizes for students and professionals, available to music retailers, luthiers, conservatories, and professional musicians.
• Arch Bows (Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Baroque) Wholesale distribution of arch bows for string instruments including violin, viola, cello, double bass, and baroque bows made from materials including pernambuco wood and carbon fiber (CodaBow).
• Cases and Gig Bags Protective cases and gig bags for string and wind instruments including violin, viola, cello, double bass, clarinet, bassoon, flute, oboe, saxophone, trombone, trumpet, guitar, ukulele, and others, featuring brands including BAM with Hightech technology.
• Musical Strings Wholesale supply of strings for violin, viola, cello, double bass, guitar, mandola, mandolin, harp, ukulele, erhu, and baroque instruments, distributed from brands including Thomastik, Pirastro, Larsen, Jargar, and D'Addario.
• Musical Accessories Wide range of wholesale musical accessories including tuners, metronomes, shoulder rests, chinrests, bridges, tailpieces, pegs, rosin, mutes, stands, humidifiers, luthier tools, cello endpins, bow tips, case accessories, and instrument care products.
• Instrument Backpacks Specialized backpacks for transporting musical instruments, featuring the BAM brand portfolio.
• Musical Gifts Wholesale distribution of music-themed gift items including jewelry, pens, textiles, pendants, key rings, home accessories, desk items, Christmas decorations, watches, cups, ceramics, and music stands.
• Music Library and Educational Materials Wholesale supply of music books and educational materials including children's music library and instruction manuals for violinists and luthiers.
• Advertising and Promotional Materials Wholesale distribution of promotional and advertising materials from partner brands (BAM, CodaBow, Optima, Pirastro, Rubner, Stentor, Thomastik, Viva la Musica, Wittner) including catalogs, brochures, display materials, posters, and promotional cards for in-store merchandising by retailers.
• Outlet / B-Stock Products Discounted B-Stock wholesale products that may have minor cosmetic defects but are 100% functional, including instruments, accessories, cases, and bows sold at outlet pricing.

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, notable and minor.

• ThomastikcoreOthersExclusive distribution partner for Thomastik string products. Thomastik-Infeld is a renowned Austrian manufacturer of premium strings for violin, viola, cello, and double bass.
• PirastrocoreOthersMajor distribution partner for Pirastro strings, accessories, and promotional materials. German manufacturer known for high-quality gut and synthetic strings.
• WittnercoreOthersDistribution partner for Wittner products including tailpieces with fine tuners, pegs, metronomes, and tuning forks. German manufacturer with over 120 years of history.
• CodaBownotableOthersDistribution partner for CodaBow carbon fiber bows. American manufacturer specializing in innovative bow technology.
• StentornotableOthersDistribution partner for Stentor instruments and related products. UK manufacturer known for student and intermediate string instruments.
• LarsennotableOthersDistribution partner for Larsen strings including the Sovereign cello line and other premium string products. Danish manufacturer known for soloistic strings.
• D'AddarionotableOthersDistribution partner for D'Addario products including strings, tuners, and accessories. American manufacturer and one of the world's largest music accessory companies.
• RubnerminorOthersDistribution partner for Rubner pegs and tuning systems. German manufacturer specializing in precision mechanical tuning components.
• OptimaminorOthersDistribution partner for Optima strings and accessories. Italian manufacturer known for innovative string designs.
• Viva la MusicaminorOthersDistribution partner for Viva la Musica shoulder rests and accessories. French manufacturer specializing in ergonomic musician accessories.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Yamaha Music Europe: Global musical instrument manufacturer and distributor with established European and Spanish presence. Comparable to Vallès as a multi-brand-channel music distributor, but vastly larger and vertically integrated as a manufacturer.
• Thomann: Europe's largest online musical instrument retailer and wholesaler, offering strings, bows, cases, and accessories across many brands. Comparable to Vallès because it serves overlapping B2B and B2C demand in the string instrument category, but at vastly greater scale and broader geographic scope.
• Gear4Music: UK-based large online retailer and wholesaler of musical instruments and equipment. Comparable to Vallès in selling string instruments, bows, cases, and accessories, but with pan-European reach and direct-to-consumer scale.
• Hal Leonard: Global distributor and publisher of music products, including instruments, accessories, and educational materials. Overlaps with Vallès on wholesale distribution of instruments, strings, and accessories, but operates at much larger scale with a broader product portfolio.

Regional players

• Andertons Music: UK-based musical instrument retailer with strong strings, orchestral, and accessories offering. Comparable to Vallès in product mix and B2B/B2C servicing, though primarily serves the UK market rather than Iberia.
• Casio Iberia: Spanish subsidiary of Casio distributing digital instruments, keyboards, and accessories. Comparable to Vallès as a brand-based music product distributor serving the Spanish market, though focused on digital rather than acoustic string instruments.
• Warwick Music Equipment: German distributor of musical instruments, accessories, and pro audio equipment serving European retailers. Comparable wholesale distribution model to Vallès, though with broader instrument category coverage.

Direct peers

• ADG Music: Spanish wholesale distributor of musical instruments and accessories serving retailers, schools, and professionals. Direct competitor in the Spanish market with overlapping brand portfolio and similar B2B wholesale motion.
• Mogar Music: Italian wholesale distributor of musical instruments and accessories with a broad multi-brand portfolio. Comparable business model to Vallès — wholesale B2B distribution of instruments, strings, and accessories to retailers and educators.
• Reclam Madrid: Spanish wholesale music distributor serving music stores and educators with instruments and accessories. Direct Spanish-market peer to Vallès with similar B2B wholesale model and overlapping customer base.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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