PASS-Medientechnik GmbH

Name

PASS-Medientechnik GmbH

Legal name

PASS-Medientechnik GmbH

Website

https://voccom.audio

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Military Acoustic Hailing and Loudspeaker Systems

NAICS

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (334310)

SIC

Communications Equipment, Nec (3669)

akta.pro primary industry

Audible-Visual Alarms & Notification Devices (Sounders, horns, siren/strobe combos for industrial use) (IMAGAIAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Live Sound & Stage Equipment (PA Systems, Amplification, Monitoring) (MPAIAJAD), Microphones, Headsets & Audio Input Devices (HDACAFAH)

Keywords

• Acoustic hailing devices
• Military loudspeaker systems
• Beam steering technology
• Mobile audio systems
• Public warning systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Melle, Deutschland

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: Sale of mobile loudspeaker systems, AHD (Acoustic Hailing Devices), 360° loudspeakers, DSP amplifiers, remote controls, protocol recorders, microphones, and pan-tilt head platforms as standalone or integrated systems. Revenue is primarily one-time hardware sale, with some recurring service and support components.
2. OEM / Contract Development: Custom hardware development services for OEMs and system integrators, including acoustic and electronic assemblies, PCB layouts, prototype construction, and series production launch. Revenue from development fees and subsequent production contracts, often pursuant to public tender specifications.
3. Training and Support Services: Training courses covering acoustics basics, technology operation, and practical emergency scenarios for operators. Technical service and support for maintaining operational readiness.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

PASS-Medientechnik GmbH, trading as VocCom-Audio, designs, develops, and manufactures high-performance acoustic communication systems for military, police, fire, and security applications. Its core offering is a modular product family of Acoustic Hailing Devices (AHD), directional and 360° loudspeakers, mobile backpack systems, stabilized pan-tilt platforms with integrated electro-optics, DSP amplifiers, control units, and encrypted protocol recorders, all made in Germany. The company also operates an OEM program that supplies customized acoustic assemblies embedded into the platforms of defense primes and vehicle manufacturers.

Product overview

PASS-Medientechnik GmbH operates under the VocCom-Audio brand, offering a comprehensive portfolio of high-performance mobile audio systems designed for military, police, and security applications. The product architecture consists of five core product categories: Mobile Systems (Streethailer, LSA-X-MK2 backpack loudspeaker, HM-5006 megaphone), Directional Speakers/AHD (M-115, M-215, M-415, M-815 series with integrated or external amplifiers, MH-914-P, MH-918-P, HS-2060-P), 360° Loudspeakers (AD-360-16, MH-360-4 Streethailer, M-9-360, AD-9-360), Pan-tilt Head Systems (Sherpa stabilized platform), and Electronics (AP-MK2 DSP amplifiers, APC vehicle integration amplifiers, MP-350/MP-900MK2 remote controls, PR-920/PR-1250 protocol recorders, ML-525/ML-536 microphones). Supporting these are the VSSTM beam steering software and various accessories. The systems are engineered for long-range voice communication (up to 5000m), population warning, and perimeter protection, with products designed for vehicle integration, portable use, and permanent installation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• VocCom-Audio: Brand of PASS-Medientechnik GmbH developing and producing state-of-the-art audio systems Made in Germany for military and security applications

Products and services

• Streethailer (MH-360-4) High-performance mobile 360° loudspeaker generating 136 dB sound pressure, audible at approximately 85 dB at half kilometer diameter. Single-point sound source for reflection-free speech reproduction in urban environments, designed for police and security crowd control operations.
• LSA-X-MK2 Backpack Loudspeaker System Battery-powered high-performance backpack loudspeaker system weighing 7.2 kg with 142 dB SPL, featuring the AP-LOCK safety circuit for hearing protection. Designed for portable use by police, military, and emergency services with exceptionally clear speech intelligibility and long throw.
• HM-5006 Handheld Megaphone Professional handheld megaphone with 20W output, 113 dB SPL, IPX4 splash water protection, 350m voice range and 500m alarm range. Features built-in alarm signal and pistol grip with shoulder strap for portable use by police, fire, and emergency services.
• M-115MK2 Compact AHD Module Compact Acoustic Hailing Device (AHD) base module with 143 dB peak SPL at 1m, enabling speech reproduction over 750m at 85 dB. Features loss-free wavefront arrayable both vertically and horizontally for scalable directional sound systems.
• M-115MK2-X Enhanced AHD Module Enhanced AHD base module with 149 dB peak SPL at 1m, achieving speech clarity over 1000m at 85 dB. Compact design with integrated amplifier and ±25°x25° dispersion pattern for medium-range applications.
• M-215MK2 Mid-Range AHD Module Mid-range AHD base module with 149 dB peak SPL, providing crystal-clear speech over 1000m at 88 dB. Arrayable in vertical and horizontal planes without phase cancellation.
• M-215MK2-X High-Performance AHD Module High-performance AHD module with 156 dB peak SPL, delivering excellent speech intelligibility over 2000m at 88 dB. Features ±25°x10° dispersion, 320W power consumption, and DC/AC operation.
• M-415MK2-X High-Power AHD Module High-power AHD module with 161 dB peak SPL, achieving speech intelligibility over 2500m. Features ±10°x10° dispersion pattern, 720W power consumption, designed for maximum range applications.
• M-815MK2-X Ultra-High-Performance AHD Emitter Ultra-high-performance AHD emitter with greater than 162 dB peak SPL per module, achieving speech reproduction over 2000-5000m. Arrayable vertically and horizontally without phase cancellation losses, with 1300W power consumption for maximum reach applications.
• MH-914-P Passive High-Performance Speaker Passive high-performance speaker designed for external amplifier integration. Part of the MH series built for large-area acoustic information systems requiring extended coverage.
• MH-918-P Passive Maritime Speaker Passive high-performance speech and siren line speaker for large areas, achieving 153 dB SPL peak and ±50°x10° dispersion. Seawater-resistant (AI/SS) construction for maritime and coastal applications.
• HS-2060-P Horn Speaker System High-performance horn speaker system designed for external amplifier connection, part of the directional speaker portfolio for high-SPL applications.
• AD-360-16 360° Loudspeaker with Sector Switching 360° loudspeaker with sector switching for zone control, IP65 weather protection, 128 dB SPL. Equipped with matrix, digital mixer, and supports PC control or MP-900 audio center integration for zone-based announcements.
• M-9-360 Cascadable 360° Loudspeaker Module Cascadable 360° loudspeaker module for far-field sound reinforcement, achieving 143 dB SPL max and up to 3000m range. IP65 weather-resistant aluminum/stainless steel housing for permanent outdoor installation.
• AD-9-360 High-Performance 360° Loudspeaker High-performance 360° loudspeaker for speech and music over medium distances, achieving 126 dB SPL max with 360°x60° dispersion. Patented passive loudspeaker driven by AP-900B controller amplifier.
• Sherpa Stabilized Multi-Mission Platform Stabilized pan-tilt platform with integrated beam-steering AHD BF-16 (1.5km range), full HD and IR camera, 5W laser dazzler (3000m), searchlight, and 8000m laser rangefinder. Designed for mounting on land and water vehicles to provide multi-sensor situational awareness and acoustic communication.
• AP-450MK2 High-Performance DSP Amplifier High-performance two-channel DSP amplifier for automotive and marine applications. Available in DC version (12/24/48V) or AC/DC version (90-240V) with DSP-controlled output stages for precise signal processing.
• APC-550 Class-H Vehicle Integration Amplifier High-efficiency Class-H amplifier series for vehicle integration, 4 channels x 200W with 12-24VDC input. Features optional protocol recorder, GPIO interface, and 4x90° sector control for 360° speakers.
• MP-350 Remote Control Unit for LSA-X Remote control unit for LSA-X system with cable or optional radio control. Features microphone and AUX input, integrated volume control, battery indicator, and optional AD-Hoc recorder.
• MP-900MK2 Multi-Mission Audio Central Multi-mission audio central and remote control unit for M, LSA and 900 series. IP67 weatherproof, operating from -20°C to +60°C with programmable multilingual display, MP-3 recorder, and optional AP-LOCK circuit.
• PR-1250 Encrypted Protocol Recorder Protocol recorder (black box) for mission documentation. Records speech, sound levels, GPS/Glonass position, and GNSS time on 16GB SD storage (approximately 1800 hours) with encrypted MP-3 recording and map integration.
• PR-920 Protocol Recorder Protocol recorder model for deployment documentation, part of the protocol recorder product line for mission and operational evidence recording.
• ML-525 Heavy-Duty Noise-Canceling Microphone Heavy-duty handheld noise-canceling microphone with PTT. Dynamic capsule for high ambient noise environments, close-talk design, robust aluminum housing, XLR-3 connection.
• ML-536 Heavy-Duty Close-Talk Microphone Heavy-duty handheld close-talk microphone with noise suppression. Dynamic capsule, greater than 140 dB max SPL, ABS polymer housing, XLR-3 pole connection, -30°C to +70°C temperature range.
• OEM Custom Development Services Custom acoustic and electronic assembly development for OEM customers and system integrators, including hardware development, PCB layout creation, prototype construction, and series production launch. Used to embed VocCom acoustic systems into military land, water, and air vehicles by defense primes.
• Training and Support Services Training courses covering acoustics basics, technology operation, and practical emergency scenarios for operators, plus technical service and support to maintain operational readiness of deployed systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• M-815MK2-X achieves speech intelligibility over distances >2000 to 5000 meters with peak SPL >162 dB at 1 m
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability2 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• BDSV (Bundesverband der Deutschen Sicherheits- und Verteidigungsindustrie e.V.)coreOthers · 1 June 2025Industry association membership since June 2025. BDSV is the Federal Association of the German Security and Defense Industry. Membership provides networking, advocacy, and visibility within Germany's defense and security sector.
• CONDOR Multicopter & DronesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGerman specialist in the manufacture and sale of drones, drone systems, accessories, and training for authorities and organizations with security tasks (BOS). Acts as a distribution partner for VocCom Audio products in Germany.
• DEFSEC ConsultingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProvides state-of-the-art and optimally adapted equipment for security and defense. Uses a global network of suppliers and partners for fast and reliable provision of innovative technologies. Acts as a distribution partner.
• headsets.atminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProvider of communication solutions in Austria. Distributes VocCom Audio products in the Austrian market.
• NT-ServiceminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIntegrator of public security and defense technologies in Lithuania and Ukraine. Distributes and integrates VocCom Audio products in these markets.
• PROMOTEQminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSupplies the latest and optimally adapted devices using an established national and international network of suppliers and partners. Acts as a distribution partner for VocCom Audio.
• RIVOLIER SECURITY DEFENSEminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorB2B distributor of security and defense equipment. Distributes VocCom Audio products through its defense distribution network.
• R-TechnikminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBOS (authorities and organizations with security tasks) vehicle equipment supplier from Switzerland. Distributes VocCom Audio products in Switzerland.
• SEFOR Solutions, s.r.o.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIntegrator of turnkey solutions for security and armed forces operations in the Czech Republic. Integrates VocCom Audio products into customer solutions.
• Silent Sentinel Ltd.minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEnglish manufacturer of fully integrated, modular, multi-sensor and high-performance PTZ camera platforms. Partners with VocCom Audio for acoustic integration alongside optical systems.
• SPEQ Special EquipmentminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProvider of special equipment for authorities and organizations with security tasks (BOS) in Estonia. Distributes VocCom Audio products in Estonia.
• Vitavox Tactical CommunicationsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDesigns, manufactures, and supplies loudspeakers, microphones, headsets, and intercom systems for international military and naval platforms. Potential complementary distribution relationship in the naval/military loudspeaker space.
• RheinmetallcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerLeading technology company in defense and civilian industries with over 130 years of experience. Integrates VocCom Audio acoustic systems into its military vehicle platforms. A flagship integration partnership for defense applications.
• KNDS (Krauss-Maffei Wegmann + Nexter)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerEuropean leader in military land systems (Germany/France merger). Integrates VocCom Audio acoustic communication systems into its military land vehicle platforms. A flagship OEM integration partnership.
• Haberl ElectronicsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSpecializes in fully integrated vehicles for authorities and organizations with security tasks (BOS) in Germany. Integrates VocCom Audio systems into BOS emergency vehicles.
• RGBP AGminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAudio, video, and communication technology specialist from Switzerland. Provides evacuation solutions for outdoor pools, sports grounds, and schools. Integrates VocCom Audio products into Swiss solutions.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Bosch Security Systems: Major manufacturer of professional audio, public address, and voice alarm systems for security, transportation, and emergency applications. Wide portfolio and global scale with partial overlap in PA and evacuation systems.
• Whelen Engineering: Large US manufacturer of emergency warning equipment (sirens, lights, public address) for public safety and defense. Much broader product portfolio than VocCom but overlaps in mass notification sirens for civil protection.
• Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions (formerly Ultra Electronics): Defense audio and communications specialist with broader portfolio in tactical communications, sonar, and electronic warfare. Competes with VocCom in select military audio programs but at significantly larger scale and broader scope.

Emerging players

• AtlasIED: US manufacturer of commercial audio, mass notification, and emergency communication systems with some defense/security applications. Different scale and primary focus but overlapping product categories in PA and voice evacuation.
• Holosonics: US developer of directional/parametric audio technology for commercial, retail, and security applications. Adjacent technology overlap with VocCom's beam-forming approach but focused on indoor/short-range rather than military long-range.

Direct peers

• Acoustic Technology Inc. (ATI Systems): US manufacturer of acoustic hailing devices, mass notification systems, and long-range loudspeakers for defense, maritime security, and emergency management. Closely comparable product portfolio and customer segments to VocCom.
• Vitavox Tactical Communications: UK-based designer and manufacturer of loudspeakers, microphones, headsets, and intercom systems for international military and naval platforms. Direct peer in tactical/military audio hardware and existing channel partner of PASS-Medientechnik.
• Genasys Inc. (formerly LRAD Corporation): US-based public company and the most established global manufacturer of long-range acoustic hailing devices (LRAD systems) for military, law enforcement, border security, and emergency management. Directly competes with VocCom in the AHD niche with overlapping customer profiles and product capabilities.
• IML Sound Equipment: French manufacturer of acoustic hailing devices and high-power loudspeaker systems for military, security, and emergency applications. Direct competitor in the European AHD market with similar product positioning.

Others

• Silent Sentinel Ltd. UK manufacturer of integrated, modular, multi-sensor PTZ camera platforms for security and defense. Existing integration partner of PASS-Medientechnik with complementary electro-optical capabilities that pair with VocCom's AHD systems.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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