Zap SA
ZAP S.A. is a privately-held Swiss professional audio equipment distributor, founded in 1993 and headquartered in Geneva with a Winterthur office, serving professional installers, broadcast and live-event producers and commercial venues in French- and German-speaking Switzerland with 15+ premium distributed audio brands and integrator support.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded-
- HeadquartersGeneva, Switzerland
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What Zap SA does
ZAP S.A. is a privately-held Swiss professional audio equipment distributor, founded in 1993 and headquartered at Rue de Bourgogne 25 in Geneva, with a secondary office in Winterthur to cover the German-speaking market. The company is a pure reseller and integrator support house: it does not develop proprietary technology, but rather distributes and supports more than 15 premium professional audio brands across two physical Swiss offices. Its portfolio spans loudspeaker systems (NEXO, PANPHONICS, ACTIVE AUDIO), DSP and amplifiers (LD Systems TICA, ACTIVE AUDIO MPA, PANPHONICS ADX), network-AV switches and processors (Luminex GigaCore family, Auvitran AudioToolBox), intercom and wireless audio (Glensound, Vokkero, Hollyland, Altair, Streamit), sound-level monitoring and limiters (AMIX, REIDO), digital mixing consoles (Yamaha DM3) and cabling (S2CEB). The portfolio is unified by support for industry-standard AoIP protocols — Dante, AES67, AVB/MILAN, NDI, ST-2110 and IPMX — enabling Swiss system integrators to assemble interoperable multi-vendor installations.
The company's customer base consists of professional audio installers, broadcast and live-event production companies and commercial/institutional venues (hotels, conference rooms, retail, public institutions) in Switzerland. ZAP generates revenue exclusively through B2B hardware resale, supported by password-protected pricing access, after-sales service (SAV/RMA), downloadable documentation and a multilingual website (French/German). Its go-to-market combines a field sales presence with website-based catalog browsing, direct phone/email inquiries and a relationship-driven sales motion emphasizing long-tenured staff and protocol-level technical support across both linguistic regions of Switzerland. The business has no parent company, no external venture or private-equity backing and no subsidiaries, operating as an independent founder- or management-owned Swiss corporation (S.A. structure) with a reported 5-person staff.
Zap SA firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Zap SA
- Legal name
- ZAP S.A.
- Website
- https://zapaudio.com
- Company type
- Private
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- ZAP S.A. is a privately-held Swiss professional audio equipment distributor, founded in 1993 and headquartered in Geneva with a Winterthur office, serving professional installers, broadcast and live-event producers and commercial venues in French- and German-speaking Switzerland with 15+ premium distributed audio brands and integrator support.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Zap SA industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Professional Audio Equipment Distribution
- NAICS
- Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (3343)
- SIC
- Musical Instruments (3931)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Pro Audio & Recording Equipment Retail (MI-adjacent) (CRALAEAC)
Keywords
Where Zap SA is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Geneva
- HQ country
- Switzerland
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices2 records
Markets served
Zap SA business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain
Revenue model
- Professional Audio Equipment Distribution: ZAP S.A. generates revenue by distributing professional audio equipment from internationally recognized brands (Nexo, Yamaha, Luminex, Glensound, LD Systems, etc.) to Swiss installers, venues, and event production companies. Revenue is derived from the resale of hardware with professional support services included.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | B2B pricing — available upon password-protected access |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels4 records
Zap SA product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Zap SA distributes professional audio equipment from more than 15 leading brands to professional installers, venues, and event production companies operating in Switzerland. The company acts as an authorized distributor, providing pre-sales technical advice, system configuration support, and logistics for professional loudspeaker, mixing, networking, and intercom products.
Product overview
Zap SA is a Swiss professional audio equipment distributor offering a diverse portfolio of distributed brands. The core offering centers on network audio infrastructure (Luminex GigaCore switches, Luminode processors), DSP matrix processors (LD Systems NMP8/NMP32 with QUESTRA integration), and professional intercom systems (Glensound Dante stations, VOKKERO, HOLLYLAND, ALTAIR IPcom). Additional products include wireless audio (Streamit IRIS Pro), loudspeakers and amplifiers (NEXO, PANPHONICS, ACTIVE AUDIO), sound level monitoring (AMIX), audio limiters (REIDO), and cables (S2CEB). The distributed brands support industry-standard protocols including Dante, AES67, AVB/MILAN, NDI, and ST-2110 for seamless integration in professional AV installations.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Nexo Professional Loudspeaker Distribution
- Yamaha Professional Audio Distribution
- Luminex Networked Lighting/Audio Distribution
- LD Systems Pro Audio Distribution
- Glensound Broadcast Audio Distribution
- Multi-Brand Pro Audio Pre-Sales Technical Support
Companies that use Zap SA
Customer profileSegments3 records
Ideal customer profiles1 record
Zap SA technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration11 records
AI capability6 records
Zap SA partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- NexocoreZAP S.A. distributes Nexo professional loudspeaker systems in Switzerland. Nexo is known for innovative speaker technology including the Alpha+ hybrid PA system, ePS series, and DME10 immersive audio processor.
- Yamaha Commercial AudiocoreZAP S.A. distributes Yamaha Commercial Audio products including digital mixing consoles (DM3 series), amplifiers, speakers, and audio processing technologies known for reliability and sound quality.
- LuminexcoreZAP S.A. distributes Luminex network switches (GigaCore series) for AV networks, including touring switches (GC16t, GC18t, GC20t), installation switches (GC30i-10GB), weather-resistant 10-IP series, and the Luminode 8-IP Ethernet/DMX processor.
- LD SystemscoreZAP S.A. began distributing LD Systems Integrated audio solutions in April 2025. Products include TICA DSP matrix processors (NMP8, NMP32), integrated audio systems for installations in commercial spaces, venues, and public institutions.
- GlensoundcoreZAP S.A. distributes Glensound broadcast and live audio products including Dante intercom stations (Beatrice R12mk2), audio interfaces (AOIP-22mk2, AOIP22M), and microphone preamps, serving broadcast and live production markets.
- VokkerocoreZAP S.A. distributes Vokkero wireless intercom systems designed for noisy professional environments, including the VOKKERO STAGE full-duplex intercom kit and COMCH-750 headset with noise cancelling and acoustic shock protection.
- ReidocoreZAP S.A. distributes Reido audio limiters including the ML-11 Neo, designed for venues requiring strict volume limit compliance without compromising audio quality. Reido products target clubs, concert halls, bars, and event locations.
- AmixcoreZAP S.A. distributes Amix sound level measurement systems (AFF-series integrators) and limiters (SNA-series) for regulatory compliance in venues, including the AFF-25-3 TOURING portable sound level meter for mobile use.
- AuvitrancoreZAP S.A. distributes Auvitran Audio ToolBox products including the AVBx7-TC with touch control for professional AV networks, supporting Dante, MADI, AVB/MILAN, and AES67 protocols. Auvitran AVB cards have received MILAN certification.
- Active AudiominorZAP S.A. distributes Active Audio DSP amplifiers (MPA series) for Ray-ON speakers and subwoofers, with cloud-based remote control via HTML5 WebUI.
- AltairminorZAP S.A. distributes Altair IPcom network intercom systems, decentralized IP-based communication systems for live events, broadcast, and installations, supporting up to 128 devices.
- PanphonicsminorZAP S.A. distributes Panphonics directional speakers (Sound Shower and Compact series) and associated amplifiers (ADX21D Dante, ADX31U), used in audio-visualization, exhibitions, advertising, and immersive experiences.
- S2CEBminorZAP S.A. distributes S2CEB cables for installation and mobile applications, emphasizing quality, reliability, and durability in demanding environments.
- StreamitminorZAP S.A. distributes Streamit professional wireless audio transmission systems (Iris family), audio players, and streaming platforms. The Iris Pro transmits audio via DECT 1.9 GHz with up to 300m range.
- Hollyland (including Hollyvox)minorZAP S.A. distributes Hollyland and Hollyvox wireless intercom systems including the Solidcom H1 (scalable up to 80 beltpacks, 100 groups, 4 million sqm coverage) and the G51 masterstation with Wi-Fi app configuration.
Scale indicators2 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Zap SA competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Sennheiser electronic: German pro audio manufacturer (microphones, wireless systems, Neumann, AMBEO). Sennheiser products overlap with several categories Zap distributes (wireless intercom, broadcast audio) and Sennheiser's Swiss subsidiary sells direct to many of the same integrators.
- Adamson Systems Engineering: Canadian pro audio loudspeaker manufacturer competing in the same large-format touring and installation segments as NEXO. Adamson's growing European footprint and direct-dealer model position it as a manufacturer-side incumbent whose Swiss accounts partially overlap with Zap's.
- QSC, LLC: US pro audio and AV manufacturer whose Q-SYS platform and loudspeaker/amplifier lines compete with several of Zap's distributed brands (notably Luminex, LD Systems, and Yamaha) in integrated AV and venue installations across Switzerland.
- Shure Incorporated: US manufacturer of microphones, wireless systems, and conferencing audio. Shure's wireless and conferencing portfolio overlaps with products Zap distributes (e.g., from Vokkero, Hollyland, Glensound) and Shure sells direct to many of the same Swiss broadcast and corporate customers.
- d&b audiotechnik: German pro audio loudspeaker and electronics manufacturer whose systems compete head-to-head with NEXO and other brands Zap distributes in Swiss installations and touring. Like L-Acoustics, d&b has both direct-sales reach and a partner network that could sideline boutique distributors.
- L-Acoustics: French professional loudspeaker manufacturer whose products (e.g., K, A, X series) directly compete with NEXO — one of Zap's flagship principals — for large-venue and touring system specifications in Switzerland. As a manufacturer-side incumbent, L-Acoustics could disintermediate Zap by selling direct to large Swiss integrators.
- Bose Professional: US-headquartered pro audio manufacturer with a broad installed-sound portfolio (including show, commercial, and conference systems). Competes with several of Zap's distributed brands across the venue and corporate AV market, and could disintermediate via direct corporate accounts.
- Harman Professional Solutions: Global pro audio conglomerate encompassing JBL Professional, Crown, Soundcraft, Martin, BSS, and AMX — directly competing with several brands Zap distributes (notably against Yamaha mixing consoles and NEXO loudspeakers) in Swiss fixed-install and live-sound segments.
Emerging players
- Adam Hall Group: German manufacturer and brand owner (LD Systems, Cameo, Gravity, Palmer, Defender). As the parent of LD Systems — which Zap added to its portfolio in April 2025 — Adam Hall is simultaneously a key supplier and a competitor at the manufacturer tier, with growing reach in installed-sound and event-tech segments relevant to Zap's customers.
Others
- Audinate: Australian developer of the Dante audio-over-IP protocol, which is foundational to much of Zap's network-audio portfolio (Luminex, Auvitran, Glensound, LD Systems NMP processors). As an ecosystem enabler rather than a competitor, Audinate's protocol adoption directly drives hardware refresh demand flowing through Zap's distribution channel.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Zap SA social profiles
Digital presenceZap SA compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance1 record
Zap SA financial estimates
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Zap SA leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Zap SA funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Zap SA M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Zap SA
What does Zap SA do?
Zap SA distributes professional audio equipment from more than 15 leading brands to professional installers, venues, and event production companies operating in Switzerland. The company acts as an authorized distributor, providing pre-sales technical advice, system configuration support, and logistics for professional loudspeaker, mixing, networking, and intercom products.
Is Zap SA a public or private company?
Zap SA is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.
When was Zap SA founded?
Zap SA was founded in -1. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is Zap SA based?
Zap SA is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, in the Europe region.
How does Zap SA make money?
One revenue line is on record: professional Audio Equipment Distribution.
Who are Zap SA's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Sennheiser electronic, Adamson Systems Engineering, QSC, LLC, Shure Incorporated, d&b audiotechnik, L-Acoustics, Bose Professional and Harman Professional Solutions. Adam Hall Group is listed as an emerging player. Audinate is listed as an others.
Does Zap SA have an API?
No public API is recorded for Zap SA.
What industry is Zap SA in?
Zap SA's product category is Professional Audio Equipment Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRALAEAC, Pro Audio & Recording Equipment Retail (MI-adjacent). Its NAICS code is 3343 and its SIC code is 3931.