mbakustik

What mbakustik does

mbakustik GmbH is a German specialist engineering and manufacturing firm founded in 1996 and headquartered in Osnabrück, focused on professional room acoustics for studios, commercial properties, and private residences. The company operates as an integrated engineering office and craft business: projects begin with acoustic planning, on-site measurement, and status-quo analysis, proceed to in-house production of custom acoustic modules, and conclude with installation and turnkey handover. Manufacturing is conducted at the company's own facility near Osnabrück, which combines carpentry, upholstery, and sewing operations to produce broadband absorbers (A100 series), modular bass traps (B500/B600), acoustic curtains (AV series), custom diffusors, ceiling modules (BAB270), and mobile partition walls (Tonwand TW1).

The company's technology foundation rests on conventional acoustic engineering rather than software platforms; its most notable proprietary asset is the LER20 (Listening Environment Rating) algorithm, developed in collaboration with Hochschule Osnabrück, which assigns a single-value objective score (typically 20–100) to listening environments based on frequency response, low-frequency decay, and loudspeaker positional dependency. Certifications (Oeko-Tex Standard 100, DIN 4102 B1, EN13773) support specification in regulated commercial projects.

mbakustik generates revenue through three streams: project-based acoustic consulting and installation services for enterprise studio and commercial customers across Europe, hardware sales of standard and custom acoustic modules via its own e-commerce storefront, and direct-to-consumer online acoustic consultation sessions (€199 for 60 minutes via Zoom, plus a free 15-minute orientation tier). The go-to-market combines direct enterprise sales for large installations, industry events and partnerships (Tonmeistertagung, Studioszene, Schall & Raum Akustik Tour with PSI Audio and Zaor), and a content-led digital channel featuring video content and social media engagement. Customer segments include professional recording and mastering studios, audio equipment manufacturers, healthcare and educational facilities, community and government buildings, voice-talent agencies, and private residential clients seeking HiFi or home-cinema acoustic optimization.

Name

mbakustik

Legal name

mbakustik GmbH

Website

https://mbakustik.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

mbakustik GmbH is a German specialist engineering and manufacturing firm founded in 1996 that designs, produces, and installs custom room acoustics — including absorbers, bass traps, diffusors, and curtains — for professional recording studios, commercial properties, and private residences across Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Room Acoustics Engineering

NAICS

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (33431)

akta.pro primary industry

Acoustic & Soundproofing Works (IMAFANAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Soundproofing & Acoustic Insulation (Walls/Ceilings) (HSAPAFAH), Acoustic Gypsum Boards & Sound Control Systems (IMADAEAK)

Keywords

• Room acoustics engineering
• Acoustic consulting services
• Custom acoustic products
• Studio acoustic design
• Bass trap absorbers

Headquarters

HQ city

Osnabrück

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Acoustic Consulting and Engineering Services: Professional room acoustics consulting, acoustic measurements, and planning services. Includes site consultation, status quo analysis, and project planning.
2. Custom Acoustic Products: Manufacturing and sale of acoustic modules including absorbers, bass traps, diffusors, and curtains. One-time product sales with installation services available.
3. Online Acoustic Consultation: 60-minute one-on-one video coaching sessions for home studio and recording setup optimization. Priced at €199 per session.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

mbakustik GmbH plans, manufactures, and installs custom room acoustics solutions combining engineering consulting, in-house carpentry/upholstery/sewing manufacturing, and turnkey installation across Europe. The firm delivers professional acoustic products (broadband absorbers, bass traps, diffusors, curtains) and services (acoustic measurement, LER rating, online consulting) for recording studios, commercial properties, and private residences.

Product overview

mbakustik GmbH is a professional room acoustics engineering firm and manufacturing company based in Osnabrück, Germany, operating since 1996. The company offers a unified portfolio combining classical engineering services (acoustic planning, measurement, consulting) with in-house manufactured acoustic products. The core product line includes the A100 broadband absorber series (A105/A110/A115 variants, including HR high-reflection versions for vocal booths), the B500/B600 modular bass trap series (available in tuned Type A and broadband Type B configurations), and custom diffusors. Supporting products include acoustic curtains in multiple configurations (AV10 through AV32 single, double, and triple-layer variants), sound protection curtains (SV series), the BAB270 ceiling module, and the Tonwand TW1 mobile partition wall. Services encompass acoustic measurement for control rooms, modal analysis, the proprietary LER (Listening Environment Rating) algorithm developed with Hochschule Osnabrück, and online one-on-one acoustic consulting via video. The company manufactures all acoustic modules in its German workshop near Osnabrück and provides installation services throughout Europe.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• A100 Broadband Absorber Series Wall and ceiling-mounted broadband sound absorbers available in multiple variants (A105, A110, A115, HR versions) with rated sound absorption class A; they reduce reverberation, increase spatial resolution, and improve stereo image for studios and listening rooms.
• B500/B600 Bass Trap Series Modular bass absorbers in two depths (35cm and 55cm); Type A is precisely tuned to room resonance frequencies (20-60 Hz) while Type B provides broadband absorption from approximately 30 Hz. Format 75 x 75 cm, priced at 840 EUR/piece.
• Acoustic Curtains (AV Series) Sound-absorbing curtains in single, double, and triple-layer variants made from 100% polyester (Trevira CS), flame-retardant B1 per DIN 4102, washable at 60°C, achieving up to Class A sound absorption (αW = 0.90-0.95). Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified.
• Custom Diffusors Custom-built 1D and 2D diffusers manufactured in-house from MDF, plywood, solid wood, veneer, coated chipboard, or aluminum to meet specific acoustic function, material, budget, and aesthetic requirements.
• BAB270 Ceiling Module Ceiling absorber with integrated heavy layer effective down to approximately 60 Hz, designed for placement above mixing desks to address vertical room modes in control rooms.
• Sound Protection Curtains (SV Series) Two and three-layer sound protection curtains for sound insulation applications; SV12 with heavy middle layer (1,440 g/m²) achieves Rw = 12 dB and R4kHz = 24.0 dB sound insulation with auralization examples for traffic, music, and speech reduction.
• Tonwand TW1 Mobile Partition Wall Freestanding, highly sound-absorbing mobile partition wall for recording studios and offices, with double-sided broadband absorbing material, fabric covering, and four casters; dimensions approximately 100 x 207 x 11 cm.
• Acoustic Measurement Services Professional acoustic measurement services for control rooms including frequency response analysis, phase measurement, impulse response (ITDG), reverberation time, and low frequency decay (waterfall diagram) analysis.
• LER (Listening Environment Rating) Evaluation Objective single-value evaluation of listening room quality using the proprietary LER20 algorithm co-developed with Hochschule Osnabrück; the rating describes deviation from an ideal room and evaluates frequency response, low frequency decay, and positional dependency.
• Online Acoustic Consulting One-on-one video acoustic consulting service delivered via Zoom for homestudio and recording setup optimization; the paid 60-minute session is priced at €199 and a free 15-minute orientation session is also available to determine scope.

Quantifiable outcome

• LER20 values typically range from 20 (nearly perfect) to 100 (poor)

Named customers11 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

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• PSI AudiominorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2018Swiss precision monitor manufacturer. Co-participated in Schall & Raum Akustik Tour 2018 workshops in Berlin, Frankfurt, and Ludwigsburg. Presented PSI Audio monitors and active bass trap AVAA C20.
• Zaor Studio FurnitureminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2018Studio furniture manufacturer. Co-participated in Schall & Raum Akustik Tour 2018 workshops. Klaus Gehlhaar presented acoustic and ergonomic aspects of furniture design.
• Abbey Road InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2018Music production education institution. Co-participated in Schall & Raum Akustik Tour 2018 workshops at Berlin and Frankfurt locations.
• Mittwald CM Service GmbH & Co. KGcoreTechnology or IntegrationWebsite hosting provider located in Espelkamp, Germany. Provides website hosting and delivery services.
• DesoneminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration partner for acoustic cabin construction. Desone provided sound insulation cabin for PASS Medientechnik anechoic measurement room project.
• Hochschule OsnabrückcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partnership for development of LER20 (Listening Environment Rating) algorithm for objective evaluation of listening environment quality. Validation phase supported by Jade Hochschule.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Primacoustic: Primacoustic manufactures a broad range of acoustic panels, bass traps, and room kits for studios, broadcast, and commercial spaces. It is a direct peer to mbakustik in custom and modular acoustic treatment, with overlapping customer segments including recording studios, broadcast, and home studios.
• GIK Acoustics: GIK Acoustics designs and manufactures acoustic panels, bass traps, and diffusors for recording studios, home studios, and home theaters. It is one of the most prominent direct competitors to mbakustik in the studio acoustic treatment category, with a comparable product breadth (absorbers, bass traps, diffusors) and a global e-commerce distribution model.
• RPG Diffuser Systems: RPG (now part of pinta acoustic) is the established global leader in acoustic diffusers and engineered sound-control products for studios, auditoria, and commercial spaces. It is a direct peer to mbakustik in custom-engineered acoustic solutions, and is itself a current supplier/partner of mbakustik (Skyline diffusors).
• Acoustic Sciences Corporation (ASC): ASC manufactures TubeTraps and related acoustic treatment products primarily for recording studios, mastering rooms, and high-end listening environments. It is a direct peer to mbakustik in the premium, measurement-driven studio acoustic treatment niche.
• Artnovion: Artnovion is a Portuguese acoustic treatment manufacturer offering absorbers, bass traps, and diffusors for studios, commercial, and residential projects. It is one of the closest European-based direct peers to mbakustik, with comparable product architecture and an overlapping customer base across Europe.
• Vicoustic: Vicoustic manufactures acoustic treatment products — panels, bass traps, diffusers — for recording studios, hi-fi rooms, and commercial spaces, with strong European and global distribution. It is a direct peer to mbakustik in the design-conscious, premium acoustic treatment category.
• Auralex Acoustics: Auralex Acoustics is a US-based manufacturer of studio foam, bass traps, and acoustic treatment products for project studios, home studios, and commercial facilities. It is a direct peer to mbakustik in the manufactured acoustic products category, with broader, more mass-market positioning.
• RealTraps: RealTraps designs and sells high-end acoustic treatment products (absorbers, bass traps, diffusors) targeting serious recording and mastering studios. It is a direct peer to mbakustik in the premium, engineering-led segment of the acoustic treatment market, with a similar focus on measurable acoustic performance.

Broad incumbents

• Ecophon (Saint-Gobain): Ecophon, part of Saint-Gobain, is a large-scale manufacturer of acoustic ceiling and wall systems for offices, education, healthcare, and commercial buildings. It is a broader incumbent that competes with mbakustik for commercial-property acoustic projects but with a fundamentally different, industrialized product model.
• pinta acoustic: pinta acoustic is a German-headquartered manufacturer of a broad portfolio of acoustic products — including the Sonex and willtec lines — serving industrial, architectural, and studio applications. It is a broader incumbent that overlaps with mbakustik in sound-absorbing products but operates at much larger scale across multiple verticals.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCADA8LwZaDMUi0a3UNIG8pQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/mbakustik
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mbakustik

Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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