Schaapsound

What Schaapsound does

Schaapsound B.V. is a Dutch audiovisual systems integrator founded in 1984 and headquartered in Ridderkerk, with additional offices in Zwolle and Biezelinge. The company designs, installs, and maintains sound, video, lighting, and network systems for more than 2,000 churches and monuments across the Netherlands and Belgium, alongside adjacent institutional segments including funeral homes and commercial businesses. Through the Prodiz Memoria product line, it has built a dedicated vertical offering for funeral service providers, with named customers including Monuta, Dela, and Van Der Spek.

Schaapsound's technology stack spans DSP-based audio systems, PTZ cameras, CLS LED lighting with Casambi wireless control, ESD proprietary management software, and the KerkBeamer presentation and streaming platform delivered via partnership. Recent product investments include AI-driven sermon captioning ('preekondertiteling') with multilingual translation, Auracast Bluetooth hearing assistance, and a forthcoming customer portal. The company historically integrated third-party organ audio and amplification for organ builders (VKB being a core channel partner) and holds active distribution or integration partnerships across CLS, KerkBeamer, and Donkey Mobile (effective 2026-06-09).

The business model combines one-time equipment sales and installation projects with recurring service contracts at two tiers (basic maintenance and a premium 'Ontzorgd' fully-managed offering) and a software subscription layer through KerkBeamer. The company is privately held by the founding Schaap family and has executed three acquisitions over the past decade (the church audio division of Lagarde in 2014, Wolff Geluidstechniek in 2020, and Relisound in 2022), pursuing a deliberate roll-up of niche AV integrators in the Dutch market.

Name

Schaapsound

Legal name

Schaapsound B.V.

Website

https://schaapsound.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Schaapsound B.V. is a Dutch audiovisual systems integrator that designs, installs, and maintains sound, video, lighting, and network systems for more than 2,000 churches, funeral homes, and businesses across the Netherlands and Belgium, operating from three locations: Ridderkerk, Zwolle, and Biezelinge.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Audiovisual Systems Integration

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Backline & Musical Instrument Rental (MPAGAKAJ)

Keywords

• Church audiovisual systems
• Sound installation services
• Livestream video solutions
• LED lighting integration
• Acoustic treatment services

Headquarters

HQ city

Ridderkerk

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Audiovisual Equipment Sales and Installation: One-time sale and installation of custom audiovisual systems including sound reinforcement, video/camera systems, LED lighting, acoustic treatments, network infrastructure, and presentation equipment. Custom designed and installed per building.
2. Service and Maintenance Contracts: Recurring service contracts offering preventive maintenance, remote support, telephone helpdesk, extended warranty coverage, and discounted labor rates. The 'Ontzorgd' contract tier includes free replacement equipment. Contracts are available with various response time tiers and are marketed as providing cost predictability and minimizing downtime during critical events.
3. Remote Support and Helpdesk Services: Remote diagnostic and support services using AnyDesk remote access software. Available as part of service contracts, with after-hours emergency support for contract customers.
4. KerkBeamer Subscription: Cloud-based church presentation software sold as a subscription. Schaapsound acts as installation partner, bundling hardware procurement with the ongoing subscription revenue.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Schaapsound designs, installs, and maintains integrated audiovisual systems for churches, funeral homes/aula's, and businesses. Its core offering combines sound reinforcement, video/streaming, LED lighting, room acoustics, and network/WiFi infrastructure into turnkey projects, supported by recurring service and maintenance contracts and proprietary control software (ESD) for simplified operation by non-technical users.

Product overview

Schaapsound is a Dutch audiovisual (AV) systems integrator offering a unified portfolio of audio, video, lighting, and acoustics solutions for churches (kerken), funeral homes/aula's, and businesses. The core offering spans seven integrated solution areas: Geluidsinstallatie (sound systems), KerkTV (livestreaming/video), Verlichting (LED lighting), Presentatie (display/projection/presentation software), Netwerk/Wifi (network infrastructure), Akoestiek (room acoustics), and a broad Service/maintenance division. Key modular add-ons include Ringleiding/Auracast (hearing loop replacement), Preekondertiteling (AI-powered sermon captioning with automatic translation), Prodiz Memoria (memorial video software for funeral homes), Remote Support via AnyDesk, and a Customer Portal. Schaapsound operates as a total solutions provider, combining hardware supply, custom installation, proprietary software (ESD, KerkBeamer partnership), and ongoing service contracts. The company serves more than 2,000 churches and a growing number of funeral homes and businesses across the Netherlands and Belgium from three locations: Ridderkerk, Zwolle, and Biezelinge.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Prodiz Memoria: A product for creating personalized tributes without technical knowledge, used in funeral and memorial contexts.

Products and services

• Geluidsinstallatie (Sound Installation) Custom audio installation systems for churches and funeral venues, including loudspeakers, microphones, DSP amplifiers, and hearing loop systems. Designed for optimal speech intelligibility in acoustically challenging heritage buildings.
• KerkTV (Church TV / Livestream) Video streaming and broadcast solutions for churches and funeral homes, including controllable PTZ cameras, videomixers, the ESD proprietary control software, and integration with streaming platforms for live and on-demand services.
• Verlichting (LED Lighting Solutions) LED lighting design, supply, and installation for churches and heritage buildings, including functional, accent, and architectural lighting. Supports wireless control via Casambi and integration with Schaapsound's AV control app.
• Presentatie (Presentation Solutions) Visual presentation systems including LED displays, projectors, digital hymn boards, and KerkBeamer presentation software, integrated with Schaapsound's AV control ecosystem.
• Netwerk/WiFi (Network Infrastructure) Professional wired and wireless network infrastructure for church buildings, supporting AV equipment, security systems, and guest connectivity, including VLAN segmentation and remote management capabilities.
• Akoestiek (Room Acoustic Solutions)

Quantifiable outcome

• Optimal speech intelligibility even in churches with highly reverberant acoustics — hundreds of churches served
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 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

Integration10 records

AI capability5 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and moderate.

• Donkey MobilemajorTechnology or Integration · 9 June 2026Donkey Mobile is known for their church apps and recently merged with Kerkdienstgemist. They partner with Schaapsound on regional information evenings to present future plans and joint capabilities in the church digital ecosystem (apps, streaming, AV). Schaapsound and Donkey Mobile co-present at regional information evenings in the Netherlands.
• VKB (Vereniging voor Kerkrentmeesterlijk Beheer)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSchaapsound is an official partner of the VKB, which represents approximately 95% of all church administrators (kerkrentmeesters) within the Protestantse Kerk Nederland (PKN). VKB designates a select group of companies as partners, providing assurance of high-quality service and service delivery to its member churches. This is a flagship referral partnership covering the primary customer segment.
• Seis Akustik GmbHcoreTechnology or IntegrationLongstanding collaboration with Seis Akustik in Germany — a leading manufacturer, developer, and installer for churches. The partnership has enabled joint development of improved speaker columns and microphones for various applications, as well as digital mixing amplifiers (DSPs). This partnership dates back to around 2000 and is described as enabling 'steeds meer mogelijkheden tot gezamenlijke ontwikkeling' (increasingly more possibilities for joint development).
• Kerkdienstgemist.nlmajorTechnology or IntegrationKerkdienstgemist.nl offers a stable and future-oriented streaming platform (audio and video) for more than 2000 churches. Schaapsound has connected a large number of those churches through its installations. Recent merger with Donkey Mobile (church apps) further expands the platform's capabilities. Schaapsound actively recommends and integrates this platform for church streaming solutions.
• VTU (Vereniging Toeleveranciers Uitvaartbranche)majorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSchaapsound is a member of the VTU, the industry association for suppliers delivering to funeral directors, cemeteries, crematoria, and mortuaries. Membership provides credibility and access to the funeral home/aula customer segment.
• Kerkenplatform.nlmoderateChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCompanies represented in Kerkenplatform.nl have extensive experience and expertise in church buildings, from large monumental churches to small new-build rooms. The platform serves as a referral and credibility network for specialized church AV providers.
• Incatro Room AcousticsmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerIncatro specializes in effective solutions for troublesome reflections and excessive reverb. They offer craftsmanship with acoustic measurement and custom advice from experienced experts, with products manufactured in the Netherlands and installed by their professional team throughout the Benelux and Germany. Schaapsound works with Incatro for architectural acoustic solutions in churches.
• Geluidburo HaarlemmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpecialist in room acoustics. Provides expert advice for new construction, renovation, or reorganization of church spaces, with a unique guarantee on results. Successfully advised many churches regarding room and electro acoustics. Schaapsound refers customers for acoustic consulting and partners on comprehensive church projects.
• CLS LEDmajorTechnology or IntegrationLeading Dutch manufacturer of LED lighting. Schaapsound works closely with CLS LED on lighting projects for churches, developing custom lighting plans using CLS products. CLS LED is a key technology partner for Schaapsound's LED lighting solutions, particularly for heritage church buildings where fixtures need to be subtle yet high quality.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Broad incumbents

• Sennheiser: Global pro-audio manufacturer of wireless microphone systems widely used in churches. Sennheiser competes in microphone specifications that are core to Schaapsound's church installations.
• Biamp Systems: US-based DSP and pro-audio manufacturer with broad European channel presence. Biamp competes with Xilica, QSC, and BSS for church audio processing specifications and is increasingly relevant to networked house-of-worship installs.
• Bosch Security and Safety Systems: Parent of Electro-Voice and Dynacord, both major church-audio brands. Bosch competes with HARMAN, Biamp, and Fohhn for inclusion in church and house-of-worship AV specifications across Europe.
• QSC (Q-SYS): US pro-audio and AV-control platform (Q-SYS) with growing European footprint in houses of worship. QSC competes for DSP and control-layer specification in church AV projects alongside Biamp and Xilica.
• HARMAN Professional Solutions: Global pro-audio and AV giant (JBL, Crown, BSS, AMX) whose loudspeakers and DSPs are routinely specified in church installations. While not a direct integrator competitor, HARMAN shapes the product ecosystem Schaapsound integrates and competes for end-customer mindshare.
• Yamaha Pro Audio: Global pro-audio manufacturer of mixing consoles, speakers, and DSP used across houses of worship. Yamaha competes for church-AV specifications against HARMAN, Bosch, and Biamp.

Direct peers

• Seis Akustik GmbH: German church audio specialist and Schaapsound's long-standing technology partner. Both firms focus on speech-intelligibility solutions in acoustically challenging houses of worship and collaborate on DSP-based speakers and microphones, making Seis Akustik the closest niche counterpart.
• Fohhn Audio AG: German pro-audio manufacturer whose digitally steerable speakers are installed by Schaapsound in Dutch churches. Fohhn addresses the same houses-of-worship sound-reinforcement niche and competes for specification in church-AV project bids across Europe.

Emerging players

• DPA Microphones: Danish premium microphone manufacturer whose products are specified by Schaapsound for high-end church and funeral installations. DPA competes in the specialty microphone segment alongside Sennheiser and Shure.
• Xilica: Canadian DSP manufacturer whose touchscreen-based Solaro/FR series is specified by Schaapsound in many church installs. Xilica is a smaller, more focused alternative to Biamp/QSC for house-of-worship audio processing.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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