Save Diffusion

What Save Diffusion does

Save Diffusion is a privately-held French distributor and rental provider of professional radio and broadcast audio equipment, headquartered at 23 rue de la Talaudière in Saint-Étienne. The company sells and rents mixing consoles, FM broadcast transmitters and antennas, audio codecs, RDS/RBDS encoders, audio monitoring systems, wireless microphones, and AM/FM tuners to radio stations and broadcast facilities across France, with a portfolio of over 30 represented international brands including Wheatstone, Audioarts, Elenos, DEVA, Audemat, AEQ, Lawo, Yamaha, Tieline, Allen & Heath, Soundcraft, and Marantz Professional. The company complements distribution with value-added services such as custom microphone windscreens and branded flags, a dedicated client portal (Espace Client) for after-sales support, and participation in industry events like the European Radio Show.

Save Diffusion operates a quote-based direct sales model targeting professional radio and broadcast customers, consistent with high-capex project sales typical of broadcast infrastructure procurement. The company is small (1-10 employees), privately held, and shows no evidence of external funding or institutional investors in the available data. Its go-to-market relies on direct sales, an established brand portfolio, a client portal for ongoing service, and industry trade show presence. The company also operates a 'Destockage' (clearance/promotions) section and a 'Location' (rental) service line, indicating secondary revenue streams around discounted inventory and short-term equipment rental. Revenue is generated primarily through hardware resale, with pricing not publicly disclosed and most products sold on a project-by-project quotation basis.

Name

Save Diffusion

Legal name

Save Diffusion

Website

https://savediffusion.fr

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Save Diffusion is a Saint-Étienne-based French distributor and rental provider of professional radio and broadcast audio equipment, representing over 30 international brands (Wheatstone, Elenos, DEVA, AEQ, Lawo, etc.) and serving radio stations and broadcast facilities across France through direct, quote-based sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Broadcast Equipment Distribution

SIC

Wholesale-Professional & Commercial Equipment & Supplies (5040)

akta.pro primary industry

Pro Audio Equipment (Mics, Interfaces, Mixers, Studio Monitors) (MPAIAJAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Audio & Communications Equipment Rental (MPADAFAC)

Keywords

• Broadcast equipment distribution
• Radio mixing consoles
• FM broadcast transmitters
• RDS encoders
• Professional audio codecs

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint-Étienne

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Equipment Distribution: Save Diffusion distributes professional radio and broadcast equipment from multiple international brands to radio stations and broadcast facilities in France. Revenue is generated through the sale of mixing consoles, transmitters, antennas, codecs, RDS encoders, tuners, and related broadcast equipment.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

Save Diffusion distributes and rents professional radio and broadcast audio equipment from over 30 international brands (Wheatstone, Audioarts, Elenos, DEVA, Audemat, AEQ, Lawo, Yamaha, Tieline, Allen & Heath, Soundcraft, Marantz, Apart Audio, etc.). The company sells mixing consoles, FM transmitters and antennas, RDS encoders, audio codecs, wireless microphone systems, AM/FM tuners, and custom broadcast accessories to radio stations and broadcast facilities in France.

Product overview

Save Diffusion is a professional radio and broadcast equipment distributor based in Saint-Étienne, France, representing a comprehensive portfolio of broadcast equipment manufacturers. The company offers mixing consoles (including Wheatstone, Audioarts, Lawo, Yamaha, Allen & Heath, Soundcraft, and RAMI brands), audio codecs (Tieline), FM transmitters and antennas (Elenos), RDS encoders (Audemat and DEVA), wireless microphone systems and monitoring equipment (AEQ), and broadcast tuners (Marantz and Apart Audio). Save Diffusion functions as a value-added distributor providing equipment sales, technical consultation, and after-sales support for radio stations and broadcast facilities throughout France.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Wheatstone Broadcast Consoles (L-12, LX-24, LXE, E-1, L-8) Professional IP-based radio broadcast mixing consoles with WheatNet-IP network integration, available in various sizes from compact (E-1, L-8) to full-scale production configurations (LX-24) for radio stations and broadcast facilities.
• Audioarts Consoles (IP-16, IP-12, AIR-4, AIR-1, AIR-5, D-76, R-55E) Modular radio consoles compatible with WheatNet-IP intelligent network, offering solutions from compact newsroom setups to full broadcast operations.
• Elenos FM Broadcast Transmitters (E2000 M, E3000) FM broadcast amplifiers featuring Philips Mosfet BLF278 technology with modular RF design and PFC-equipped power supplies for reduced harmonic emissions, for 2kW and 3kW FM transmission.
• Elenos Broadcast Antennas (AKY, AKK, AKG series) Broadband directional and omnidirectional antennas for FM broadcast transmission, constructed with hot-dipped galvanized steel and PTFE insulators.
• AEQ Wireless Systems (LIVE 10, LIVE 20, ARROW 50) Wireless microphone systems and portable audio links operating in VHF/UHF frequencies with switchable channels and lithium-ion battery support for broadcast and remote applications.
• AEQ Monitoring Equipment (AM03, AM04, Listener 8) Audio confidence monitors and spectrum monitoring systems for broadcast control rooms, VTR rooms, and OB vans supporting analog, AES/EBU digital, and SDI embedded audio.
• Audemat RDS Encoders (FMB-50, FMB-80) Dynamic RDS encoders with TCP/IP connectivity supporting all RDS functions including PS, RT, PTY, AF, and RT+ for radio broadcast data transmission.
• DEVA RDS Encoders (SmartGen Micro, Mini, 3.1, 4.1, 5.0, 6.0) RDS/RBDS encoders ranging from basic compact units to fully-featured models with UECP compatibility, LAN/USB/RS-232 connectivity, and support for TMC/EWS services.
• Marantz ST6003 Pro AM/FM RDS Tuner Professional AM/FM RDS tuner with frequency range 50-15kHz, 75dB signal-to-noise ratio mono, and comprehensive RDS reception capabilities.
• Apart Audio PR1000R AM/FM Tuner 1U rackmount AM/FM tuner with adaptive noise suppression, galvanically separated antenna connectors, and IR remote control capability.
• RAMI COMPACT II Console French-manufactured professional radio mixing console using VCA technology for superior audio quality without signal degradation through potentiometers or switching.
• Allen & Heath XB-14 Broadcast Console Broadcast console with two-stage pre-amp design offering 69dB gain range, telephone communication channels, fader start logic, and USB connectivity for PC/MAC integration.
• Lawo z4 Production Console Versatile production console for broadcast studios and outside broadcast operations featuring mic/line inputs, AES inputs, Ethernet router connectivity, and built-in EQ, compressor, and de-esser.
• Wheatstone E-1 IP Control Surface Compact IP control surface for WheatNet-IP network with integrated LCD monitor, 99 show presets, programmable soft switches, and per-channel mix-minus outputs.
• Yamaha MG Series Analog Mixers Portable analog mixers with Neutrik connectors, phantom power, built-in compressors, and varying channel configurations for small production and live sound applications.
• Yamaha Digital Consoles (TF1, 02R96 VCM, DM1000 VCM, DM2000 VCM) Digital mixing consoles ranging from compact TF1 to professional DM2000 VCM with 96kHz audio, surround monitoring, and extensive DSP processing capabilities.
• Soundcraft EPM Series Mixers Multi-format analog mixers available in 6, 8, and 12 channel versions with GB30 mic preamps, 3-band EQ with swept mid, and LED output metering.
• Tieline VIA Audio Codec Wireless remote broadcast audio codec establishing new standards for remote transmission with wireless connectivity capabilities.
• Custom Broadcast Windscreens and Flags (Bonnettes personnalisées) Custom-made microphone windscreens and station flags/branding accessories for radio broadcast applications.
• Broadcast Equipment Rental (Location) Rental service for professional radio and broadcast equipment to support temporary production needs, events, and short-term projects.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• WheatstonecoreTechnology or IntegrationWheatstone is a key brand represented by Save Diffusion, offering professional radio mixing consoles including the L-12, LXE, LX-24, E-1, and L-8 models. These are IP-based control surfaces and consoles for radio broadcast applications.
• AudioartscoreTechnology or IntegrationAudioarts (a Wheatstone company) is distributed by Save Diffusion, offering radio mixing consoles including IP-16, IP-12, Air-4, Air-1, Air-5, D-76, and R-55E models for broadcast applications.
• ElenoscoreTechnology or IntegrationElenos manufactures FM broadcast transmitters and antennas distributed by Save Diffusion, including the E2000 M (2kW), E3000 (3kW) amplifiers and various directional and omnidirectional antennas.
• DEVAcoreTechnology or IntegrationDEVA produces RDS/RBDS encoders (SmartGen series) and broadcast monitoring equipment distributed by Save Diffusion for FM radio station services.
• AudematcoreTechnology or IntegrationAudemat (Aztec) manufactures RDS encoders including the FMB-50 and FMB-80 models distributed by Save Diffusion for FM broadcast applications.
• AEQcoreTechnology or IntegrationAEQ provides audio monitoring equipment, wireless microphones (LIVE series), and portable audio links (ARROW series) distributed by Save Diffusion for broadcast applications.
• LawocoreTechnology or IntegrationLawo manufactures professional broadcast mixing consoles including the z4 model, distributed by Save Diffusion for radio broadcast and production applications.
• Tieline TechnologycoreTechnology or IntegrationTieline Technology manufactures audio codecs for remote broadcast transmission, including the VIA codec, distributed by Save Diffusion for remote audio links.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Broadcast Solutions Group: German-based broadcast systems integrator and distributor of professional radio/TV broadcast equipment. Highly comparable as a European broadcast equipment channel partner serving radio and OB customers across multiple vendor portfolios.
• AEQ: Spanish manufacturer of broadcast consoles, audio codecs, and wireless microphone systems. Directly comparable as a vendor Save Diffusion represents, with overlapping product lines in broadcast consoles and audio links.
• BW Broadcast: UK manufacturer of FM transmitters, audio processors, and RDS encoders. Comparable product overlap with Save Diffusion's Elenos/DEVA/Audemat distribution lines, in the same transmitter and RDS categories.
• Comrex: US manufacturer of audio codecs and remote broadcast equipment (e.g., BRIC-Link, Opal). Comparable product category in broadcast codecs and overlapping use cases in remote radio contribution.
• WorldCast Systems: French-headquartered manufacturer of FM transmitters, RDS encoders, and broadcast monitoring equipment. Comparable as a fellow French player in the same product categories (transmitters, RDS, monitoring) that Save Diffusion distributes.
• Glensound: UK manufacturer of broadcast audio equipment including commentators' units, audio mixers, and headphone amplifiers. Comparable as a European pro-broadcast audio specialist with overlapping customer segments (radio, OB, studios).
• AVT Audio Video Technologies: German manufacturer of RDS encoders, audio codecs, and broadcast monitoring equipment. Comparable on product category overlap (RDS, codecs, monitoring) with Save Diffusion's distributed portfolio.
• Sonifex: UK-based manufacturer of professional broadcast audio equipment including audio interfaces, talkback, and monitors. Comparable as a European broadcast audio specialist operating in overlapping product categories.

Others

• Tieline Technology: Australian manufacturer of audio codecs for remote broadcast (VIA, Merlin, Bridge-IT). Listed as a Save Diffusion partner/vendor rather than competitor, but relevant ecosystem peer given shared end-customers in radio broadcasting.

Regional players

• Digigram: French-headquartered audio technology company focused on professional audio IP codecs and sound cards for broadcast. Comparable as a fellow French player serving broadcasters with audio networking and codec products.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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