What Dolphin does

Dolphin Audio operates as a direct-to-consumer e-commerce brand specializing in consumer audio equipment, sold exclusively through its own Shopify-hosted website at dolphinaudio.com with no disclosed presence on third-party marketplaces or in physical retail. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, and serves a mix of party enthusiasts, DJs and event professionals, karaoke users, and B2B/wholesale buyers. It maintains a social media presence on Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, and offers worldwide shipping alongside a 1-year warranty and 30-day return policy.

The product portfolio spans approximately 53 SKUs across multiple sub-brands covering differentiated price tiers and use cases, including PartySpeaker, KnightWave, BoxParty, ELITE, Diver, Soundbyte, LUX, BassTower, KaraokeBox, PartyMic, CLP, MAMMOTH, and TILT. Pricing ranges from $29.99 at the entry-level to $1,999.00 at the top of the catalog, with product categories including Bluetooth party speakers, soundbars, wireless microphones, and karaoke machines. Notable technical feature brands include WaveSync (multi-unit wireless pairing), X-BASS (bass enhancement), IPX-rated waterproofing, and LED light synchronization. Recent additions include the KnightWave 5500 flagship, the PartyMic wireless microphone line, the BoxParty MDF series, the BassTower 10R column-array system, the LUX 220 portable boombox, and the DIVER Max DRX-100.

The business model is unit-based DTC e-commerce, supplemented by a B2B/wholesale program. Revenue mechanics derive from one-off hardware sales across the price spectrum, with margin and pricing control preserved by avoiding marketplace intermediaries. The company has not disclosed funding history, headcount, revenue, or management team; its competitive positioning rests on SKU breadth, proprietary feature branding, and direct customer engagement rather than patented technology or platform-scale advantages.

Name

Dolphin

Legal name

Dolphin

Website

https://dolphinaudio.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Dolphin Audio is a direct-to-consumer e-commerce brand selling consumer audio equipment including Bluetooth speakers, wireless microphones, karaoke machines, and soundbars through its own website, serving party enthusiasts, DJs, karaoke users, and B2B/wholesale buyers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Dolphin generates revenue through one-time hardware sales of audio products including party speakers, portable Bluetooth speakers, karaoke machines, microphones, and professional audio equipment. All products are sold as outright purchases with no subscription component. Revenue is generated per transaction with pricing ranging from entry-level speakers at $29.99 to premium karaoke systems at $1,999.00.

Pricing tiers

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Core offering

Dolphin designs, brands, and sells portable Bluetooth party speakers, karaoke systems, wireless microphones, and professional audio equipment through its direct-to-consumer e-commerce storefront at dolphinaudio.com. The catalog spans roughly 53 SKUs across product lines including BoxParty, TILT, KnightWave, ELITE, MAMMOTH, Karaokebox, PartyMic, LUX, Diver, Soundbyte, CLIP, and CLP, with prices ranging from $29.99 entry-level portable speakers to $1,999.00 premium karaoke systems. All products are sold as one-time hardware purchases with no subscription component.

Product overview

Dolphin is an online electronics retailer specializing in portable audio equipment, primarily Bluetooth speakers, microphones, and karaoke systems. The product portfolio is organized into distinct lines: Party Speakers (TILT, BoxParty series) for portable party entertainment; XL Speakers (KnightWave series) for larger events; Professional/Elite Speakers for DJs and musicians; Karaoke Speakers (Karaokebox/KaraokeBox series) as all-in-one karaoke systems; Microphones (PartyMic series) including wireless and wired options; and Boombox/Compact Speakers (LUX, Diver, Soundbyte, CLIP, CLP series) for portable everyday use. Key technologies across products include Bluetooth connectivity, WaveSync for speaker pairing, waterproof IPX ratings, LED lighting effects, and rechargeable batteries. The company offers a 1-year warranty and 30-day return policy.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PartySpeaker: Party speaker product line
• KnightWave
• BoxParty
• ELITE
• Diver
• Soundbyte
• LUX
• BassTower
• KaraokeBox
• PartyMic
• CLP
• MAMMOTH
• TILT
• WaveSync
• X-BASS

Products and services

• Party Speakers (BoxParty and TILT series) Portable Bluetooth party speakers with LED lighting, rechargeable batteries, and X-Bass/WaveSync features, designed for backyard parties, outdoor gatherings, and small-to-medium events. Models include TILT 885 ($149.99), BoxParty 210, BoxParty 212 ($239.00), BoxParty 2100, BoxParty 1070, BoxParty 18, BoxParty 2080, BoxParty 2120, BoxParty 3112, BoxParty MDF 2250, and BoxParty MDF 3210. Target buyer: party enthusiasts, event hosts, and casual consumers.
• XL Speakers (KnightWave series) High-power XL Bluetooth speakers with large woofers (12-18 inch), up to 160W output, IPX6 waterproofing, removable batteries, RGB lights, and WaveSync pairing, designed for larger events and professional use. Models include KnightWave 5500 ($449.00 / $599.00), KnightWave 5200, and KnightWave 1800 (100W RMS with 18-inch woofer and Bluetooth 5.1). Target buyer: DJs, event professionals, and large-party consumers.
• Professional Speakers (ELITE and MAMMOTH series) Professional-grade speakers with XLR inputs, dual high-power woofers, WaveSync technology, and syncable LED lights, designed for DJs, musicians, and demanding audio applications. Models include ELITE 280 ($479.00), ELITE 2115 ($259.00), ELITE 290 (dual 15-inch woofers, 200W RMS), and MAMMOTH 175 ($549.00). Target buyer: professional DJs, musicians, and event production professionals.
• Karaoke Systems (Karaokebox series) All-in-one karaoke speaker systems that integrate speakers with wireless microphones and vocal enhancement controls. Models include Karaokebox 2120 ($999.00), Karaokebox 4120 ($1,999.00), Karaokebox 2100R, KaraokeBox 380, KaraokeBox 500, and KaraokeBox 85R. Target buyer: karaoke enthusiasts, home users, and small-venue operators.
• Microphones (PartyMic series) Wireless and wired microphones including professional dynamic, UHF dual wireless, and entry-level wired models. Models include PartyMic 30 (professional dynamic Bluetooth), PartyMic 20 (UHF dual wireless, 100+ feet range), PartyMic 11 (UHF wireless with USB-C and 50-channel switching), and PartyMic 10 (wired). Target buyer: karaoke users, vocalists, and event hosts needing standalone microphone purchases.
• Boombox and Compact Speakers (LUX, Diver, Soundbyte, CLIP, CLP series) Portable, waterproof Bluetooth speakers in compact boombox and clip form factors with LED lighting, Bluetooth 5.0/5.3, and rechargeable batteries. Models include LUX 220 (IPX5, 30W RMS), LUX 60 Camo (IPX6, 30W), Diver 60, Diver 50, Diver 30 (15W), DIVER 15, DIVER Max DRX-100 (160W, IPX6), Soundbyte 20, Soundbyte 10, Soundbyte 100 (with power bank), CLIP 10 (and 2-PACK), and CLP-150. Target buyer: individual consumers needing portable everyday audio for travel, fitness, beach, and outdoor use.
• Column Array Speakers (BassTower series) Rechargeable HiFi column array speakers delivering 200W RMS sound with deep bass, LED lighting, and dual microphone and guitar inputs. Models include BassTower 10R. Target buyer: performers, event hosts, and venues requiring column-array sound dispersion.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products provide 7+ hours of continuous playback on a single charge for larger party speakers (e.g., BoxParty 2120 with 7000mAh battery)
• +1 more outcomes

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Technology focussed No

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Broad incumbents

• JBL (Harman International): The dominant portable Bluetooth and party-speaker brand globally (PartyBox line). Comparable because JBL competes head-to-head with Dolphin's BoxParty/KnightWave products in the same buyer occasions (parties, outdoor events) at overlapping price points.
• Bose: Premium audio incumbent with portable Bluetooth speakers (SoundLink Flex, etc.). Comparable in the portable Bluetooth category but operates at a much higher price tier and brand premium; less direct overlap in the party/LED-lit segment.
• Sony: Diversified audio incumbent with portable Bluetooth speakers (SRS-XB series) and party-style offerings. Comparable in Bluetooth portable category though Sony's portfolio extends well beyond speakers.

Direct peers

• ION Audio: A specialist in portable party speakers, karaoke systems, and block-rocker style audio gear sold through major US retailers. Most directly comparable peer — same form factors, same buyer use cases (tailgating, block parties), and overlapping mid-tier price points.
• Soundcore (Anker Innovations): DTC-first portable Bluetooth speaker brand with strong social media marketing motion. Highly comparable because Soundcore and Dolphin compete for the same online buyer with similar LED-lit, waterproof, bass-forward feature positioning.
• Pyle USA: Direct-to-consumer brand offering portable PA speakers, karaoke systems, and party speakers at value-oriented price points. Comparable product mix (PA/party/karaoke) and similar distribution through Amazon and own website.
• Altec Lansing: Heritage portable audio brand with current lineup of waterproof Bluetooth speakers and party speakers. Comparable form factors and target use cases, with similar mid-tier price positioning.
• Gemini Sound: DJ and pro-audio equipment brand selling portable PA systems and party speakers with LED lighting. Comparable because Gemini's portable PA/karaoke line directly overlaps with Dolphin's KnightWave and ELITE professional products.
• Rockville: DTC-leaning audio brand selling party speakers, karaoke systems, and pro audio at value-to-mid price tiers. Strong comparable on product range, pricing architecture, and online-first distribution.
• Singing Machine: Specialist in all-in-one karaoke systems for home use. Comparable because Singing Machine competes directly with Dolphin's KaraokeBox line for the same home karaoke buyer.

Market position

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Weaknesses5 records

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Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@DolphinAudio
• Facebookfacebook.com/DolphinAudio
• Instagraminstagram.com/dolphinaudio
• TikToktiktok.com/@houseofdolphin
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/general-sound-company

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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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