Published on  
January 22, 2025

EAV Group Acquires KAINAUDIO GmbH — strengthening its Position in the DACH Market

In January 2025, the EAV Group completed the acquisition of KAINAUDIO GmbH, representing a pivotal advancement in its growth strategy and significantly enhancing its position within the DACH market. KAINAUDIO, based in Salzburg with an office in Vienna, serves as a distributor for esteemed global brands, including JBL, CROWN, BSS, SOUNDCRAFT, TELEVIC, LISTEN TECHNOLOGIES, DATEQ, BIAMP, and SHURE through a network of qualified partners.

Strategic Importance

The assimilation of KAINAUDIO into the EAV Group is expected to enlarge the distribution network throughout Austria substantially. Christoph Keller, Managing Director and Chief Commercial Officer of the EAV Group, stated:

"This acquisition fortifies our market presence in the DACH region. We anticipate a productive collaboration in sales, logistics, service, and marketing, which will facilitate the development of innovative solutions and further enhance our market position."

The EAV Group acknowledges the considerable potential associated with strategically significant brands. The mutual exchange of ideas and best practices between the entities is viewed as a catalyst for both innovation and growth.

Future Prospects

Christian Kain, Chief Executive Officer of KAINAUDIO GmbH, who will continue to oversee the business operations, expressed optimism regarding the partnership:

"After over 33 successful years as an entrepreneur, I am genuinely enthusiastic about collaborating with EAV Group, which presents new opportunities for us and sustainably strengthens our market presence. Together, we can leverage our expertise more effectively and provide our customers with an expanded array of products and services."

Through this acquisition, the EAV Group welcomes a team of professionals whose expertise is considered a valuable enhancement. The group believes this expansion will yield long-term advantages for all stakeholders and further solidify its status as a premier provider of professional audio, video, and control solutions.

"We are pleased to welcome the KAINAUDIO team to the EAV Group family and extend our gratitude to our new colleagues for embarking on this exciting journey with us. We are confident that the enhancement of our team will introduce new perspectives and innovative ideas to our organization,"

added Christoph Keller.

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About KAINAUDIO GmbH

KAINAUDIO, established in 1963, is a prominent distributor of professional audio technology in Austria. The firm offers extensive expertise in professional sound systems and designs comprehensive audio solutions for various applications. Notable references include the Bregenz Festival, the Salzburg Festival, the Raimund Theatre, the Ronacher, and the Vienna University of Economics and Business.

As "Your Partner in Sound," KAINAUDIO emphasizes customer orientation, technical proficiency, and exceptional support—from project planning through maintenance. With a seasoned team and a commitment to high-quality branded products, the company sets benchmarks within the Austrian audio industry.

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