The Equipson Group has announced its acquisition of Musicson, Spain’s oldest manufacturer of loudspeakers and professional audio solutions.
The move enables Equipson to expand the development of its large format loudspeaker enclosures by capitalising on Musicson’s historic legacy and extensive manufacturing and R&D experience. It also reaffirms Equipson’s commitment to create high quality professional audio products that are entirely manufactured in Spain.
‘This acquisition fits perfectly with Equipson’s long-term plan to invest in the people, infrastructure and technology needed to create effective and high quality solutions for the professional audio market,’ says Equipson Group CEO, Juan Jose Vila. ‘Prior to setting up Equipson, my father, José Luis Vila, was Musicson’s sales manager for more than 30 years. As family-owned companies, both are renowned for their high levels of customer service and are committed to providing comprehensive and immediate support.’
Based in Valencia, Musicson was established in 1965 by Joaquin Benavent Pérez with the aim of developing the highest-quality professional sound equipment. The company, which has its own in-house engineering, woodworking and electronics departments, will move all employees to the new facilities located next to the Equipson facilities. Additional staff will also be recruited to boost production and manufacturing.
Known for its extensive range of large-format loudspeaker enclosures, Musicson is the only brand in the world to use wooden waveguides, which it claims gives products a warm and natural sound. Unlike many of its competitors, Musicson also manufactures its own loudspeakers and compression drivers, which allows it to maintain full control of its most critical components, thus elevating the quality of its products above market standards.
Musicson’s product roster includes sound systems for a large number of applications, from concert halls, live, touring, festivals and auditoria to theatres, clubs, bars and restaurants.
‘As the granddaughter of Musicson’s founder and daughter of its CEO, I am very excited about this acquisition, which heralds a new chapter for the company,’ says Musicson Brand Manager), Ana Benavent. ‘I am confident that, as part of the Equipson Group, we can take this legendary brand and project it into the future without compromising the passion for authentic sound.’
A new brand identity has already been created for Musicson, and this will soon be followed by the launch of a new website.
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