About TV & Audiovisual Products sector in United Kingdom
The TV & Audiovisual Products sector in United Kingdom comprises 224 companies, including 9 funded companies having collectively raised $63M in venture capital money and private equity. Out of these, 10 are Series A+ funded.
TV & Audiovisual Products sector in United Kingdom has seen 7 acquisitions and 3 IPOs. This represents almost 4.5% of all such companies - which is higher than the 4.0% exit rate of tech companies in general.
This sector includes companies designing and marketing television sets, audiovisual products and accessories (stands, mounts, antennas, cables) labelled by their own brand.
TV & Audiovisual Products sector is also known as TV & Audiovisual Products Solutions, Advanced TV & Audiovisual Products or Digital TV & Audiovisual Products.
Companies designing and marketing TVs, DVD /Bluray players, MP3 players, home radios, audio products such as speakers, headphones, microphones, DVRs, streaming & casting devices and accessories for these products are included in this sector. Companies that primarily manufacture or market professional AV equipment, cameras and video recorders, digital storage devices such as CDs, gaming hardware, home & kitchen appliances, cable/DTH service providers, TV & audiovisual products maintenance and repair service companies, contract manufacturers of TV & audiovisual products, retailers and distributors of TV & audiovisual products are excluded.
Top TV & Audiovisual Products Companies in United Kingdom
There are 224 TV & Audiovisual Products startups in United Kingdom which include Bowers & Wilkins, Marshall, KEF, Cambridge Audio, Rega. Out of these, 9 startups are funded, with 10 having secured Series A+ funding.
Over the past 10 years, an average of 2 new companies have been launched annually. Notably, several of these startups have been founded by alumni of Imperial College London.
Here is the list of top TV & Audiovisual Products startups in United Kingdom
Manufacturer of high-end audio equipment for home and automotive use. The company designs and produces loudspeakers, headphones, soundbars, and integrated in-vehicle audio systems. Products utilize advanced acoustic technologies and high-quality materials. A focus on accurate and realistic sound reproduction is central to the design philosophy. The company also collaborates with other luxury brands to develop bespoke audio solutions for their products.
Key facts about Bowers & Wilkins
- Founded Year: 1965
- Location: Worthing (United Kingdom)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $57.6M
- Investors: Caledonia Private Capital, Summit Partners and 3 Others
- Latest Funding Round: PE, Dec 09, 2011, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 74/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 521 Competitors
2. Marshall
Manufacturer of audio equipment including amplifiers speakers and personal headphones. It is a consumer audio company that designs and sells speakers, headphones, and other audio products. The product range includes guitar amplifiers, home audio speakers, portable speakers, and various styles of headphones and earbuds. Additional offerings include music records, apparel, and branded lifestyle accessories.
Key facts about Marshall
- Founded Year: 1962
- Location: Bletchley (United Kingdom)
- Stage: Acquired
- Investors: Backstage and Altor Equity Partners
- Tracxn Score: 65/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 7 of 656 Competitors
3. KEF
Manufacturer of high-fidelity audio speakers and headphones. The company designs and produces a range of speakers and headphones, encompassing wireless and wired options, with a focus on delivering accurate and immersive sound reproduction. Their product line includes subwoofers to enhance low-frequency response. The company utilizes innovative technologies in its products, aiming for superior audio quality across various listening experiences.
Key facts about KEF
- Founded Year: 1961
- Location: Maidstone (United Kingdom)
- Stage: Acquired
- Investors: Equistone Partners Europe
- Tracxn Score: 49/100 What is this?
Key facts about Cambridge Audio
- Founded Year: 1968
- Location: London (United Kingdom)
- Stage: Unfunded
- Tracxn Score: 46/100 What is this?
5. Rega
Manufacturer of high fidelity audio equipment including turntables and amplifiers. Products include phono stages, CD players, digital to analog converters, loudspeakers, cartridges, and tonearms. These audio components are designed and assembled for playback systems.
Key facts about Rega
- Founded Year: 1973
- Location: Southend on Sea (United Kingdom)
- Stage: Unfunded
- Tracxn Score: 44/100 What is this?
Companies founded year-on-year in the TV & Audiovisual Products sector in United Kingdom
7 TV & Audiovisual Products startups in United Kingdom were founded in 2017 - this is the most number of startups founded in any year in the last 10 years.
- Total Number of Companies
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2026 | - |
2025 | 1 |
2024 | - |
2023 | 1 |
2022 | - |
2021 | 1 |
2020 | 3 |
2019 | 2 |
2018 | 5 |
2017 | 7 |
Stage-wise distribution of TV & Audiovisual Products sector companies in United Kingdom
Out of the total 224 TV & Audiovisual Products companies in United Kingdom, 9 have secured funding. Among them, 10 have reached Series A or higher, and 10 to Series B or beyond.
Founded - 224
Funded - 9
Series A+ - 10
Series B+ - 10
Series C+ - 10
Company Stage | No. of companies |
|---|---|
Founded | 224 |
Funded | 9 |
Series A+ | 10 |
Series B+ | 10 |
Series C+ | 10 |
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Funding Trends in the TV & Audiovisual Products sector in United Kingdom
Total funding year-on-year in the TV & Audiovisual Products sector in United Kingdom
The TV & Audiovisual Products sector in United Kingdom saw a total funding of more than $63M in the last 10 years. The most amount of funding was in 2011 at more than $38.1M.
- Total Funding
Year | Total Funding |
|---|---|
2024 | $2.33M |
2023 | - |
2020 | $648K |
2018 | $1.1M |
Recent Funding Rounds in TV & Audiovisual Products in United Kingdom
In the year 2023, till November 2023, TV & Audiovisual Products companies in United Kingdom have raised equity funding across 2 rounds.
Here are some recent, important funding rounds in TV & Audiovisual Products companies in United Kingdom:
Company | Round Raised | Amount Raised | Funding Date | Investors |
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Seed | 3851 | Nov 30, 2023 | and 1 more | |
Seed | 4236 | May 18, 2023 | ||
Seed | 6419 | Feb 20, 2020 | ||
Seed | 6011 | Feb 19, 2020 | ||
Seed | 2194 | Aug 06, 2015 |
Top Investors in TV & Audiovisual Products in United Kingdom
Plug and Play Tech Center is the top investor in TV & Audiovisual Products companies in United Kingdom based on number of companies invested.
Here are some top investors in TV & Audiovisual Products companies in United Kingdom:
Investor | Location | Top Portfolio Companies |
|---|---|---|
Sunnyvale (United States) | - | |
Boston (United States) | - | |
London (United Kingdom) | - | |
Glasgow (United Kingdom) | ||
New York City (United States) | - |
M&A activity in TV & Audiovisual Products sector in United Kingdom
In the year 2025, till May 2025, 2 acquisitions happened in TV & Audiovisual Products sector in United Kingdom.
Here are some recent, important acquisitions in TV & Audiovisual Products sector in United Kingdom:
Company | Acquisition Type | Acquisition Date | Acquirers |
|---|---|---|---|
Business Acquisition | May 07, 2025 | ||
Business Acquisition | Jan 23, 2025 | ||
Business Acquisition | Mar 30, 2023 | ||
Business Acquisition | Sep 22, 2022 | ||
Business Acquisition | Oct 13, 2020 |
Acquisition trends in TV & Audiovisual Products sector in United Kingdom
Here are the acquisition trends in TV & Audiovisual Products sector in United Kingdom:
- Total Number of Acquisitions
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2026 | - |
2025 | 2 |
2024 | - |
2023 | 1 |
2022 | 1 |
2021 | - |
2020 | 1 |
2019 | - |
2018 | - |
2017 | - |
Top News in TV & Audiovisual Products in United Kingdom
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Marshall Releases New Color Options for Kilburn III, Monitor III ANC, and Emberton III SpeakersNotebookcheck Publishing GmbH•Sep 09, 2026•Marshall
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Bowers & Wilkins Launches 800 Series Diamond D5 High-End SpeakersGizmodo Japan•Aug 28, 2026•Bowers & Wilkins
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KEF Speakers Integrate with Crestron Home via New Certified DriversResidential Systems•Aug 26, 2026•KEF
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Marshall unveils Acton IV and Stanmore IV speakers with improved sound and turntable supportNotebookcheck Publishing GmbH•Jul 08, 2026•Marshall
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Bowers & Wilkins Launches 805 D5 Flagship Speakers with Diamond Tweeter for $15,000Notebookcheck Publishing GmbH•Jun 04, 2026•Bowers & Wilkins
