Spitfire Audio
Acquisition in 2025
Spitfire Audio is a British music technology company that specializes in creating high-quality sample libraries and virtual instruments. The company collaborates with leading composers, artists, and engineers to develop innovative musical tools designed to enhance the creative process for musicians. Spitfire Audio's offerings include orchestral music albums and virtual instruments that allow composers and directors to access extensive music libraries. This enables them to produce orchestral music and explore a wide range of sounds, facilitating the composition and recording of music with a professional touch.
Superpowered
Acquisition in 2020
Superpowered, established in 2013, specializes in developing an interactive audio platform for diverse devices and operating systems. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, the company offers a modular, cross-platform SDK for Android, iOS, and wearable devices, featuring advanced audio playback, decoding, effects, input/output, streaming, encryption, music analysis, and spatial/3D audio capabilities. Superpowered's platform optimizes CPU usage, enabling high-quality audio experiences across multiple devices with fewer resources. As of 2020, Superpowered operates as a subsidiary of Distributed Creation Inc.
Indaba Media
Acquisition in 2018
Indaba Media, LLC operates an innovative online platform that connects a diverse community of musicians, from hobbyists to Grammy winners. Founded in 2005 and based in New York, the company provides a range of tools and services designed to support musicians at various stages of their careers. These services encompass networking, education, production, promotion, and distribution, enabling users to collaborate on music projects, showcase their work, and build their musical resumes. The platform allows musicians to interact with one another, share creative briefs, and receive feedback, fostering a vibrant community. Indaba Media has facilitated the creation of music for prominent artists and has partnered with major brands for licensing opportunities. Additionally, it launched the Rubber Tracks Sample Library in collaboration with Converse, offering a collection of royalty-free audio samples recorded at their studios. This extensive network and resource base have made Indaba Media a significant player in the music industry, enhancing the creative landscape for millions of musicians worldwide.