Biamp, ClearOne Execs Offer Further Clarity on Acquisition

November 3, 2025-Michael Sparks
Biamp has announced the acquisition of select assets from ClearOne, marking a strategic move to bolster its audio engineering foundation and accelerate future product innovation.

Biamp Expands Innovation Through ClearOne Asset Acquisition

A major shift in the audiovisual industry is underway as Biamp acquires select assets from ClearOne, including patents and intellectual property related to audio processing, microphone arrays, acoustic echo cancellation, and beamforming.

According to Biamp President and CEO Rashid Skaf, the acquisition will strengthen Biamp’s foundation in audio engineering and accelerate innovation across future product lines — a significant move that impacts AV manufacturers and AV integrators seeking top CTS-certified AV professionals.

What the Deal Covers

Biamp EVP of Corporate Development Joe Andrulis clarified that the transaction is strictly an asset purchase, not a full company acquisition. This means Biamp will not continue selling or supporting ClearOne-branded products, but will integrate ClearOne’s technology into its own systems.

These advanced DSP and beamforming technologies will play a key role in shaping the next generation of commercial AV jobs, residential AV jobs, and AV integrator recruiting opportunities, particularly for audiovisual technicians, programmers, and system designers specializing in brands like Crestron, QSC, Q-Sys, Savant, and Control4.

ClearOne’s Direction Forward

ClearOne remains an independent, publicly traded company. CEO Derek Graham confirmed that selling the assets allows ClearOne to reallocate resources toward new business opportunities while maintaining customer support for existing products.

The ClearOne brand associated with the acquired assets is expected to phase out by 2026, but its technological legacy continues through Biamp’s integrated solutions.

Industry Impact and AV Recruiting Outlook

This acquisition signals a broader trend of AV recruiting demand across the professional audio visual and audiovisual landscape. As technology evolves, companies are increasingly seeking specialized audiovisual recruiters and AV recruiters who can identify skilled audiovisual technicians, audiovisual programmers, and control system experts.

For hiring managers and AV manufacturer hiring support teams, this move highlights the need for targeted AV talent acquisition to keep pace with innovation and integration demands across commercial and residential AV projects.

What to Watch Next

  • How Biamp integrates ClearOne’s IP into new or upgraded products.
  • The long-term impact on audiovisual jobs and AV technician opportunities.
  • How audiovisual recruiting agencies will adapt to serve expanding technology sectors.

As the AV industry continues to consolidate, the demand for specialized audio visual recruiting expertise will rise — especially for integrators and manufacturers seeking top AV professionals across global markets.

 

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Michael Sparks

Michael Sparks is the Founder and Chief Recruiter of HireSparks AV Recruiting, the only firm exclusively dedicated to the audiovisual (AV) industry. With more than 25 years of recruiting experience, Michael has led over 95,000 candidate conversations and helped AV companies worldwide from manufacturers to integrators hire exceptional talent. Before founding HireSparks in 2015, he served as Director of Recruiting at Deloitte and Regional Director at Randstad, where he turned two underperforming divisions into national leaders. Recognized as a top authority in AV recruiting, Michael regularly shares insights on talent strategy, leadership, and hiring innovation through industry events and publications.