falkemedia acquires the popular Professional Audio magazine from Sonic Media

‘Professional Audio’, based in Bad Honnef, is a trade magazine characterised by well-founded product reviews, comprehensive market overviews and in-depth technical reports in the fields of recording technology, mixing and music production. With a monthly circulation of 18,000 copies since its launch in 2006, ‘Professional Audio’ has established itself as an indispensable resource for ambitious and professional musicians and sound engineers.

The falkemedia Group, which has been reaching thousands of music enthusiasts worldwide with ‘Beat’ since 2005, sees the acquisition of ‘Professional Audio’ as an ideal addition to its existing portfolio.

‘By integrating “Professional Audio” into our family, we can significantly expand and deepen our offering for music creators. The acquisition of parts of the original line-up also secures the long-standing expertise of the editorial team and experienced sound engineers. We are thrilled to be able to offer our readers an even greater variety of high-quality content and expertise,’ says Beat editor-in-chief Marco Scherer.

‘Professional Audio’ is known for its rigorous grading system when evaluating hardware and software products and regularly publishes a best-of list that allows readers to easily compare products. This unique approach will be continued and further developed under the umbrella of falkemedia in order to meet the high demands of the readership.

With this acquisition, the falkemedia group strengthens its position as a central point of contact for all aspects of music production - from home recording basics to professional studio techniques. ‘Our aim is to be a comprehensive source of information and inspiration for all music makers, regardless of their level of experience,’ explains Scherer.