Gearsupply is an online marketplace that facilitates the buying and selling of used audio, video, and lighting equipment, including brands like L-Acoustics and JBL. The platform addresses the issue of excess AV gear by providing a sustainable solution for users to sell their equipment directly or through the marketplace, reducing waste and extending the lifecycle of valuable assets.
Funding
$4M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
The professional audio, video, and lighting (AVL) industry faces challenges with equipment turnover, leading to disposal of functional gear and hindering sustainable practices. Traditional disposal methods often result in unnecessary waste and loss of value for used equipment.
Solution
Gearsupply operates an online marketplace specializing in pre-owned AVL equipment, providing a platform for businesses and individuals to buy and sell used gear. By connecting sellers with potential buyers, Gearsupply extends the lifecycle of valuable equipment, reduces waste, and offers a cost-effective alternative to purchasing new equipment. The platform features a wide range of equipment categories, including audio, lighting, video, staging, and power distribution, from top brands in the industry. Gearsupply also offers a direct purchase option, allowing sellers to quickly liquidate their used gear.
Target Audience
The primary audience includes AVL professionals, production companies, event organizers, theaters, houses of worship, and educational institutions looking to buy or sell used audio, video, and lighting equipment.
Features
- Online marketplace for buying and selling used audio, video, and lighting equipment
- Listings for individual items and bundled packages
- Wide selection of brands, including L-Acoustics, JBL, Vari-Lite, Roe, ETC, ClayPaky, and D&B Audiotechnik
- Equipment categories include audio, lighting, video, staging, power distribution, cables, and cases
- Option to sell equipment directly to Gearsupply
- Search and filtering tools to find specific equipment