History
GSM-Multimedia GmbH was founded on 24.06.1994 by Claudia Gangl in Dingolfing. At the beginning we mainly sold Flightcases and Recordbags. Over the past years our assortment has continuously evolved and it now features everything from DJ and Club products up to production and studio equipment.
Since our foundation in 1994 we have assisted end-users from the fields of DJ, club, gastronomy, store construction and TV / broadcast as well as resellers and installation companies. Now, after more than 15 years we can count on a pan-European distribution network and proudly supply nearly all of the famous DJs and most of the professional dealers.
Milestones
August 1995:
GSM-Multimedia was appointed to take over the distribution of Amabilia Flightcases in Germany. This was the starting point of our wholesale network.
November 1998:
We were proud to announce that we took over the exclusive distribution for MaishMereau products in Germany. We were the first professional vendor of Recordbags in Germany.
February 2000:
We adopted another exclusive distribution agreement for the German-speaking area. The whole range of Ultimate-DJ-Gear (UDG) is now merchandised by our company. By securing this deal we were pleased to introduce another brand to the market, thereby enlarging our market share in the DJ-Bags and DJ-Case sectors.
October 2000:
To provide our customers with an even better level of service we decided to also offer our products via the internet. From this point our products have been presented and sold worldwide at www.recordcase.de.
January 2001:
We integrated a retail section into our Web shop www.recordcase.de. This allowed our resellers to order their products easily and efficiently online.
March 2002:
As new proprietor, Hans Söllner joins the excellent structure of this young company.
August 2002:
A ground-breaking ceremony in Landau / Isar: We start building the new company headquarters in Landau / Isar, Siemensstrasse 10.
January 2003:
The building project was completed! We very much looked forward to moving into the new offices and storage areas.
February 2005:
We discontinue distribution of the UDG brand and establish our own brand Zomo! In the future Zomo covers products in the range of recordbags, flight cases and accessories. From this point on, our entire experience flows into the production of Zomo products and enlarges our market leadership.
June 2005:
Sefour UK passes the exclusive distribution for the German market to our company. We enlarge our market leadership in the range of DJ furniture and accessories.
August 2005:
Freefloat BV passes the exclusive distribution for Freefloat air cushions in Germany to our company.
October 2005:
On October 31st 2005, the whole business division passes into the newly founded GSM-Multimedia GmbH. Hans Söllner becomes sole holder and general manager. The sole proprietorship still exists and now acts as the leasing Company for the home of GSM-Multimedia GmbH.
November 2005:
From this point on we distribute Space-Tek equipment-racks in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Space-Tek offers innovative solutions in the range of equipment stands and therefore perfectly fits in with our product assortment.
January 2006:
We take over the distribution of Red Sound products for the German-speaking area. For many years, these unique/patented DJ products have stood for quality and innovation with a BPM counter that, even to this day has not been equaled by anything else!
April 2006:
We adopt the distribution of Grip Cologne DJ-Bags.
December 2006:
We start construction for the company expansion plan on our site. We trust in the experience of Wolf Systembau in Osterhofen.
May 2007:
In Europe, the Original Spindoctor is distributed exclusively by GSM-Multimedia.
June 2007:
In Ibiza, GSM-Multimedia GmbH wins the Pioneer Forward Award 2007 as the best direct distributor of Pioneer in Germany. In the pan-European category we achieve an incredible second place!
July 2007:
We are very happy about the completion of the construction works and at that point we would like to thank Wolf Systembau for the scheduled fulfillment. We now have a storage area of more than 3000sqm available and about 1000sqm for showroom and administration purposes.
August 2007:
We establish the brand Antoc and therefore own a further top-brand. Now we are able to offer an interesting product range of Pro Audio and Lighting Systems.
November 2007:
GSM-Multimedia GmbH adopts the division manufacturing and distribution of Slipmats from US-Import in Belgium and thereby becomes the world’s biggest and most important manufacturer of Slipmats. We established the brand Slipmat-Factory specifically for this reason. It now operates in wholesaling as well as at retail business level.
June 2008:
We take over the distribution of Decksaver in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Italy. Decksaver dustcovers are very robust and stylish. GSM-Multimedia GmbH enlarges its market position.
March 2009:
Our 2nd Web Shop www.dj-deals.de is now online.
May 2009:
GSM-Multimedia GmbH is awarded most successful direct distributor of Pioneer in Germany for the second time and wins the Pioneer Forward Award 2009. We are placed second once again in the Pan-European category.
June 2010:
The GSM-Multimedia GmbH is awarded for the third time as the most successful German Pioneer SD Base and receives again the Pioneer Forward Award 2010. We thank all our loyal customers for their support.
September 2010:
With the model series Berlin, Miami and Ibiza, we carry out our first Zomo DJ-furniture in the market. We open with Zomo so another market area and complement our successful range.
May 2011:
The French manufacturer Guillemot passes the distribution of Hercules DJ / Music products on the GSM-Multimedia GmbH and trusts from now on in our sales structure. Hercules DJ products fit seamlessly into our portfolio and strengthen our position in the digital music industry.
November 2014:
We add DJ-Tech to our wholesale assortment and are now the exclusive distributor for the German-speaking countries including Germany, Austria, Switzerland and BeNeLux.
December 2015:
From January 2016 the Pioneer DJ dealer network will be restructured and we are proud to be listed here as a selected premium SD dealer and thus be listed as a “DJ Specialist”. This also gives us the opportunity to supply our customers with the high-quality products of Pioneer DJ and to offer the best possible service as a premium distributor.
August 2016:
With the PEP brand, we are introducing another product line to the market that will offer our customers many attractive products with an excellent price-performance ratio in the future. The initial portfolio of selected flight cases will be expanded in several directions in the future.
October 2016:
We take over the distribution of the Japanese brand ORB. The high-end vinyl products will be positioned in the market and integrated into our dealer network. ORB record ironers are world leaders due to their well-known quality and innovative solutions.
March 2017:
GSM-Multimedia and thus www.recordcase.de is added to the exclusive sales network of Denon Prime dealers and thus appointed specialist for professional Denon DJ articles. Denon also introduces a high quality range of DJ players, mixers and turntables that have a leading position in the market.
April 2017:
Our webshop www.recordcase.de will be updated, equipped with a fresh design and the latest technology, in order to provide our customers with an even better shopping experience.
May 2017:
Akai Professional appoints us as MPC Specialist Center. Akai is a leading manufacturer of recording and studio workstations and relies on our many years of experience.
June 2017:
www.zomo.de will also receive a refresh with updated design and the latest technology. Browse for the latest DJ technology is now even more fun and orders are even easier to process.
August 2018:
GSM-Multimedia becomes DJ-Tech Europe: DJ-Tech commissions us with the distribution of your articles for the entire European mainland. We look forward to this task and the resulting synergies.
July, 2019:
GSM multimedia turns 25! Since 25 years we are happy to provide DJs and promoters with our high quality products. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all our customers who have supported us for so long and made this success story possible for us.
September 2019:
Gemini DJ entrusts us with the exclusive distribution of their products for the German and Austrian market. With Gemini DJ-Equipment we can complete our assortment and inspire our customers with many attractive products.
Future
As one of the most important distributors of DJ /club equipment and market leader in the range of accessories we will continue enlarging our assortment and do our best to supply both DJs as well as our wholesaling partners with an exclusive assortment, attractive prices and a first-class service.
We are looking forward to having many successful, exciting and healthy years together with you first of all to having lots of common events and parties!
Here’s to a successful cooperation!
GSM-Multimedia GmbH
General Management