Melbourne-based pro audio innovator Violet Audio is officially planting its flag in North America with the launch of Violet Audio US, a new distribution arm aimed squarely at the region’s live sound and integration markets. Headquartered in Los Angeles and led by industry veteran Phil Wagner as President/CEO, the company will oversee sales, marketing, training, and support across the United States, Canada, and Mexico—effectively turning up the volume on Violet’s global ambitions.
At the center of the rollout is the dMix 128, a compact yet formidable live mixing platform set to begin shipping this June through select dealers and integrators. Built on FPGA architecture, the system delivers serious horsepower—128 channels, 88 busses, and integrated effects—while maintaining a price point designed to disrupt more premium-tier competitors. It’s a product that reflects founder Danny Olesh’s roots as a working live sound engineer, with technology shaped by real-world production demands rather than theoretical wish lists.
Olesh made it clear that Wagner’s appointment was as much about vision as experience. “From the outset, it was clear that Phil not only understood the technology, but also how to position it effectively in the market,” he said, pointing to Wagner’s decades-long track record with brands like Solid State Logic and Focusrite Novation. In short, Wagner knows both the gear and the people who rely on it.
Wagner, for his part, is positioning Violet Audio US as something more deliberate than a typical distribution play. “I launched Violet Audio US to provide the North American market with a highly focused organization built around customer support, technical expertise, and long-term relationships,” he said. “My vision is to combine advanced performance and scalable network-based workflows with the kind of personalized attention, responsiveness, and industry experience that today’s customers and partners expect from a company fully committed to this market,” he said. That philosophy will underpin the company’s expansion plans, which include a growing national footprint with additional presence in the Eastern U.S. and Nashville.
Beyond raw specs, the dMix 128 leans into flexibility and modern workflows. With HTML5 browser-based control, engineers can configure, monitor, and troubleshoot the system remotely via computer or tablet—no proprietary surface required. Integration with platforms like Q-SYS and Crestron further positions it as a strong candidate for installed sound environments, while redundant power supplies and networking options such as MADI and AES67 signal its readiness for mission-critical applications.
The system’s modular nature also makes it scalable, with up to four units able to combine for expanded I/O and processing—an appealing prospect for large-scale productions and complex installs alike. Whether it’s a club gig, a house of worship, or a stadium show, Violet Audio is betting that one platform can comfortably stretch across them all.
The company will give North American audiences their first close-up look at the dMix 128 at InfoComm 2026, booth N7117—an appropriate stage for a brand clearly aiming to make some noise in a crowded market.
For more information on Violet Audio, visit violetaudio.com.
