AVL Media Group
Building a legacy of excellence in the professional audio industry since 1976.
Timeline
A Journey Through Innovation and Excellence
Stephen Kosters Bio1976
Chateau Musical & Kostar Sound
The journey commenced when Stephen Kosters opened his first store, Chateau Musical & Kostar Sound, in 1976, specializing in the sale of musical instruments, live sound equipment, and recording gear.
1980
Kostar Sound & Lighting
Pioneering as one of the initial Pro A/V rental firms to supply and maintain touring-grade lighting equipment in Montreal.
1996
Intellimix Corp
Kosters founded Intellimix Corp, the parent company of AVL Media Group, in 1996 to combine his interests and experience in professional sound, lighting, music, and live event production through distribution.
2016
AVL Media Group
In 27 years, AVL has grown into a major player in professional audio, video, and lighting, serving prominent clients in film and TV production (like TSN and ABC), live events (such as Live Nation and SIR Hollywood), and thousands of engineers and contractors throughout North America.
Milestones
Several prestigious awards have recognized our outstanding performance and solidified our position as a premier distributor in the North American market. These accolades reflect our dedication to providing top-quality products, exceptional customer service, and innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our industry.
Clients who trust in our competence
With established relationships with key stakeholders and a status as the preferred supplier to all major MI & CE retailers, we’ve earned the trust of industry leaders through our proven competence and reliability.
Testimonios