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Sound Masking System Market Size

ID: MRFR//6673-CR | 66 Pages | Author: Ankit Gupta| July 2019

Workplace acoustics have emerged as a critical factor for enterprises seeking to enhance productivity, privacy, and overall employee comfort. The installation of sound masking systems in workplaces has become imperative, providing speech privacy for workforces in both open spaces and private offices. Privacy regulations such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) have mandated specific privacy levels within the healthcare and financial sectors, further emphasizing the need for sound masking solutions.

A sound masking system is an independent setup comprising speakers, hardware modules, adaptive sensors, and amplifiers. These systems introduce unobtrusive sounds into the environment to mask disruptive noises, creating a more uniform ambient sound level. This, in turn, prevents unwanted conversations and distractions, fostering an environment conducive to better concentration and increased productivity.

According to an analysis by MRFR, the sound masking systems market is expected to experience moderate growth in the forecast period. Key drivers include the increasing demand for smart spaces and buildings in the workplace, advancements in building systems (such as quieter HVAC systems), the need for high-quality ceiling tiles, enhanced design techniques for reducing ambient background noise, and the growing requirement for additional speech privacy. However, challenges such as high installation costs and a lack of awareness among small and medium enterprises could impede market growth.

The sound masking system market is segmented by type and application. Based on network type, it is categorized into networked and non-networked systems. The networked segment held the larger market share in 2018, while the non-networked segment is expected to exhibit a higher Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR).

In terms of application, the market includes offices, hospitals and healthcare, education, hotels, and others. The offices segment dominated the market in 2018 and is projected to maintain a CAGR of 5.0% during the forecast period. Meanwhile, the hospitals and healthcare segment is anticipated to exhibit the highest CAGR.

Geographically, the market is segmented into the US, Europe, China, Japan, South-East Asia, Central and South America, and the rest of the world. Europe accounted for the largest market size for sound masking systems in 2018, while India is expected to register the highest CAGR of 7.4% during the forecast period.

Key players in the sound masking systems market include Cambridge Sound Management (US), K.R. Moeller Associates Ltd (Canada), Soundmask Global Pty Ltd (Australia), Speech Privacy Systems (US), AtlasIED (US), AET (UK), SoftDB (Canada), Lencore (US), Jade Communications Inc. (US), Pro Circuit Inc. (US), and Dukane AV Inc. (US). These players leverage strategies such as partnerships, agreements, and collaborations to enhance their market position and excel in the global sound masking systems market.

Covered Aspects:

Report Attribute/Metric Details
Market Size Value In 2022 USD 0.2 Billion
Market Size Value In 2023 USD 0.21 Billion
Growth Rate 5.28% (2023-2032)

Sound Masking System Market Overview


The Sound Masking System Market is projected to grow from USD 0.22 billion in 2024 to USD 0.32 billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.73% during the forecast period (2024 - 2032). Additionally, the market size for sound masking system was valued at USD 0.21 billion in 2023.


Rising demand for smart buildings and smart spaces and technical updates in the system of sound masking are the prime market drivers expediting the studied market's expansion.


Figure 1: Sound Masking System Market Size, 2023-2032 (USD Billion)


Sound Masking System Market Overview 2024


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Sound Masking System Market Trends


Growing technological updates across the sound masking system are driving the market growth


Market CAGR for sound masking systems is being driven by the growth in technical updates. The demand for silence in the majority of public buildings and public areas, as well as the ongoing development of sound technology systems, have both contributed to the growth of the global sound masking system market. Speakers, sensors, and amplifiers are the main components of sound masking systems, and they are all connected. Wherever it is necessary to muffle unpleasant noise, the speakers are placed there.


These speakers produce white noise and pink noise, giving the user in the area the impression that there are no interruptions from background noise. The design of retail and workplace spaces has also seen a significant change. Additionally, there has been a sharp rise in demand for places with calm surroundings. Additionally, in recent years, office buildings have undergone modifications to comply with open space rules. Staff conversations have caused a significant increase in noise in these open-plan offices, which can be irritating to others and break up their attention.


Sound masking systems must be installed in order to address these concerns, which is likely to drive market growth throughout the forecast period. The biggest obstacle to the expansion of sound masking systems, however, is their expensive installation and time-consuming setup. Additionally, it calls for the employment of qualified technicians who can set up these systems properly. The method used in sound masking systems is a direct field technology that generates a sound that easily blends into background noise, creating a quieter, less intrusive office atmosphere. Thus, affecting the Sound Masking System market revenue.


Furthermore, the market is being driven by the growing need for smart workspaces and buildings in the workplace, as well as improvements in building systems like quieter HVAC systems. The market for networked sound masking systems is also driven by the need for premium ceiling tiles and improved design strategies for reducing background noise. The market for networked sound masking systems has an opportunity due to the demand for more speech privacy.


Additionally, sound masking systems have been created as a result of factors including the increasing demand for silence in most public structures and areas, as well as the development of sound technology systems. Additionally, the demand for quiet indoor spaces is a major factor in the growth of the worldwide sound masking system market. This trend is supported by the dynamic design changes that have been seen in a variety of interior spaces, including businesses, hospitals, schools, and temples. The market for sound masking systems is also driven by the rising need for smart workspaces and buildings in the workplace, advancements in building systems including leisure HCV systems, and sophisticated design strategies to reduce ambient background noise.


Sound Masking System Market Segment Insights


Sound Masking System Type Insights


The global Sound Masking System market segmentation, based on type includes Networked and Non-networked. The non-networked segment dominated the market. Hospitals and healthcare facilities, hotels, workplaces, and educational institutions are among the places where non-networked sound masking devices are employed. By masking or reducing background noise, they provide an efficient and reasonably priced method of improving the acoustic environment.


Sound Masking System Application Insights


The global Sound Masking System market segmentation, based on application, includes hospitals & healthcare, hotels, offices, and education. The hospitals & healthcare generated the most income. Hospitals and healthcare institutions can improve their acoustics by using non-networked sound masking technologies. They are utilized in waiting areas, medical rooms, and other locations that demand privacy. The patient recovery rates benefit from the use of these systems as well. Hospitals and healthcare facilities must adhere to stringent restrictions governing patients' and employees' rights to privacy as well as health standards for areas where contamination may be a problem.


Figure 2: Sound Masking System Market, by Application, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)


Global Sound Masking System Market, by Application, 2022 & 2032


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Sound Masking System Regional Insights


By region, the study provides the market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of the World. The North American Sound Masking System market area will dominate this market, owing to technical development across the region. In addition, the growing adoption of sound masking systems by SMEs will boost market growth in this region.


Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The US, Canada, German, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.


Figure 3: SOUND MASKING SYSTEM MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022 (USD Billion)


GLOBAL SOUND MASKING SYSTEM MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022


Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review


Europe Sound Masking System market accounts for the second-largest market share due to growing hotel industry. Further, the German Sound Masking System market held the largest market share, and the UK Sound Masking System market was the fastest growing market in the European region


The Asia-Pacific Sound Masking System Market is expected to grow at the quickest CAGR from 2023 to 2032. This is due to increasing construction activities and increased demand for privacy across public places. Moreover, China’s Sound Masking System market held the largest market share, and the Indian Sound Masking System market was the fastest growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.


Sound Masking System Key Market Players & Competitive Insights


Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development in order to expand their product lines, which will help the Sound Masking System market, grow even more. Market leaders are also adopting a variety of strategic activities to expand their global footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. To expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate, the Sound Masking System industry must offer cost-effective items.


Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics used by manufacturers in the global Sound Masking System industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. In recent years, the Sound Masking System industry has offered some of the most significant advantages to medicine. Major players in the Sound Masking System market, including Cambridge Sound Management (US), KR. Moeller Associates Ltd (Canada), Soundmask Global Pty Ltd (Australia), Speech Privacy Systems (US), AtlaslED (US), AET (UK), SoftDB (Canada), Lencore (US), Jade Communications Inc.(US), Pro Circuit Inc. (US), Dukane AV Inc. (US), and others, are attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development operations.


Bogen Communications International, Inc., which has its corporate office in New Jersey, creates, produces, and sells telecommunications and audio solutions for workplaces, corporations, and educational institutions. Amplifiers, speakers, equipment for playing background music, and sound processing equipment are among the company's offerings. Its European activities create, produce, and disseminate voicemail systems along with unified messaging digital voice-processing systems through Speech Design GmbH, a German corporation with affiliates in Switzerland and Israel. Bogen holds a dominant position in the European telephone industry thanks to these operations, and in the US, these product lines have significantly increased their market share in the school intercom, signaling, and media-control markets. In June 2023, Two sound masking speakers—the Nyquist Suspended Ceiling Grid Sound Masking Speaker and the Nyquist Variable Firing Sound Masking Speaker— , as well as sound masking software for Nyquist C4000 and Nyquist E7000, were unveiled by Bogen Communications. With the addition of sound masking technology, Bogen Communications ushers in a new age and expands the reach of its audio products into related market niches.


Biamp is a top supplier of cutting-edge, networked media solutions that bring people together through exceptional audiovisual encounters. The business is renowned throughout the world for providing top-notch items and supporting them with a dedication to first-rate customer service. Tesira digital signal processors, Devio conferencing hubs, Modena wireless presentation systems, Impera control systems, Apprimo touch interfaces, Cambridge sound masking solutions, Vocia networked public address and voice communication systems, Desono business audio loudspeakers, and Community performance loudspeakers are just a few of the award-winning Biamp product suite's other highlights. Conference rooms, open floor spaces, theatres, stadiums, courtrooms, hospitals, transit hubs, classrooms, retail and hospitality settings, and government buildings are just a few of the settings where Biamp systems are used. Biamp technologies also make it possible to collaborate remotely more effectively. In January 2021, The industry's first sound masking solution, the Cambridge Qt X Series from Biamp, offers complete direct and indirect field sound masking in a single, simple-to-manage system. No matter the architectural style or ceiling material, Biamp's next-generation Qt X Series helps safeguard speech privacy, lessen noise distractions, and boost acoustic comfort in every type of facility. This extends the company's leadership in the sound masking sector. Paging and background music are also immediately supported by the new Qt X range without the need for any other components.


Key Companies in the Sound Masking System market include




  • Cambridge Sound Management (US)



  • KR. Moeller Associates Ltd (Canada)



  • Soundmask Global Pty Ltd (Australia)



  • Speech Privacy Systems (US)



  • AtlaslED (US)



  • AET (UK)



  • SoftDB (Canada)



  • Lencore (US)



  • Jade Communications Inc.(US)



  • Pro Circuit Inc. (US)



  • Dukane AV Inc. (US)



Sound Masking System Industry Developments


January 2022: With the new VSP-2 Speech Privacy System, Yamaha Unified Communications is expanding its support for successful and private conferences and meetings. In practically any office, the new technology may be rapidly retrofitted. Additionally, it has Yamaha's top-notch audio technology, which eliminates issues with voice privacy. This is accomplished by using sound settings that can be adjusted to effectively reduce the audibility of human speech.


Sound Masking System Market Segmentation


Sound Masking System Type Outlook (USD Billion, 2018-2032)




  • Networked




  • Non-networked




Sound Masking System Application Outlook (USD Billion, 2018-2032)




  • Hospitals & Healthcare




  • Hotels




  • Offices




  • Education




Sound Masking System Regional Outlook




  • North America






  • US




  • Canada






  • Europe






  • Germany




  • France




  • UK




  • Italy




  • Spain




  • Rest of Europe






  • Asia-Pacific




    • China




    • Japan




    • India




    • Australia




    • South Korea




    • Australia




    • Rest of Asia-Pacific






  • Rest of the World




    • Middle East




    • Africa




    • Latin America





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