Rapco Horizon

Overview

RapcoHorizon manufactures audio, video, data, and telecommunications cables, assemblies, and interface devices. Its products serve concert touring sound companies, video and sound contractors, recording studios, system integrators, audiophiles, and musicians worldwide.¹²³

History

Rapco was founded in 1982 by musicians Ron and Phyllis Lorenz. In December 2006, Rapco merged with Horizon Music to form The RapcoHorizon Company.⁴ The company was sold in 2008 to management with Midwest Mezzanine Funds and Bush O’Donnell Capital Partners.⁵ ACT Lighting acquired RapcoHorizon in an undisclosed year, integrating it as an ACT Entertainment brand with facilities in multiple locations.³²

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Headquartered in Jackson, Missouri, with core facilities in Massachusetts, Canada, and Mexico.³ Operates a state-of-the-art Custom Shop for modifying products or building new devices.¹

Notable Products

• ProCo Cables - Audio interconnect cables used in professional touring and studios.
• StageMASTER Snakes - Multitrack audio snakes for live sound applications.
• RAT Sound Products - Interface devices for audio and video contractors.
• RoadHog Cables - Durable cables for touring sound companies.
• Custom A/V Cables - Tailored assemblies for specific customer needs.

Reputation

Perceived as a reliable supplier of durable cables and accessories for professional audio and video applications by touring companies, studios, and musicians.¹²⁶ Strengths include flexibility, quick-turn custom production, and global retail partnerships.¹⁵ No specific criticisms noted in available sources.