DAS Audio is expanding its U.S. operations with new talent and a long-term commitment to building community and growing its market share. Recent additions to the U.S. team include seasoned industry leaders David Kuhner and Burton Ishmael.
“Their arrival signals not just a team expansion, but a broader evolution in how DAS is showing up in the U.S., with purpose, strategy, and soul,” the announcement states.
"This is the moment to grow," says Jaime Villegas, General Manager of DAS Audio of America. "We just celebrated our 30th anniversary of DAS Audio in the U.S., and we’re building something meaningful, and that starts with the right people, the right partners, and a vision that looks beyond short-term headlines."
“David Kuhner joins DAS Audio as a seasoned pro with decades of experience on both sides of the industry. A former touring musician turned audio executive, Kuhner brings technical depth, relational warmth, and a deep belief in the craft of sound,” the announcement continues.
“I’ve known the DAS team for years,” says Kuhner. “What sets them apart is the people. Their curiosity, their kindness, their care, and the fact that they make everything themselves. Their sound is their own, and it shows in every system. That’s rare.”
Kuhner’s career began on stage and evolved into senior sales roles with leading manufacturers, including L-Acoustics. The report says a mix of musical intuition and technical expertise has made him a trusted voice among engineers, integrators, and production teams nationwide. At DAS Audio, he says he sees an opportunity to help tell a new story that is rooted in purpose, partnership, and sonic excellence.
Another recent addition to the U.S. team is front-of-house engineer and broadcast audio expert Burton Ishmael. Before officially joining DAS Audio, Ishmael says he was already a passionate advocate of the gear having used it on stages across the United States, in houses of worship, and for major network productions.
“Burton has been a longtime believer in DAS Audio,” says Jaime Villegas, General Manager of DAS Audio of America. “Having him on board brings valuable experience, credibility, and a true connection to the working engineers who use our gear every day. His presence on this team means the world to us.”
Ishmael now serves as Senior Market Development Manager, Pro Audio, with a focus on helping more users experience the ARA Series.
To match the talent with reach, DAS Audio has also partnered with two respected rep firms, Mizzen Marketing and Pro Media Marketing, to cover key territories where the company is poised for growth. This expanded network is designed to give DAS Audio the reach and relationships to meet rising demand across a variety of verticals, from live production and touring to worship, broadcast, and permanent venue installations.
“The timing couldn’t be better,” says Villegas. “We’re investing in the right regions with the right people. Our rep partners understand our story and share our belief in what’s possible.”
For Kuhner, joining DAS Audio is about building something that matters. “This is a company that knows who it is and where it’s going,” he says. “It’s still a family-run business. There’s a sense of care and connection. You feel it everywhere from walking through the door of the offices in Miami to standing in any DAS Audio venue or show around the country.”
With Kuhner and Ishmael in the field, a growing network of rep partners, and a wave of next-generation products, DAS Audio is expanding its U.S. presence. From the sonic quality of the ARA Series to the adaptable power of the Event Series, the company is introducing a generation of new products. “We’re not here to follow,” says Villegas. “We’re here to lead with a clear voice, with heart, and with a team that believes in what we’re building together.”
