# Reverb.com

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/reverb-com

- Industry: Retail
- Headquarters: Chicago, US
- Website: www.reverb.com/
- Total disclosed funding: $27M
- Latest round: Series B (Dec 1, 2015)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Reverb.com, LLC, based in the US, operates an online marketplace dedicated to buying, selling, and trading musical instruments and gear, catering to musicians of all levels.Reverb.com, LLC is an online platform that facilitates the sale of new and used musical instruments and gear. Founded in 2013 by Marzan A., the company is headquartered in Chicago, US. The company has completed 5 deals, with its most recent deal occurring on April 23, 2025, during an ADD-ON funding round led by Etsy, Inc. This round raised USD 275.00 mn, contributing to the total amount raised of USD 15.00 mn.Reverb operates as an online marketplace specializing in the sale of new and used musical instruments and gear. The platform enables users to buy, sell, and trade a wide variety of music equipment, including guitars, amplifiers, keyboards, synthesizers, and percussion instruments. It caters to both amateur and professional musicians, offering a user-friendly interface to explore an extensive selection of products from brands like Gibson, Fender, and Korg, alongside unique offerings from independent sellers. By facilitating peer-to-peer exchanges, Reverb addresses the needs of musicians seeking affordable gear and those looking to sell or trade instruments that are no longer in use, serving a global customer base with a significant market presence in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia.Reverb generates revenue primarily through transaction fees on sales made via its platform. Sellers list their musical instruments and gear, and upon successful sale, Reverb earns a percentage of the sale price as a commission. This direct-to-consumer model allows individual musicians or collectors to interact without intermediaries. The platform may also offer premium services for sellers to enhance their visibility and reach. Pricing for products varies widely depending on condition, rarity, and brand, catering to a diverse clientele from budget-conscious buyers to high-end collectors seeking exclusive items. Reverb also supports community initiatives through its Reverb Gives program.In April 2025, Creator Partners and Servco invested in Reverb.com, LLC to strengthen its music-making community. The funding will enable the company to enhance its platform and expand its offerings to better serve musicians. Future plans include potential product launches aimed at diversifying their inventory and exploring geographic expansion into new markets. Specific regions targeted for expansion will be identified as the company grows, with an emphasis on enhancing its presence in Europe and Asia.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, Dec 1, 2015, $25M — Summit Partners
- Series A, Nov 20, 2013, $2.3M — Lightbank

## Investors

- Lightbank (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/lightbank) — Series A
- Summit Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/summit-partners) — Series B