Sony announces acquisition of headphone maker Audeze to enhance PlayStation game audio experience

Thanks to CTOnews.com netizens Wu Yanzu in South China for the delivery of clues! CTOnews.com, August 25 / PRNewswire-FirstCall-Asianet /-- Sony Interactive Entertainment Co., Ltd. ("SIE") announced today that it has reached an agreement to acquire Audeze, a brand of audio technology and manufacturer of high-end gaming headphones, which will enhance SIE's innovation in PlayStation gaming audio experience.

Hideaki Nishino, senior vice president of ▲ Touyuan Sony's website SIE, said that Audeze is the top brand of headphones, and the acquisition highlights Sony's focus on innovation and provides the best audio experience for PlayStation players.

He added: "We are pleased to bring Audeze expertise into the PlayStation ecosystem and make greater progress based on PlayStation 5's Tempest 3D AudioTech and Pulse 3D wireless headphones."

Sankar Thiagasamudram, CEO of Audeze, said that Sony provides Audeze with a unique opportunity to expand its business, and the company will continue to fulfill its mission of providing first-class headphones to recording professionals, enthusiasts and gamers.

▲ Picture Source Audeze official website CTOnews.com learned from an official press release that Audeze will continue to operate independently after it is acquired by Sony and will continue to develop products for Xbox, PC and other platforms in addition to enjoying the benefits of the PlayStation ecosystem. The terms of the transaction (including acquisition costs) were not disclosed due to contractual commitments.