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Sony to acquire Audeze

The headphones manufacturer will continue to operate separately when the deal closes

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Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) has entered a deal to purchase audio technology company Audeze.

Terms of the transaction, including the cost, were not disclosed.

With the acquisition, SIE aims to expand the audio technology of PlayStation games.

Audeze will continue to operate as a separate entity and develop its audio products.

Founded in 2008, the firm creates headphones for music professionals, gaming consumers, and music listeners.

"Audeze is a premier brand for headphones, and this acquisition highlights Sony Interactive's focus on innovation and providing the best audio experience to PlayStation players," said SIE senior vice president of platform experience Hideaki Nishino.

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