Focusrite plc Acquires Martin Audio from LDC for £39.2m
December 19, 2019
Focusrite plc has acquired high-performance loudspeaker manufacturer Martin Audio from private equity owner LDC in a £39.2 million transaction. The acquisition will see Martin Audio operate as an autonomous subsidiary of Focusrite, supporting international growth and extending Focusrite’s product portfolio in the professional audio and commercial installation markets.
- Buyers
- Focusrite plc
- Targets
- Martin Audio
- Sellers
- LDC
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- Location
- England, United Kingdom
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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