Greenville-based WAVS Custom gets $200K investment from SC Launch
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South Carolina Research Authoritys investment affiliate, SC Launch, announced Oct. 17 it awarded a $200,000 investment to WAVS Custom, a startup based in Greenville.The company will use the funds to grow its company and explore new markets for its custom-fit ear audio products. 3D scanning and manufacturing platform makes custom-fitted in-ear monitors (IEMs) to provide a higher degree of noise isolation for better sound.The company also offers accessories, including memory foam covers, Bluetooth upgrades, charging cables, adapters and cases.Weve made IEMs affordable and more accessible for customers, and this is changing how patients, musicians, music leaders, and others hear music, said WAVS Custom CEO Ric Hoke. The teams at SCRA and SC Launch Inc. believe in what weve created and how we are revolutionizing the music industry. Were looking forward to this continued partnership.WAVS Custom became an SCRA member company in October 2022 and received a $50,000 acceleration grant.