Former NFL player Mark Clayton has secured $1 million for his LIVV Audio headphones.
The $1 million funding from a $1.5 million seed round investment saw participation from an elite group of investors, including tennis legend Mark Knowles. The fresh funding will fuel LIVV Audio’s marketing, production, and innovation growth.
Generating The Idea For LIVV Audio
Clayton founded LIVV Audio, which offers high-performing headphones for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. The product was inspired by his experiences as an athlete.
Drafted to the NFL in 2005 by the Baltimore Ravens, he penned a five-year deal valued at $8.2 million, according to Spotrac. Around 2008, he was among the many athletes sporting Beats headphones. Over the years, the former NFL player recalled breaking two pairs.
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The idea for the headphones came to the wide receiver during his pool-based rehab sessions after recovering from a knee injury when he joined the then-St. Louis Rams. He discovered that his over-ear headphones regularly fell off his ears.
“I made it to St. Louis and had a season-ending injury. And a lot of the rehab we did was in the swimming pool,” Clayton said to Afrotech. He added: “So, of course, I want to wear my over-ear headphones, but they would start to fall off, and then I have to take ’em off because I don’t want ’em to fall in the water, and I know they’re not waterproof.”
LIVV Pro Headphone $1M Funding
LIVV Pro is designed for champions who push hard and go far, and it’s built to thrive under the most challenging conditions. From an over-ear fit that stays put during explosive workouts to a staggering 50-hour battery life, LIVV Pro is engineered for relentless performance.
Thanks to its water-resistant design, sweat, rain, or intense training sessions won’t faze it. For athletes who work hard, its removable earpads ensure freshness after every session, while its premium sound profile delivers deep bass and sharp treble to keep you motivated.
“Our mission is to create audio products that allow people to move in any atmosphere, in any environment. So whether you’re training or you’re on a train or traveling, that’s where LIVV allows you to live,” Clayton stated.
The LIVV Audio creates luxury performance headphones built to meet the high standards of athletes and active individuals. Combining style, durability, and top-tier sound, LIVV Audio is committed to delivering an audio experience for those who demand more from their gear.
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LIVV Audio is redefining performance audio for athletes and fitness enthusiasts who demand nothing less than the best. Starting at $349.99, the LIVV Pro is now available for presale on LIVVAudio.com.
Main Image: Mark Clayton wearing the LIVV Pro Headphones.