# Frends Headphones

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/frends-headphones

- Industry: Consumer Products
- Headquarters: San Diego, US
- Website: www.wearefrends.com
- Latest round: Seed (Dec 24, 2013)
- Investors on record: 1

## About

Frends Headphones specializes in designing stylish and high-quality audio products, focusing on delivering excellent sound experience for music lovers through their innovative headphone designs.Frends Headphones, headquartered in San Diego, US, was founded in 2006. The company is known for creating headphones that merge fashion with function, appealing to a diverse audience. CEO Jan-Hein Habes leads the company, which has successfully completed a SINGLE funding round, raising an undisclosed amount of Seed funding from Cava Capital on December 24, 2013.The company offers a comprehensive ecommerce platform designed to empower businesses of all sizes to create, manage, and scale their online storefronts. This core product suite includes website building tools, payment processing solutions, inventory management systems, and integrated marketing features. Targeted primarily at small to medium enterprises, as well as individual entrepreneurs, the platform facilitates seamless online transactions, allowing users to reach a wide audience across various geographical markets including North America, Europe, and parts of Asia. The end users of these services range from retail businesses seeking to establish an online presence to artisans and creators looking to monetize their products. These services were released with the intent to simplify the ecommerce process, enabling clients to focus on growth and customer engagement.The company's revenue model is primarily subscription-based, allowing clients to select from various pricing tiers based on their needs and scale. These tiers typically include a monthly fee which provides access to the platform's functionalities, with additional costs based on transaction volumes or premium features. The transactions occur directly between the firm and its clients, encompassing both B2B and direct-to-consumer relationships. For example, a small retail business might subscribe to a basic plan while utilizing the platform for online sales, paying a percentage of each sale as a transaction fee. The company’s flagship services reinforce its position in the marketplace, contributing to a structured revenue framework that supports ongoing development and customer service.Frends Headphones is planning to expand its product offerings and enhance its ecommerce platform with new features set to launch in late 2024. The company aims to enter new markets in South America and Asia, targeting expansion by 2025. The recent Seed funding obtained in December 2013 will be utilized to support these initiatives, allowing the company to improve its technological infrastructure and marketing efforts.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Dec 24, 2013 — Cava Capital

## Investors

- Cava Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/cava-capital) — Seed