Westone Returns to Family Ownership

Colorado Springs, CO – October 1, 2025 – Westone Laboratories, a pioneering name in custom hearing solutions and professional audio innovation, is proud to announce its return to family ownership. TLS Sound Labs has acquired Westone Laboratories, marking a new chapter rooted in the company’s original values of quality, service, and care.

Founded in 1959 by Ron and Mickey Morgan at their kitchen table in Divide, Colorado, Westone grew from humble beginnings into an industry legend. The Morgans’ commitment to innovation and their guiding principle — The Golden Rule — produced breakthroughs ranging from BTE tubing to custom hearing protection to professional audio innovations for musicians.

In the years since the Morgans sold the business, Westone endured multiple ownership changes and industry challenges, compounded by the impact of COVID-19. Yet through it all, the employees — the heart of the company — never lost faith in the vision that started more than six decades ago.
“Today, Westone Laboratories is once again family owned,” said Justin Stack, CEO and Founder of TLS Sound Labs. “Our future success will rest on the same foundation that made Westone legendary: our employees, whose dedication, craftsmanship, and care drive everything we do.”

For customers and partners across the hearing healthcare industry, this new chapter means:
● Faster turnarounds: Our goal is 5 days in and out with no additional charge
● More pricing options: Introduction of our Business Partner Program discount (BPP)
● Higher quality: Attention to detail and efficiency in our processes to improve results
● Better customer service: Personalized care rooted in family values
● Stability and trust: A long-term vision grounded in stewardship, not short-term gains

With TLS Sound Labs’ leadership and the dedication of Westone’s employees, we are committed to honoring our heritage while setting new standards for innovation, quality, and service in hearing healthcare.

About TLS Sound Labs and Westone Laboratories
TLS Sound Labs, based in Santa Cruz, California, is a family-owned lab that specializes in custom earmolds, hearing protection, audio products, and specialty adapters for aviation and law enforcement known for fast turn-around times, high quality products, and outstanding customer service. For years, TLS has partnered with hospitals, audiologists, and hearing care professionals nationwide to deliver products that protect your hearing, enhance performance, and allow you to enjoy the finer details in life.

Now joined with Westone Laboratories, an industry leader in custom manufacturing for over 60 years, the two companies offer the most comprehensive portfolio of custom made products in the US. Ranging from highly specialized military grade products to swim plugs that allow sound to pass through, but not water, we can fulfill your needs. Contact us today to learn more and thank you to our clients, we appreciate you!

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