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Sennheiser has announced the HDB 630 headphones supporting high-res audio via wired or wireless connections, featuring active noise cancellation, a customized acoustic system, and up to 60 hours of battery life, with a bundled USB-C transmitter for enhanced wireless compatibility, available for preorder at $499.95.
Spotify has introduced lossless streaming at 24-bit, 44.1kHz, offering higher quality audio that is noticeable on good headphones and speakers, but it is limited compared to other services like Tidal and Qobuz which support higher sample rates. The new quality enhances detail, bass, and soundstage but requires more storage and data, and cannot be streamed via Bluetooth. For audiophiles with the right equipment, services like Qobuz and Tidal provide superior high-res options, while casual listeners may not notice much difference.
Tidal is changing its pricing structure, halving the cost of its high-res music service to $10.99/month, matching Spotify's pricing. The new plan, consolidating HiFi tiers, offers the same quality as the previous most expensive plan, including access to FLAC and Dolby Atmos tracks. Tidal's decision aims to make premium audio formats more affordable, while artist payouts will remain consistent. With the new pricing set to take effect on April 10, Tidal's high-res audio offering becomes more accessible to users.