High-Resolution music streaming is growing

High Resolution has become mainstream

At System Audio, we follow developments in music streaming very closely. The numbers speak for themselves: High Resolution are no longer limited to a small niche of audiophiles – they represent a rapidly growing global market. 

The global market for High Resolution streaming is expected to grow significantly in the coming years, both in percentage terms and in revenue measured in billions of dollars. Streaming already accounts for most global music revenue, and paid subscriptions continue to grow year after year. This is a clear signal that music lovers worldwide are raising their expectations – not only in terms of access, but also sound quality. 

High–Resolution has always been core to Qobuz and Tidal 

Services such as Qobuz and Tidal have always had High Resolution audio at their core. From the very beginning, they have offered music with up to 24bit / 192 kHz, appealing to listeners who prioritize sound quality, immersion, and musical authenticity. 

For these users, uncompromising sound has never been an option – it has been a given. 

Spotify goes Lossless – and the market truly shifts 

With the launch of Spotify Lossless, the world’s largest streaming service, has also entered the High-Resolution marketplace. Spotify offers lossless audio to its Premium users, making higher sound quality accessible to hundreds of millions of listeners worldwide. 

For us, this marks a decisive turning point:
High Resolution is no longer a niche requirement – it has become mainstream. 

From technical complexity to musical freedom 

For decades, traditional audiophiles have had to develop a deep, personal technical expertise to achieve the best possible sound. External DACs, complex signal paths, and technical compromises have been part of everyday life. 

Modern music lovers think differently. 

They embrace streaming as their primary music source and would rather spend their time on the music than on the technology. They demand high sound quality – but without being forced to become technology experts to achieve it. 

At System Audio, we see enormous potential here. 

Silverback: High sound quality without the hassle 

This is exactly why we developed Silverback systems. Our goal is to give modern music lovers access to uncompromising sound – without complexity. 

Silverback is a fully integrated, active loudspeaker system where: 

• the technology is hidden 

• the system updates automatically 

• and new streaming options are added continuously 

Most recently, we added Qobuz Connect, making High Resolution streaming even more direct and userfriendly.
A few months ago, Spotify Lossless was added to the system, and Silverback already supports: 

• Tidal Connect 

• Chromecast 

• AirPlay 2 

• Bluetooth 

• Roon 

All brought together in one system – without extra boxes, cables, or technical setup. 

Our perspective 

At System Audio, we are convinced that the future of music listening combines the freedom of streaming with sound quality at the absolute highest level. High Resolution streaming makes this possible. 

This means that modern music lovers can now focus on what truly matters:
Music – not equipment.