Staff Reporter
After years of anticipation and speculation, Spotify has finally rolled out its long-awaited lossless audio feature for Premium subscribers. The announcement, made Wednesday by the music streaming giant, marks a major milestone in Spotify’s journey to provide higher-quality sound for its users worldwide.
Spotify’s Vice President of Subscriptions, Gustav Gyllenhammar, shared the company’s excitement in a statement:
“The wait is finally over; we’re so excited lossless sound is rolling out to Premium subscribers,” he said. “We’ve taken time to build this feature in a way that prioritizes quality, ease of use, and clarity at every step, so you always know what’s happening under the hood. With Lossless, our premium users will now have an even better listening experience.”
Story Highlights
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Spotify launches lossless audio for Premium users in select markets.
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Tracks can now stream up to 24-bit/44.1kHz FLAC quality for greater detail.
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Available on mobile, desktop, tablet, and Spotify Connect-enabled devices.
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Initially announced in February 2021; Spotify competitors Apple Music and Tidal have offered lossless streaming for years.
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Users must manually enable the feature and can select playback via Wi-Fi, cellular data, or downloads.
According to Spotify, the rollout will gradually reach over 50 markets by October. Currently, Premium users in countries including Australia, Austria, Czechia, Denmark, Germany, Japan, New Zealand, the Netherlands, Portugal, Sweden, the U.S., and the UK have begun accessing the feature.
What Makes Lossless Audio Different?
At its core, lossless audio is higher-quality sound that preserves the fine details of music tracks. Spotify now allows songs to stream in up to 24-bit/44.1kHz FLAC format, giving listeners the opportunity to hear nuances that were previously lost in compressed audio.
“Nearly every song available on Spotify will now be accessible in the highest quality for Premium users,” the company confirmed.
Spotify originally announced its plans to introduce lossless audio in February 2021. However, competitors like Apple Music have provided lossless streaming since that same year, and other platforms such as Tidal have offered it for several years. With this feature, Spotify aims to close the gap and meet growing listener expectations.
Customizable Settings for Every Listener
Premium users can adjust their audio quality settings to fit their needs. Options include Low, Normal, High, Very High, and Lossless. The platform also highlights the data usage required for each option, as streaming in lossless quality consumes significantly more data.
Spotify’s lossless audio is compatible with mobile devices, desktop, tablets, and Spotify Connect-enabled speakers and headphones from brands like Sony, Bose, Samsung, and Sennheiser.
“Users will need to enable the feature manually on each device,” the company explained. “Once enabled, an indicator will appear in the ‘Now Playing’ bar or via the Connect Picker, letting listeners know they are streaming in lossless quality.”
Spotify recommends using Wi-Fi and wired headphones or speakers when streaming lossless music. Bluetooth connections, the company notes, compress the audio signal, which can reduce sound quality and limit the full benefit of lossless streaming.
How to Enable Lossless Audio on Spotify
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Tap your profile icon in the top left corner.
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Navigate to Settings & Privacy → Media Quality.
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Select where you want to enable lossless audio: Wi-Fi, cellular, or downloads.
With this new feature, Spotify not only enhances the listening experience for its Premium subscribers but also strengthens its position in the competitive music streaming market. The rollout of Spotify lossless audio is a clear signal that the platform is committed to keeping pace with evolving audio standards and providing music lovers with an immersive, high-fidelity experience.
With the launch of Spotify lossless audio, Premium users can now enjoy music in its fullest, studio-quality glory. This long-awaited upgrade not only enhances the listening experience but also positions Spotify to compete strongly with other high-fidelity streaming services. For music lovers, the era of crystal-clear, detailed sound has officially arrived.
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