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Rumored "Spotify Music Pro" may offer lossless audio for an extra $6/month.
Features to include CD-quality audio, AI remix tools, and exclusive gig ticket access.
Competes with Apple Music and Amazon Music, which already include lossless formats at no extra cost.
Imagine pressing play on a beloved album and finally hearing every subtle note sparkle through a music service touting true lossless fidelity. Years of anticipation might soon see resolution under a rumored new tier called “Spotify Music Pro.” Talk circles around a launch sometime in 2025, building hopes that these long-promised finer sonic textures will become more than just a distant dream.
According to widespread coverage, the plan might come as an add-on rather than an entirely separate subscription tier. Early conjecture suggests that an extra 6 USD per month will unlock CD-quality audio, advanced AI remixing tools, and early or exclusive access to gig tickets. This approach aims to sweeten the deal for those who crave top-grade sound and special perks, without pushing the overall subscription rate too high for casual listeners.
Some wonder how this strategy will stack up against other platforms that already fold lossless or even hi-res audio support into their standard offers. Apple Music and Amazon Music Unlimited, for example, have made richer sound formats part of their core experience at no added cost. In that sense, the extra fee could be an uphill sell if the optional tier doesn’t clearly stand out in features and convenience.
Despite hopes for a 2025 debut, timing remains in flux, and the underlying licensing agreements with music companies may shape the final roadmap. It echoes previous rumblings of a hi-fi plan, which have yet to fully materialize. Industry watchers continue to keep one eye on official announcements, aware that internal debates and negotiations can alter timelines and introduced features at any moment.
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