Warwick Acoustics: APERIO GoldenSound Signature Debut at High End Munich 2025

The APERIO GoldenSound Signature Edition is described as a reimagined evolution of its predecessor, shaped by critical listening and meticulous adjustments. GoldenSound contributed insights after extensive personal use of the original APERIO, suggesting subtle refinements to the sound signature. Warwick Acoustics responded by creating prototypes incorporating these recommendations, followed by blind listening tests. The result is a system that retains the APERIO’s hallmark neutral presentation while introducing enhancements to soundstage depth, tonal accuracy, and bass response. This delicate balance allows for a listening experience that underscores both musicality and precision.

The technical foundation of the GSE remains anchored in Warwick Acoustics' advanced BD-HPEL (Balanced Drive High Precision Electrostatic Laminate) drivers. Operating at an extraordinary bias voltage of 1800 volts—over three times higher than traditional electrostatic headphones—these drivers deliver unparalleled micro-detail resolution, dynamic range, and transparency. The system's engineering approach reflects a synergy of subjective tuning and objective measurement, ensuring both technical and emotional engagement.

Additional upgrades have been applied to the internal components. Both analog and digital pathways of the built-in DAC and headphone amplifier have undergone significant redesigns. For analog sources, a pure analog signal chain is maintained, while digital inputs activate a state-of-the-art conversion and processing pathway, optimizing performance across both formats.

With a recommended retail price of $38,000, the Warwick Acoustics APERIO GoldenSound Signature Edition captures the essence of high-end audio innovation. It promises to redefine expectations and offer unparalleled immersion into the original recording, delivering satisfaction for audiophiles seeking the pinnacle of sound reproduction.