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Manuel Pinke assumes the role of Managing Director of High End Society, succeeding Stefan Dreischärf in November 2023.
Stefan Dreischärf will transition to Senior Event Manager, continuing his contributions to the organization after nine years in leadership.
High End Society plans a strategic relocation in 2026 from Munich to the Austria Center Vienna after 21 years in its current location.
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* Queen will release a 5CD+2LP super deluxe Queen II box set on 27 March 2026 via EMI, expanding the original 1974 album extensively.

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* Audio-Technica launches the ATH-CKD7NC USB-C wired earphones on February 27, featuring hybrid noise cancelling and priced at ¥9,680 via direct sales.