Events & Specials
On Saturday and Sunday the HIGH END is open to the general public, offering Hi-fi fans and music lovers the opportunity to further explore their passion. There will be something for every visitor, including impressive listening experiences and exciting technical demonstrations. From well-known brands, through independent labels, right down to young start-ups, everyone is looking forward to be able to showcase their latest innovations at the leading international audio trade show this year. The HIGH END also features a variety of events and specials, promising to provide a diverse and entertaining programme.
X-PERT STAGE - the new talk and lecture format
The X-PERT STAGE, the new talk and lecture format at the HIGH END, offers trade visitors, media professionals and all music lovers and hi-fi enthusiasts a wide range of opportunities to expand their knowledge, gain new insights and join in shaping the future of audio enjoyment. On Friday and Saturday, industry experts, manufacturers and enthusiasts will give their take on the future of the audio industry, explore new horizons together and share their audiophile knowledge.
The events on the agenda complement the international audio show with lectures on theoretical principles by renowned experts, along with several fascinating panel discussions with leading industry experts.
Friday, 10th May at 11 am
Requirements and Evaluation of Smart Amplifiers in Modern Audio Systems
with Ellis Blackford Stroud, Klippel GmbH (in English language)
Friday, 10th May at 12 pm
Das Pure Acourate Sound Project
with Dr. Ulrich Brüggemann, Audiovero (in German language)
Saturday, 11th May at 11 am
Has vinyl playback technology gone about as far as it can go?
Moderation: Michael Fremer – Editor-In-Chief „TrackingAngle.com“ und Editor-in-Large „The absolute sound“
(in English language)
Saturday, 11th May at 1 pm
Where will the hi-fi business be in 10 years' time?
Moderation: Ali Ibrahim – Marketing and Event Manager HIGH END SOCIETY Service GmbH
(in German language)
Saturday, 11th May at 3.30 pm
Hi-fi streaming – where do we go from here?
Moderation: Axel Telzerow – STEREO Editor-in-Chief
(in German language)
WORLD OF HEADPHONES
Headphones are companions most music lovers cannot do without, for enjoying music when out and about or undisturbed at home. Ranging from wireless Bluetooth technology to wired high end models, as an in-ear version or with noise cancelling, the portable models, available in a wide variety, are a firmly-established accessory in the audio world. It is the direct way of listening to music, which many people find thrilling and often consider the most beautiful form of music reproduction. The listener is able to take in their favourite pieces with incredible intensity, as disturbing background noises and influences such as room acoustics can largely be tuned out. In addition, top-quality headphone amplifiers make the decisive difference, especially for audiophile listeners.
At the WORLD OF HEADPHONES, presented in a colour-coded separate area in the exhibition halls at the HIGH END show, leading manufacturers, distributors and dealers will be showcasing a large selection of mobile and stationary sound equipment. In this area, visitors can take their time to try out and compare a multitude of different headphones.
Cleverly assembled entry-level systems
SOUNDSCLEVER is a recognized standard and an orientation guide for all visitors to the HIGH END. It provides recognition to complete playable audio systems offering extraordinary sound performance for less than EUR 5,000. A technical and musical experience for the discerning audiophile.
During the HIGH END exhibition, various professionals from the industry will present their contribution to the HIGH END SOCIETY's SOUNDSCLEVER initiative. The rules are the same for all specialists: aside from the provision that a set is ultimately not allowed to cost more than EUR 5,000, there are no restrictions. Thus, the combinations are expected to reflect the full spectrum of the audio industry: either strictly digital, high-end analog or both combined in one hi-fi system.
Direction signs bearing the SOUNDSCLEVER logo will show you the way to a clever audio system at the HIGH END.
