Samsung has just taken a big step in the world of high quality music by purchasing Roon, a big name in the field of hi-fi, through its subsidiary Harman. We don’t know how much it cost, but it’s clear that it will change a lot of things for Samsung and for audiophiles.
Samsung recently announced the acquisition of Roon, a major player in the hi-fi field, through its subsidiary Harman. This transaction represents a significant turning point for Samsung, consolidating its position in the high-quality audio sector. Although the financial details remain confidential, the impact of this acquisition is considerable, both for Samsung and for the hi-fi market.
Who is Roon?
Roon is a bit of an audiophile star. Specializing in software and technologies dedicated to improving the listening experience, Roon is best known for its eponymous platform.
This is compatible with the majority of high-end streaming devices and amplifiers. By integrating both hardware and software, Roon delivers a quality user experience, earning it international recognition and a loyal user base.
What are they doing ?
Roon has a whole range of products. Their big hit is Roon Remote, an application for managing music from an iPhone or Android. A sort of AirPlay for audiophiles. They also have Roon ARC which turns your music collection into a personal streaming service.
Its biggest advantage: referencing all your music and streaming services in a library with display of covers and extensive information on artists, albums, titles, etc.
It is a new, very effective tool for listening to music with a connected amplifier, wireless speakers or a compatible network player. You will also see Roon Tested certified products, such as the Rotel A-14 amplifier.
And if you subscribe to Tidal, Qobuz or KKBox, Roon helps you find playlists and recommendations.
Finally, with their Roon Optimized Core Kit solution, you can turn a Linux PC or Intel NUC into a home music server, which is quite effective for those who want more control over their sound. Obviously, it also works on a QNAP, Synology or Asustor NAS. Roon supports the majority of audio formats including WAV, AIFF, AAC, MP3, OGG, ALAC and FLAC up to a very high resolution of 32 bits / 768 kHz. The Roon system can also index DSF, DFF, DSD64, DSD128, DSD256 and DSD512 files.
Why is Samsung interested in Roon?
For Samsung, the acquisition of Roon represents an opportunity to strengthen their expertise and presence in the high-end audio market. By integrating Roon’s technologies into its audio product ecosystem, Samsung can now deliver an improved and more integrated user experience.
This synergy between Samsung devices and Roon software could lead to new innovations, expanding Samsung’s offering in an increasingly competitive sector. Additionally, access to Roon’s passionate user base provides Samsung with an ideal platform to showcase its cutting-edge audio products and solidify its reputation.