The upgrade expands Deezer’s lossless listening experience with high-resolution FLAC at no additional cost for eligible paid subscribers.
- 24-bit/192 kHz: High-resolution FLAC streaming for compatible tracks.
- No extra cost: Included for eligible paid Deezer subscribers.
- CD quality upgraded: Compatible tracks now reach high-resolution audio.
Paris, October 14, 2026 – Deezer, the global music experiences platform, is upgrading its HiFi experience to support lossless FLAC streaming at up to 24-bit/192 kHz, at no additional cost.
The move takes Deezer beyond its CD-quality HiFi offer and brings high-resolution audio to everyday streaming. For music lovers, that means more of the original recording’s detail, depth, and dynamics can be preserved from the studio to their listening experience.
Why is Deezer upgrading its HiFi audio experience?
Until now, Deezer HiFi has already offered lossless FLAC streaming at CD-quality resolution, generally described as 16-bit/44.1 kHz. With this new upgrade, compatible tracks can now be streamed at up to 24-bit/192 kHz.
The two numbers describe different aspects of digital sound. Bit depth refers to how precisely the volume of each moment is captured, while sample rate refers to how many times the audio signal is measured each second. Together, they describe the resolution of a digital recording.
How does lossless FLAC preserve recording detail?
The upgraded experience is delivered in FLAC, a lossless audio format that preserves the original audio data rather than discarding information to reduce file size. Unlike MP3, which uses so-called lossy compression, FLAC can be decoded back into the same audio data that was encoded.
This helps retain nuances of the original recording, including the texture of vocals, the detail of acoustic instruments, the impact of percussion and the sense of space around a performance. The result is a more faithful listening experience, particularly when using compatible headphones, audio systems or an external DAC.
Deezer is making high-quality listening part of the core paid experience rather than treating it as a niche add-on. HiFi is available to eligible paid subscribers at no additional cost, subject to market, track and device availability.
Try Deezer HiFi to experience lossless music across compatible devices.
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FAQ
Figures updated to reflect Deezer data as of July 2026.
What audio quality is Deezer introducing?
Deezer is introducing lossless FLAC streaming at up to 24-bit/192 kHz for compatible tracks. This expands the existing CD-quality HiFi experience, generally described as 16-bit/44.1 kHz.
Does the HiFi upgrade cost extra?
No. The upgraded HiFi quality is available at no additional cost to eligible paid subscribers, subject to market, track and device availability.
What is FLAC?
FLAC is a lossless audio format. It preserves the original audio data instead of removing information to reduce file size, as lossy formats such as MP3 do.
What equipment is needed for high-resolution audio?
Listeners need compatible headphones, speakers or audio systems. An external digital-to-analog converter can also be part of a high-resolution listening setup. The device, connection and playback system all affect the final experience.
How to switch to Deezer
Transfer your music in 3 simple steps with Tune My Music.
- Step 1: Click “Transfer now” to log in or create a Deezer account.
- Step 2: Select your current music service.
- Step 3: Transfer your entire music library, including playlists, albums, artists and tracks.
The service is free and fully secure.
Tune My Music is a trusted Deezer partner and upholds the highest data protection standards when transferring your music library. Your personal information, such as your user ID, display name and library content, remains strictly protected.
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