Following its recent global expansion, Australian-owned audio platform, AudioBro, has announced the V2 update for its popular service, representing the “largest evolution of the platform since development began more than three years ago”.
The premise remains the same: in-depth, analytical advice to help hi-fi and home cinema enthusiasts get the best possible sound from their system, without having to resort to buying new equipment.
Where AudioBro has made big strides is in how that advice is delivered. Previously, users of the AudioBro platform would need to select which tool they think will best suit their needs. In the new V2, that’s all changed, as the platform will now take all the guesswork out of the equation.
Users now simply describe the problem they’re experiencing and to upload whatever evidence they have — such as room photos, measurements and calibration data. AudioBro will then intelligently determine which of its tools will best fix the problem, and will recommend “one practical, highest-impact next move”.
V2 also introduces Room Memory, so previous analyses, uploaded measurements, implemented recommendations and verified changes remain connected over time.
To make this process even easier, both Starter and Pro users can now speak naturally to the platform about whatever they’re hearing and discuss uploaded evidence. AudioBro founder Ateeq Sheikh says this makes “the experience feel much more like talking to an acoustic consultant than using traditional software”.
There are differences between the depth of analysis given to Starter and Pro users, with the latter unsurprisingly receiving more curated responses. Starter users can still upload room photos and equipment information, and even speak aloud any issues they’re experiencing, and AudioBro will return guided recommendations.
Pro users can go further, receiving proper two-way conversations with the platform, along with the ability to upload REW MDAT files for analysis. The AudioBro platform also offers more advanced measurement interpretation and deeper optimisation capabilities for Pro users.
And, if you were thinking "surely I can just get the same results from ChatGPT?", think again. As Ateeq explains, "ChatGPT is an exceptional general-purpose AI, but it's designed to know a little about almost everything. AudioBro has been built over the last three and a half years to know as much as possible about one thing: hi-fi, home theatre and room acoustics."
"A good analogy is the difference between visiting a GP and seeing a specialist consultant. Both are knowledgeable, but one has been purpose-built for a specific field. AudioBro has been trained specifically for hi-fi rather than general knowledge."
Full access to the platform requires a subscription, offered in two tiers: Starter at US$24.99 per month and Pro at US$49.99 per month, with annual plans priced at US$199.90 and US$399.90, respectively.
Early adopters, however, can secure lifetime access for a one-off fee of US$199 (Starter) or US$299 (Pro).
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