Audioengine Launches the HD4 Next Gen: High-Performance Sound, Compact Form
Audioengine introduces the HD4 Next Gen Home Music System, designed for vinyl lovers who want premium sound without the complexity of traditional Hi-Fi gear. While staying true to the legacy of the original HD4, first released in 2021, this new version reflects Audioengine’s commitment to analog listening, handcrafted design, and frustration-free setup. Built for seamless connection to turntables and other analog sources, the HD4 Next Gen delivers bold, full-range sound in a compact design that fits perfectly in desktop and personal listening spaces.
Built for Vinyl, Streaming, and Headphones
The HD4 Next Gen is more than a refresh, it is part of a broader expansion into analog listening. Whether you're cueing up records or plugging in high-impedance headphones, this system delivers the detail and power required to do both justice. With robust analog inputs, a built-in DAC, and a dedicated headphone output, the HD4 Next Gen offers the right mix of analog warmth and digital convenience.
From the Company That Defined Desktop Audio
For over 20 years, Audioengine has designed Home Music Systems that combine studio-grade components with everyday ease of use. The HD4 Next Gen carries that tradition forward while aligning with a new era of vinyl listening. Whether you're spinning records, streaming high-resolution tracks, or switching to headphones for late-night sessions, the HD4 Next Gen handles it all: no apps, no passwords, no learning curve.
Premium Components, Built to Last
Driven by high-performance Class AB analog amplifiers, the HD4 Next Gen delivers the rich sound signature that Audioengine fans expect. Each speaker features custom aramid fiber woofers and silk dome tweeters housed in handcrafted real wood cabinets. The result: deep, controlled bass, clean mids, and smooth highs that bring warmth and accuracy to every format, from vinyl to Bluetooth.
Wireless Streaming with AptX Adaptive Bluetooth
Now equipped with AptX Adaptive Bluetooth, the HD4 Next Gen. delivers high-resolution 24-bit audio streaming while dynamically adjusting to avoid dropouts and interruptions. Unlike standard Bluetooth codecs, AptX Adaptive works like a GPS system that continuously finds the fastest route—automatically optimizing bit rates to ensure the best possible sound quality at any moment. Whether you're moving around your home, streaming lossless music, gaming, or watching videos, the HD4 Next Gen seamlessly adjusts in real time to keep audio crystal clear and lag-free.
Built-in Headphone Amplifier for Private Listening
For those who prefer an intimate listening experience, the HD4 Next Gen features a built-in high-performance headphone amplifier. This powerful output is designed to drive everything from high-impedance headphones to in-ear monitors with clarity and precision, making the HD4 Next Gen an ideal hybrid desktop audio solution.
Versatile Connections for Any Setup
The HD4 Next Gen is built to integrate seamlessly into any music setup. With inputs including RCA/3.5mm, USB-C, and Bluetooth 5.3, the HD4 Next Gen connects effortlessly to turntables, mobile devices and computers. Whether wired or wireless, the HD4 Next Gen delivers high-fidelity sound without compromise.
Designed for Music Lovers, Built for Performance
True to Audioengine’s philosophy, the HD4 Next Gen is crafted with premium materials and precision engineering. From the real wood cabinets to the custom-built drivers and analog amplifiers, every detail is designed to bring music to life—without the clutter of a traditional audio system.
Premium Handcrafted Design with Custom Finishes
The HD4 Next Gen Next Gen Home Music System is available in Satin Black, Real Walnut Veneer, and now, Hi-Gloss Piano White. Each unit is handcrafted and handfinished using the same 13-step process as a grand piano, ensuring that every piece is as visually refined as it is sonically powerful.
Expanded Connectivity & Subwoofer Compatibility
Whether pairing it with Audioengine’s award-winning S6 or S8 wired or wireless subwoofers or another external sub, the HD4 Next Gen adapts to your listening preferences with seamless expansion.
Pricing & Availability
The Audioengine HD4 Next Gen Home Music System is available now for $429, shipping directly from Audioengine and select retailers. For more information, visit Audioengine.com.
In The Box
- Bluetooth antenna
- Banana Connector Speaker Cable
- AC power cord
- 5mm/ RCA audio cables
- USB-C cable
- Quick start guide
- Protective microfiber bags for speakers and cables
Technical Specifications
- Amplifier Type: Class AB
- Power Output: 30W RMS per channel (measured in compliance with 16 C.F.R. § 432.3), 60W per channel (AES), 120W total peak power (AES)
- Headphone Amplifier: OPA1602 with 300mW power output @32Ω
- Drivers: 4" aramid fiber woofers, 0.75" silk dome tweeters with neodymium magnets
- Crossover Frequency: N/A
- Enclosure Material: Real wood
- Finish: Satin Black, Walnut, Hi-Gloss Piano White
- Inputs: 3.5mm stereo mini-jack, RCA L/R, USB-C, Bluetooth 5.3
- Outputs: RCA variable line-out
- Input Voltages: 110-240 V 50/60 Hz auto-switching
- SNR: >95 dB
- THD+N: <0.05%
- Crosstalk: <50 dB
- Frequency Response: 60 Hz - 22 kHz ±1.5 dB
About Audioengine
Audioengine, a veteran owned international company, headquartered in Sherman, Texas, was founded in 2005 with a simple goal: Build products that elevate sound, are easy to use, and help people truly experience their music as it was meant to be heard. The company’s core product line is an extensive selection of powered speakers and accessories designed to produce these daily listening experiences, at home, in the office, on the go, or wherever someone chooses. Powered by superior engineering and driven by a passion for broadening the impact of sound and music, Audioengine is on a mission to break a different sound barrier where even the most casual listeners suddenly hear something they have never heard before in a song they have listened to a million times.
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