Warwick Acoustics Debuts APERIO GSE at Munich High End

Warwick Acoustics APERIO GSE has made its highly anticipated debut at High End Munich 2025, showcasing the latest evolution of Warwick’s flagship electrostatic headphone system. This limited-edition model, officially named the GoldenSound Signature Edition, is the result of an ambitious collaboration between Warwick Acoustics and respected UK tuning specialist GoldenSound. Known for his analytical yet emotive tuning philosophy, GoldenSound worked closely with Warwick’s R&D team to refine the already acclaimed APERIO, creating a version that enhances musicality without sacrificing the reference-grade detail for which the original is known.

This upgraded APERIO retains the same electrostatic foundation, built around Warwick’s cutting-edge second-generation BD-HPEL drivers, now operating at a remarkable 1800V bias for enhanced dynamic range and micro-detail retrieval. Beyond the core driver improvements, the Warwick Acoustics APERIO GSE features a newly tuned frequency response, optimized for improved tonal balance, spatial imaging, and a more emotionally resonant listening experience. Months of blind testing and tuning refinements led to what many listeners described as a more immersive presentation compared to the original. The amplifier/DAC unit has also been reengineered inside and out, preserving Warwick’s analogue-first ethos while integrating a high-performance internal DAC for those seeking a pristine all-in-one solution.

Handcrafted in the UK, the APERIO GSE reflects Warwick Acoustics’ commitment to innovation in personal audio and beyond, including its electrostatic technologies used in luxury automotive interiors. Priced at $38,000 USD, this special edition headset will appeal to discerning audiophiles in search of an unparalleled sonic experience. Discover how Warwick blends science and emotion in their original APERIO or learn more about Warwick Acoustics and their electrostatic technology from this industry coverage on Stereophile.