Qobuz, a privately owned company headquartered in France, functions as a tier 2 media tech buyer. Founded in 2007, it employs approximately 120 individuals and reported $39.6M in revenue as of 2023. The company specializes in high-quality music streaming and downloads, offering 24-Bit Hi-Res audio up to 192 kHz. Its offerings include editorial content, liner notes, and human-curated playlists, with a catalog comprising over 100 million tracks across various genres, accompanied by digital booklets. Qobuz is available in 26 countries across Europe, the United States, Canada, Central & South America, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan. The service is accessible via apps compatible with Mac/PC desktops, iOS/Android smartphones and tablets, and through integration with Hi-Fi brands' audio equipment.
Qobuz returned as a sponsor for the Brick Lane Jazz Festival for a second consecutive year, announcing its participation on April 8, 2026. The company will curate a panel at the new Brick Lane Conference, scheduled from April 23 to April 25, 2026, aligning with its commitment to championing emerging artists and connecting the music community. Concurrently, Qobuz released an exclusive high-resolution live compilation album from the 2025 festival, where it had sponsored the main stage at Village Underground and the Rough Trade East stage, capturing the event in 24-bit Hi-Res sound. Earlier, on March 26, Qobuz was named to Billboard's 2026 Global Power Players list. Deputy CEO Georges Fornay earned a placement for the fourth consecutive year, while Dan Mackta, Managing Director for North America and Northern Europe, appeared for the third time.