Roon 2.0 is here, and with it comes some exciting new updates to the Roon platform - including Roon ARC, our mobile app for remote listening - free and exclusive for Roon users.
However, we know not everyone will want to - or will have the capacity to - upgrade to Roon 2.0 straight away. We know some users will want or need to ‘hang back’ from 2.0, at least for a little while.
Sticking with Roon 1.8 Legacy
Once Roon 2.0 is released all Roon Servers will automatically migrate to 2.0. In the weeks immediately following the release of 2.0, we’re allowing users to switch freely between 1.8 and 2.0 without any database compatibility issues or other compatibility problems. That means you can give 2.0 a try, and move back to 1.8 if you prefer. The migration process is simple: you’ll just need to run the installer for whichever version you prefer.
Support for Roon 1.8 Legacy
We’ll continue to run support for Roon 1.8 until at least December 31, 2022. During this time, we’ll provide fixes for critical and security issues.
After the support period has ended, Roon 1.8 will continue to function, but won’t receive any further updates.
Roon Server Partners
Roon Server Partners who are not basing their offerings on RoonOS may choose to provide access to 1.8 (Legacy), while others focus solely on the current version. We reached out to our Roon Server Partners ahead of time to discuss this.
We recommend contacting your Roon Server Partner directly to confirm which software version they support and to obtain the appropriate installer for your needs.