PULSE 2i
Premium Wireless Multi-Room Music Streaming Speaker
The most complete powered streaming speaker available, combining Bluetooth, and multi room capabilities the PULSE 2i fills large spaces with rich, clear high-res audio. When it comes to your music, don’t settle for anything less than high-fidelity.
- Bluesound’s flagship all-in-one, multi-room speaker.
- Top-performing drivers deliver a powerful listening experience greater than other all-in-one speakers.
- Bluesound’s innovative amp technology ensures flawless music playback without any distortion.
- Dual band Wi-Fi and support for 2-way Bluetooth aptX HD ensures music playback without interruption.
- Control how and where you listen to your music with the intuitive BluOS Controller app.
- Control it with the optional Bluesound RC1 Remote Controller
- Stream to multiple Bluesound players throughout the entire home.
- Connect Bluesound to your Amazon Echo with the skill in the Alexa app and use Amazon’s Alexa voice assistant to control Players around the home.
- AirPlay 2 lets you play music or podcasts from wireless speakers throughout your house — all in sync.
MEET THE PULSE 2i.
Learn about the Pulse 2i’s features in this short video.
QUICK SETUP FOR ALL-DAY LISTENING
Right out of the box the PULSE 2i uses your home wireless network and sets up quickly. Simply open the BluOS Controller app on your mobile device and follow the short setup instructions. While inside the app users can choose their listening preferences, program presets for their favorite radio stations, music streaming services and playlists, and even set alarms. Once the PULSE 2i is online connectivity stays rock-solid thanks to a new dual band Wi-Fi engine.
THE ONE AND ONLY ALL-IN-ONE
The PULSE 2i is the most powerful speaker in the Pulse family. Featuring all-new driver and amp technologies that more than double the output in the bass frequencies, the PULSE 2i also has the most sophisticated DSP engine available that extends its true stereo soundfield far beyond the limits of other speakers. Hear every rich detail of your favorite tracks like never before.
RULE YOUR SONIC DOMAIN
No matter where you place it, the PULSE 2i will deliver clear distortion-free sound to anywhere in the home. Featuring best-in-class dual band Wi-Fi allows the PULSE 2i to give a stunning performance free from skips or delays. The PULSE 2i also has native support for Bluetooth ® aptX ™ HD giving it the ability to transmit studio-quality music to Bluetooth headphones and speakers.
STREAM IT LIKE YOU MEAN IT
With AirPlay 2* built-in for easy integration into the Apple ecosystem, the PULSE 2i is the most flexible all-in-one speaker ever. High-end DAC technology also allows the PULSE 2i to decode and stream MQA files in all their lossless glory. Simply open the BluOS Controller app on your mobile device and choose tracks from your existing music services, tune in to your favorite Internet radio stations and podcasts, or even listen to music from your personal collection. When it comes to the PULSE 2i, the listening possibilities are endless.
COMMAND YOUR MUSIC WITH VOICE
With skills and support for Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple’s Siri, you can easily connect your Bluesound Player to the corresponding app and enjoy hands-free voice control of personal music libraries, streaming services and more using simple, streamlined commands. Select a track, play your favorite playlist, pause or skip a song, and even say which room you want to listen to music in. A quick and easy to way control your music, voice control brings you a whole new way to experience music throughout the home.
TOTAL CONTROL
Easily group the PULSE 2i with other Bluesound Players to stream music across different rooms in perfect sync, or pair two PULSE 2i’s together and enjoy your music in stereo mode with separate left and right channels for a wider and more dynamic soundstage.
“The Bluesound Pulse Soundbar is a rare gem that made listening to music through a sound bar a real pleasure.”
“This is one of the most musical portable devices I’ve listened to in a long while and was a genuine pleasure to review.”
“Bluesound’s multiroom wireless system was revolutionary when it first appeared… with a process of refinement and development ever since.”
“There’s a new leader in the wireless multi-room music market – Bluesound combines high-res audio and ease of use in one impressive system.”
“A superb high-end wireless speaker offering muscular-yet-musical sound and premium design”
“When it comes to multi-room audio, it really doesn’t get better than this.”
“If you’re after one of the best-sounding wireless network speakers around, look no further.”
SPECIFICATIONS
AUDIO
Supported File Formats
MP3, AAC, WMA, OGG, WMA-L, ALAC, OPUS
Hi-Res formats – FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF
Native Sampling Rates
32 – 192 kHz
Bit Depths
16 – 24
Performance
Frequency Response: 40Hz – 20kHz ±1.5dB, -10dB @ 33Hz
Distortion
THD+N, 0.030%
Power Output
150W total system power, bi-amplified
65W x 2 Woofer; 10W x 2 Tweeter
Speakers
2 x 5.25” (133mm) Woofers
2 x 1” (25mm) Tweeters
Supported Operating Systems
iOS, Android, Windows Vista, 7, 8, 10, macOS X 7-10
Album Art
JPG, PNG
Internet Radio
Music Services
Voice Control Integrations
Amazon Alexa Skills; Actions on Google
3rd-Party
AirPlay 2
Spotify Connect
Tidal Connect
Roon Ready
Control Systems
Control4, Crestron, URC, RTI, ELAN, Lutron
CONNECTIVITY
Network
Ethernet RJ45, GigE
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac, dual-band)
USB
1 x Type-A port for connection to USB memory sticks (Fat32 or NTFS formatted) and supported peripherals
1 x Type-B (mini) for product servicing
Audio Input
Combo – Toslink/3.5mm
Audio Output
Headphone output – 3.5 Stereo
Bluetooth Quality
Bluetooth 5.0 aptX HD wireless built-in
Bluetooth Connectivity
Two-Way (transmit & receive)
Power
Universal tri-pin AC Cord input (100 – 240AC)
USER INTERFACE
Mobile Operating System
BluOS – Free Android and iOS App Available Online at Google Play and Apple App Store
Pushbuttons
Simple top-panel touch controls.
Control
IR Sensor built in – Front panel
GENERAL
Processor
ARM® CORTEX™ A9, 1 GHz
Unit Weight
5.05kg/11.11lbs
Gross Dimensions
420 x 198 x 192 mm
16.5 x 7.8 x 7.55 in
Power Consumption (Idle)
14 Watts
Accessories
2x AC power cords (Europe & North America)
Toslink Optical to 3.5mm Mini Adaptor
Ethernet Cable
Safety/Warranty Guide
Quick Setup Guide
Storage Environment
-10° C to 50° C, 20% to 80% relative humidity
Operating Environment
0° C to 40° C
Finish
Available in White or Black Matte
