Bluesound PULSE 2i, wireless Multi-Room speaker (various colors)

 

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 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.

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 Woofers; 10W x 2 Tweeters

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

Free Internet Radio

TuneIn Radio, iHeartRadio, Calm Radio, Radio Paradise, LiveXLive, Radio.com

Supported Cloud Services

Spotify, Amazon Music HD, TIDAL, Deezer, Qobuz, HighResAudio (VAULT Required), Napster, KKBox, Bugs, Taihe Music ZONE, SoundMachine, IDAGIO, OraStream

Voice Control Integrations

Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant Skills

Integration Partners

Control4, RTI, Crestron, URC, push, iPort, ELAN, Lutron, roon, Airplay 2

Album Art

JPG

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 Adapter

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