Bluesound PULSE 2i Wireless Streaming Speaker
The PULSE 2i comes equipped with everything you’d want in a top-performing speaker, our innovative driver and amp technologies will surprise you with its musicality and bass output.
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.
Specification
Operating System: BluOS
Supported Operating Systems: iOS, Android, Windows Vista, 7, 8, 10, macOS X 7-10
Supported File Formats: MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MQA
Native Sampling Rates: 32 - 192kHz
Bit Depths: 16 - 24
Music Service Integrations: 17+
3rd-Party Integrations: AirPlay 2, Apple Wireless Accessory Configuration (WAC)
Control System Integrations: Crestron, Control 4, RTI, ELAN, URC, Push, Lutron, iPort
Voice Control Integrations: Supports Amazon Alexa
Features
Play/Pause Button: Touch LED
Volume Control Buttons: Touch LED
Previous/Next Track Buttons: Touch LED
Preset Buttons: In-App
Processor: ARM® Cortex™ -A9, 1 GHz
Distortion: THD+N, 0.030%
Amplification: Digital
Power Output: 150W total system power, bi-amplified, 65W x 2 Woofer; 10W x 2 Tweeter
Speakers: 5.25” (133mm) x 2 Woofer; 1” (25mm) x 2 Tweeter
Frequency Response: 40Hz - 20kHz ±1.5dB, -10dB @ 33Hz
Connections
Power: Universal tri-pin AC cord input (100 - 240AC)
Ethernet/LAN: Ethernet RJ45, GigE
WiFi Built In: 802.11ac, dual-band
Bluetooth: Built In
Bluetooth Quality: Qualcomm aptX HD Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Connectivity: Two-Way (transmit & receive)
IR Optical Built In: IR Sensor Built In - front panel
Optical/Analog Input: Combo - Toslink/3.5mm
USB IN: Type A (Fat32 Formatted)
USB: Type B (mini) for product servicing
Headphone Output: 3.5mm Stereo
Power Consumption (Idle/Standby): 8 Watts/<0.5 Watts
Finish: Black/White
Dimensions (Product): 420 x 198 x 192mm (W x H x D)
Weight: 5.05kg
Dimensions (Shipping, Single Unit): 500 x 290 x 280mm (W x H x D)
Weight: 8.25kg
Included Accessories:
120V AC Power Cord
230V AC Power Cord
Ethernet Cable
Toslink Optical to 3.5mm Mini Adaptor
Safety/Warranty Guide
Quick Setup Guide