Bluesound PULSE 2i Speaker

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Bluesound Pulse 2i Premium Wireless Streaming Speaker at Vinyl Sound Toronto Canada The Pulse 2i is the flagship all-in-one wireless streaming speaker from Bluesound (Pickering, On tario, Canada), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. Designed to fill large rooms with genuine high-fidelity sound from a single self-contained chassis, the Pulse 2i delivers 150W of total bi-amplified power through two 5.25-inch woofers and two 1-inch tweeters — each driver with its own dedicated amplifier channel — managed by an advanced DSP engine that extends a true stereo soundfield across a room. The onboard 32-bit/192kHz DAC with MQA decoding handles every hi-res format in the BluOS library, with dual-band Wi-Fi, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth 5.0 aptX HD, Roon endpoint support, and the full BluOS streaming platform providing access to Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify, Amazon Music, and dozens more services. Pair two Pulse 2i speakers for true stereo separation with independent left and right channels, or integrate one or more into a whole-home Bluesound multiroom system — all controlled from the BluOS Controller app. 150W Bi-Amplified Driver Array and Advanced DSP The Pulse 2i's acoustic architecture represents a complete redesign over its predecessor. The previous model used a 2.1 configuration with smaller midrange drivers; the Pulse 2i moves to a true four-driver stereo array with two 5.25-inch bass drivers — each driven by a dedicated 65W amplifier channel — and two 1-inch tweeters each driven by a dedicated 10W channel, for 150W total bi-amplified output. This architecture, combined with the advanced DSP engine, more than doubles the low-frequency output of the previous generation and allows each driver to be crossed over and managed independently for maximum accuracy and minimum distortion at high output levels. Frequency response extends from 45Hz to 20kHz with THD+N measuring 0.03% — clean, detailed audio from bass through to the uppermost treble register. The DSP engine stretches the stereo soundfield well beyond the physical width of the cabinet for a listening experience that belies the single-box format. Two Pulse 2i units can be paired in stereo mode through the BluOS app, assigning one as left channel and one as right, for a fully separated stereo image across a room. BluOS Streaming, AirPlay 2, MQA, and Multiroom Integration The Pulse 2i runs the full BluOS streaming platform with native access to Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify, Amazon Music HD, Deezer, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, SiriusXM, and dozens of additional services. The 32-bit/192kHz DAC handles PCM hi-res files in FLAC, WAV, AIFF, and MPEG-4 SLS format, and decodes MQA internally for full Tidal Masters fidelity. AirPlay 2 enables streaming from Apple Music, Spotify, and any AirPlay 2 source in sync with other AirPlay 2 devices throughout the home. Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD supports both receive mode — for wireless streaming from smartphones and tablets at up to 24-bit/48kHz — and transmit mode, enabling wireless connection to Bluetooth headphones for private listening. A combination mini-TosLink optical and stereo 3.5mm analogue input connects wired sources including a television or CD player, and a 3.5mm headphone output provides wired headphone listening. Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Siri voice control are all supported. The Pulse 2i integrates seamlessly into whole-home BluOS multiroom systems and supports professional smart home control via Control4, Crestron, RTI, ELAN, and Lutron. Key Features 150W Total Bi-Amplified Output: 65W per woofer channel (2x) and 10W per tweeter channel (2x) — each of the four drivers has a dedicated amplifier channel managed by the DSP engine for maximum accuracy and minimal distortion. True Stereo Four-Driver Configuration: Two 5.25-inch woofers and two 1-inch tweeters in a single chassis, delivering a genuine stereo soundfield extended far beyond the physical cabinet width by the advanced DSP engine. 32-Bit/192kHz DAC with MQA Decoding: High-end internal DAC decodes and streams MQA files at full Tidal Masters fidelity, with native sampling rates from 32kHz to 192kHz and 16 to 24-bit depth. BluOS Multiroom Streaming Platform: Native access to Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify, Amazon Music HD, Deezer, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, SiriusXM, and more, with whole-home synchronization across all Bluesound and BluOS players. Apple AirPlay 2: Full AirPlay 2 multiroom support for Apple Music and any AirPlay 2 source in sync with other AirPlay 2 devices throughout the home. Two-Way Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD: Receive wireless audio from smartphones and tablets at near hi-res quality; transmit wirelessly to Bluetooth headphones for private listening without speakers. Stereo Pair Mode: Two Pulse 2i speakers can be paired in true stereo mode via the BluOS app — one assigned as left channel, one as right — for fully separated stereo imaging across a large room. Roon Endpoint: Certified Roon endpoint for integration with a Roon Core running on a dedicated server, NAS, or computer on the same network. Combo Mini-TosLink Optical and 3.5mm Analogue Input: Accepts a wired digital or analogue source — television, CD player, or turntable with a phono stage — for integration of wired audio into the BluOS streaming system. 3.5mm Headphone Output: Wired headphone listening directly from the Pulse 2i for private listening sessions. Dual-Band Wi-Fi and Gigabit Ethernet: Best-in-class dual-band Wi-Fi stability for skip-free hi-res streaming, with Gigabit Ethernet available for wired network connection. Voice Control: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Siri compatibility for hands-free playback control throughout the home. Top-Panel Touch Controls: Capacitive touch panel for Play/Pause, Volume, and Previous/Next Track control without the app, with proximity activation. Technical Specifications General Description Premium All-In-One Wireless Streaming Speaker Total Power Output 150W bi-amplified (65W x 2 woofer + 10W x 2 tweeter) Woofers 2x 5.25-inch (133mm) Tweeters 2x 1-inch (25mm) Frequency Response 45Hz to 20kHz THD+N 0.03% DAC 32-bit / 192kHz MQA Full internal decoding Max. Native Sampling Rate 192kHz Bit Depth 16 to 24-bit Supported Hi-Res Formats FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS Supported Standard Formats MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC, OPUS Streaming Services Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify, Amazon Music HD, Deezer, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, SiriusXM and more Third-Party Integration AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Endpoint Network Dual-band Wi-Fi (802.11ac), Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45) Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.0 — aptX HD (two-way: receive and transmit) Audio Input 1x Combo mini-TosLink optical / stereo 3.5mm analogue Headphone Output 3.5mm stereo (wired) Voice Control Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Siri Control Systems Control4, Crestron, RTI, ELAN, URC, Lutron, iPort Operating System BluOS Stereo Pair Mode Yes — two Pulse 2i units assignable as left and right channels Dimensions (W x H x D) 420 x 198 x 192mm (16.5 x 7.8 x 7.55 inches) Net Weight approximately 5kg (11.11 lbs) Finish Black / White (matte) Power Requirements 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz (universal) Origin Canada (Lenbrook Group, Pickering, Ontario) Connections at a Glance Network: Dual-band Wi-Fi (802.11ac), Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45) Wireless: AirPlay 2, Bluetooth 5.0 aptX HD (two-way) Input: 1x Combo mini-TosLink optical / stereo 3.5mm analogue Output: 3.5mm headphone (wired), Bluetooth transmit (wireless headphones) What's in the Box Bluesound Pulse 2i Premium Wireless Streaming Speaker Power Cord Quick Setup Guide Safety and Warranty Guide Frequently Asked Questions What is the Bluesound Pulse 2i? The Bluesound Pulse 2i is the flagship all-in-one wireless streaming speaker from Bluesound (Pickering, Ontario, Canada), delivering 150W of total bi-amplified power through two 5.25-inch woofers and two 1-inch tweeters. It incorporates a 32-bit/192kHz DAC with MQA decoding, the full BluOS streaming platform with Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify, and Amazon Music HD, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth 5.0 aptX HD, Roon endpoint support, and voice control via Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri, with a frequency response of 45Hz to 20kHz in a single self-contained chassis. How does the Bluesound Pulse 2i compare to the Sonos Era 300? The Bluesound Pulse 2i and Sonos Era 300 are both premium all-in-one wireless streaming speakers. The Pulse 2i delivers 150W of bi-amplified power across four drivers with a frequency response of 45Hz to 20kHz, integrates the full BluOS platform with Tidal, Qobuz, and Amazon Music HD natively, supports Roon endpoint, MQA decoding, and two-way Bluetooth aptX HD with headphone transmit. The Sonos Era 300 focuses on Dolby Atmos spatial audio with upward-firing drivers, uses the Sonos ecosystem, and supports Apple Lossless via AirPlay 2. The Pulse 2i is the stronger choice for stereo hi-res fidelity and BluOS multiroom integration; the Era 300 suits listeners who prioritise spatial audio and the Sonos ecosystem. Can two Bluesound Pulse 2i speakers be used as a stereo pair? Yes. Two Pulse 2i units can be paired in true stereo mode via the BluOS Controller app, with one assigned as the left channel and one as the right. Each speaker then reproduces its dedicated stereo channel independently, creating a fully separated left-right stereo image across the room — with each unit's own four-driver array and 150W amplification reproducing its respective channel. What streaming services does the Bluesound Pulse 2i support? The Pulse 2i supports Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify, Amazon Music HD, Deezer, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, Calm Radio, SiriusXM, and dozens of additional streaming services and internet radio stations natively through the BluOS platform. AirPlay 2 extends compatibility to Apple Music and any AirPlay 2 source, and Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect enable direct playback control from those services' native apps. Does the Bluesound Pulse 2i support Roon? Yes. The Pulse 2i is a certified Roon endpoint and appears as a playback zone in a Roon system, supporting all Roon audio formats up to 24-bit/192kHz. Roon Core must run on a separate dedicated device on the same network — the Pulse 2i receives and plays back the Roon stream but does not run the Roon Core software itself. Can the Bluesound Pulse 2i be used as part of a home theatre system? Yes, in a BluOS Home Theatre configuration. The Pulse 2i can be assigned as rear surround speakers in a wireless Bluesound home theatre setup — for example, pairing with a Bluesound soundbar at the front and a Node Icon or Powernode in the system. The combo mini-TosLink optical input also accepts a direct digital connection from a television for use as a standalone high-quality TV speaker in a single room. Where can I buy the Bluesound Pulse 2i in Toronto, Canada? The Bluesound Pulse 2i is available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. As an authorized Bluesound dealer, Vinyl Sound serves audiophiles and music lovers across the Greater Toronto Area and Canada. Shop online at vinylsound.ca or visit the showroom to hear the Pulse 2i as part of a complete Bluesound whole-home demonstration. Show more