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Bluesound PULSE
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.
Dealers selling Bluesound near you
Authorized dealers for Bluesound PULSE
- Holt Hill — online and in-store — Andover, Massachusetts, United States (website)
- In Living Stereo — in-store — New York City, New York, United States (website)
- Resolution A/V — in-store — New York City, New York, United States (website)
- The Music Room — online and in-store — Erie, Colorado, United States (website)
- Aalen Hifi — in-store — Schwäbisch Gmünd, Baden-Wurtemberg, Germany (website)
- Absolute Audio - Canada — in-store — Calgary, Alberta, Canada (website)
- Abt Electronics — online and in-store — Glenview, Illinois, United States (website)
- Acoustic Technologies — online and in-store — Montréal, Québec, Canada (website)
- Ahead Stereo — in-store — Los Angeles, California, United States (website)
- ALAIN CHOUKROUN — online and in-store — Paris, Île-de-France, France (website)
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Packed with 150W of amplification, the Pulse delivers a big, room-filling sound with surprisingly punchy, detailed bass and a warm, natural midrange. Its smooth treble and expansive imaging are matched by extensive streaming and hi-res/MQA support via the BluOS ecosystem. Reviewers from SoundStage Solo and What Hi‑Fi praise its features and sonic heft.
Pros
- Powerful, room-filling sound with impressive low-end extension for a tabletop speaker.
- Rich, natural midrange and well-controlled treble that preserve instrumental timbre.
- Class-leading connectivity and ecosystem: BluOS multiroom, AirPlay 2, aptX HD Bluetooth and native hi‑res/MQA support.
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Cons
- Dynamics and timing can feel a bit sluggish compared with rivals, reducing snap on very transient-rich material.
- At its price point, competitors may offer more energy or better value for money.
Sound Quality
85/100
Bass
89/100
Two 5.25" woofers and the published response (-10 dB @33 Hz) give the Pulse impressive low-end extension for its size; reviewers call it 'dramatic and impressively detailed' and 'powerful bass for a speaker of its size.' Hometheaterhifi and What Hi‑Fi both praise the texture and authority of the bass, supporting an 'excellent for size' rating.
Mid
86/100
Midrange is described as rich and natural, retaining Bluesound's characteristic body and tonal warmth; What Hi‑Fi and HomeTheaterHifi note good vocal presence and a well-balanced mid. Some reviewers mention a loss of instrumental organisation vs the predecessor, so clarity is strong but not pristine.
Treble
87/100
New tweeters deliver smooth, controlled treble with adequate extension and without harshness; reviewers emphasise a warm but detailed high end and contrast it favorably to peers that can sound 'over zealous or harsh.' Overall treble is refined and well integrated.
Soundstage Imaging
84/100
The Pulse throws a weighty, room-filling sound that belies its size and images with convincing scale, per What Hi‑Fi. However, several notes about reduced instrumental separation and organisation temper the staging score — spacious but not ultra-precise.
Dynamics
76/100
Dynamics and timing are the package's weaker points: What Hi‑Fi repeatedly calls out a more 'sluggish and less expressive' presentation and says 'dynamics could be better.' HomeTheaterHifi finds it pleasant and non-fatiguing, but overall punch and transient snap lag behind class leaders.
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Build Quality
92/100
Build and finish receive high marks: reviewers note excellent construction, glossy finish with brushed-aluminium elements, and upgraded internal components. The Pulse is described as handsome and solidly made, matching its premium positioning.
Features Connectivity
94/100
Extensive connectivity: AirPlay 2, Spotify/Tidal/Roon Ready, aptX HD two-way Bluetooth, Ethernet, Wi‑Fi, Toslink/3.5mm combo input, USB and headphone out. Reviewers praise the BluOS app, multiroom support and hi‑res/MQA capability, making the feature set class-leading for a networked active speaker.
Value for Money
80/100
Mixed verdict on value at the listed ~899 price: HomeTheaterHifi argues the build, features and sound justify the cost, while What Hi‑Fi suggests you could 'do quite a bit better' for the money and that the extra premium makes the Pulse 2i harder to recommend. Good features and build, but price puts it against stronger competitors.
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