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Bluesound PULSE MINI
The PULSE MINI 2i powered speaker takes decades of hifi audio legacy and squeezes it into a single box. Delivering rich and detailed sound, the PULSE MINI 2i can easily fit into small living spaces, all the while providing an outstanding high-res music streaming experience.
- An innovative dual acoustic chamber results in a stunning, size-defying performance.
- Experience deep bass and full-range sound free from distortion.
- Dual band Wi-Fi and support for 2-way Bluetooth aptX™ HD ensures music playback without interruption.
- Group two PULSE MINI 2i’s together for a seamless stereo pairing.
- Designed to fit seamlessly into your home decor.
- Control music wirelessly with the intuitive BluOS Controller app for iOS, Android, Kindle Fire, and Windows & Mac OS X desktops.
- Control it with the optional Bluesound RC1 Remote Controller.
- 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.
QUICK SETUP FOR ALL-DAY LISTENING
Right out of the box the PULSE MINI 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 adjust their listening settings, program presets for their favorite radio stations, music streaming services and playlists, and even set alarms. Once the PULSE MINI 2i is online connectivity stays rock-solid thanks to a new dual band Wi-Fi engine.
NOT ONE TO BE UNDERESTIMATED
The PULSE MINI 2i is a powerful all-in-one speaker that produces more detailed audio than many rival players twice its size. Featuring freshly redesigned tweeters that expand the listening sweet spot, the PULSE MINI 2i has double the bass drivers and amp power, resulting in a true stereo performance. The PULSE MINI 2i also features the most sophisticated DSP engine available, making its acoustic performance all the more impressive.
STREAM ANY MUSIC. NO MATTER WHERE IT LIVES.
As your all access pass to millions of tracks, the BluOS Controller app allows you to stream songs from your existing music services, tune in to your favorite Internet radio stations and podcasts, or even listen to music from your personal collection. Thanks to aptX™® HD Bluetooth®, users can wirelessly stream any music or app from a Bluetooth-enabled device in better than CD-quality, opening up a whole new realm of streaming possibilities. High-end DAC technology built into the PULSE MINI 2i allows it to decode and stream MQA files in all their lossless glory.
RULE YOUR SONIC DOMAIN
Regardless of where you place it, the PULSE MINI 2i delivers clear distortion-free sound to anywhere in the home. Best-in-class dual band Wi-Fi allows the PULSE MINI 2i to give a stunning performance free from skips or delays. The PULSE MINI 2i also has native support for Bluetooth® aptX™ HD giving it the ability to transmit studio-quality music to Bluetooth headphones and speakers.
TOTAL CONTROL
Easily group the PULSE MINI 2i with other Bluesound Players to stream music across different rooms in perfect sync, or pair two PULSE MINI 2i’s together and enjoy your music in stereo mode with separate left and right channels for a wide, more dynamic soundstage.
COMMAND YOUR MUSIC WITH VOICE
With skills and support for Amazon Alexa 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.
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The PULSE MINI brings surprisingly big, punchy low end and a spacious, revealing midrange that make it sound far larger than its footprint. Reviewers like What Hi‑Fi? and Ian White praise its muscular bass, detailed midrange, extensive hi‑res support and a polished multiroom app.
Pros
- Surprisingly large, punchy bass and output for its size — doubles perceived scale versus typical single-box speakers.
- Clean, detailed midrange and a wider-than-expected soundstage that benefits hi‑res material.
- Extensive connectivity and ecosystem: AirPlay 2, two‑way aptX HD, MQA/24/192 support and reliable BluOS multi‑room control.
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Cons
- Not as rhythmically nimble as the very best in class; dynamics and timing can lag behind rivals.
- Price premium versus direct competitors reduces its value proposition for budget‑minded buyers.
- Bass can become boomy if the unit is placed too close to a wall or hard boundary.
Sound Quality
89/100
Bass
89/100
Multiple reviews call the Pulse Mini 'huge for its size' and say its dual 4" woofers give bass that ‘resembles a much bigger speaker’ with notable muscle. Some reviewers flagged lack of deepest extension and potential boomy response when placed close to boundaries, and one reviewer advised disabling the 'deep bass' setting for certain tracks.
Mid
92/100
Reviewers consistently praise a cleaner, more detailed midrange with strong vocal presence and natural timbre compared with the previous model. Comments such as 'pleasant and full-bodied' and 'more confident' support a high score for mid accuracy and clarity.
Treble
90/100
Treble is described as more spacious and extended than the prior model, offering good detail without harshness. Multiple reviewers note an improved level of analysis and a treble response that supports hi-res material.
Soundstage Imaging
88/100
The speaker creates a surprisingly wide and detailed soundstage for a single-box design, and the app can widen stereo dispersion. Reviewers caution it can’t replace two separate speakers placed apart, but it fills rooms well and images more broadly than the previous generation.
Dynamics
84/100
The Mini delivers strong output and apparent punch for its size, with reviewers noting it can energize large rooms without running out of power. However, a few reviews point to some limitations in rhythmic precision and timing compared with the best in class.
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Build Quality
90/100
Well-built with attractive styling, a solid enclosure and thoughtful touches (carry handle, moisture-resistant enclosure). Reviewers cite robust amplification and redesigned driver complement (dual woofers, dedicated tweeters) as evidence of sound engineering.
Features Connectivity
95/100
Extensive connectivity and features: AirPlay 2, aptX HD two-way Bluetooth, MQA/hi-res support to 24/192, Ethernet, optical/analogue inputs, USB, headphone out, and rich multiroom app integration. Reviewers repeatedly call the functionality 'impressive' and note reliable wired/wireless operation and multi-room grouping.
Value for Money
75/100
Performance is strong, but reviewers note the price premium versus direct rivals (some cited ~£499 vs competitors lower price) and suggest the cost reduces its relative value. Good as a background/main convenience speaker, but price keeps it from being a no-brainer recommendation.
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