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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.
Dealers selling Bluesound near you
Authorized dealers for Bluesound PULSE MINI
- 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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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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