Bluesound Pulse 2i – Flagship Multi‑Room Streaming Speaker
The Pulse 2i is Bluesound’s premium all-in-one speaker designed to fill large spaces with rich, high-resolution audio. Equipped with high-performance PSB drivers, dual-band Wi‑Fi, aptX HD Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, MQA decoding, and full BluOS multi-room control, it delivers powerful sound and seamless streaming in a sleek, user-friendly package.
Key Features
- 150 W NAD bi‑amplified audio: Two 5.25″ woofers and two 1″ tweeters deliver deep, distortion-free sound
- Dual-band Wi‑Fi & Gigabit Ethernet: Ensures reliable connectivity for lossless streaming
- Bluetooth 5.0 aptX HD: High-quality wireless playback and headphone transmission
- AirPlay 2 & MQA support: Native hi-res streaming and compatibility with Apple ecosystems
- BluOS Controller app & Roon Ready: Allows intuitive control, EQ customization, and multi-room grouping
- Physical inputs & headphone jack: Optical/analog combo input, USB-A for local files, and 3.5 mm headphone output
Customer Benefits
The Pulse 2i delivers room-filling audio with punchy, controlled bass and crisp highs—perfect for music, podcasts, and home entertainment. BluOS and Roon compatibility make it ideal for multi-room setups, while versatile connectivity supports everything from streaming services to wired sources and even private listening via headphones.
Quick Specs
- Power: 150 W total digital amp (65 W×2 woofers, 10 W×2 tweeters)
- Drivers: 2× 5.25″ woofers, 2× 1″ dome tweeters
- Frequency Response: ~45 Hz–20 kHz
- Wireless: Dual-band Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth 5.0 aptX HD
- Digital Inputs: Optical, USB-A (local playback)
- Ethernet: Gigabit LAN
- Outputs: 3.5 mm headphone jack
- Dimensions: 42 × 19.8 × 19.2 cm
- Weight: ~5.1 kg
What’s in the Box
- PULSE 2i speaker
- Detachable power cord
- Optical to 3.5 mm adapter
- User guide
Use Cases / Ideal For
Ideal as a standalone hi-fi solution for living rooms or offices, or as a central hub in a BluOS multi-room ecosystem. Also great for streaming with Roon or listening privately via headphones.
Compatibility
Plays from Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify, Deezer and more via BluOS, AirPlay 2, or Bluetooth. Roon Ready. Supports USB local playback and wired optical/analog sources.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- Powerful, distortion-free sound with deep bass
- Robust streaming options (BluOS, AirPlay 2, aptX HD, MQA)
- Roon Ready and multi-room capable
- Physical inputs and headphone output add flexibility
⚠️ Cons:
- No built-in voice assistant—requires external Alexa/Siri device
- Some midrange compression at high volumes
- Not portable—requires mains power and top-heavy for outdoors
The Bluesound Pulse 2i is a feature-packed, powerful streaming speaker that delivers impressive hi-fi audio in any room. Its extensive connectivity, streaming formats, and multi-room compatibility make it a standout all-in-one at Soundium.
