Bluesound
Bluesound PULSE SOUNDBAR+
Best premium soundbar for immersive home theater and high-fidelity music streaming.
Elevate your home entertainment with the Bluesound PULSE SOUNDBAR+, a premium audiophile-grade soundbar featuring Dolby Atmos for an immersive 3D audio experience. Designed to integrate seamlessly with your TV, it delivers precise soundscapes for movies, music, and games. This soundbar supports popular music services, personal music libraries, and streaming via aptX HD Bluetooth and AirPlay 2. It offers adjustable EQ settings and can be programmed to work with your existing IR remote. Create a wireless home theater by adding a PULSE SUB+ and rear speakers. Control is effortless with voice commands, your TV remote, or the BluOS app.
$1149.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
2277
/ 8447
#2277 in Speakers
Price vs Category Average
-21%
Below average
Power Output
120
/ W total system power
Who it's for
- Movie buffs seeking a cinematic, multi-dimensional home theater experience
- Smart home owners building a cohesive multi-room audio ecosystem
- Audiophiles demanding pristine, high-resolution studio sound quality
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for an affordable entry-level soundbar
- Users preferring simple plug-and-play setups over app-based configurations
- Consumers wanting a complete surround system without additional hardware costs
Performance breakdown
Immersive Audio Depth
Dolby Atmos integration creates a remarkably expansive and cinematic soundstage.
Streaming Versatility
BluOS platform handles high-resolution files and streaming services with effortless precision.
Connectivity Options
Comprehensive wired and wireless inputs ensure seamless integration with any home setup.
System Expandability
Easily transform this standalone bar into a full wireless surround system.
Control Interface
Intuitive app and voice command support make daily operation feel completely natural.
Acoustic Fidelity
Audiophile-grade components deliver crisp, balanced audio across all frequency ranges.
Key Specs
Power Output
120W total system power
Frequency Response
+/- 1dB 70Hz - 20kHz; 3dB down at 55Hz; 3dB down at 25Hz
Distortion
THD+N, 0.030%
Power
Universal bi-pin AC cord input (100-240AC)
Ethernet/LAN
Ethernet RJ45, GigE 1000 Mbps
Wi-Fi Built In
2x Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual-band
Supported Network File Sharing
Server Messsage Block (SMB)
Dimensions (W x H x D)
42.25" x 5.5" x 2.75"
Features
- Dolby Atmos immersive 3D audio
- aptX HD Bluetooth and AirPlay 2 streaming
- Wireless surround sound capability
- HDMI ARC/eARC for simple connection
- Programmable IR remote learning
- Adjustable EQ settings via BluOS app
- Voice control with Alexa and Siri
- Quad-core processor for high-speed audio
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Bluesound PULSE SOUNDBAR+ for its exceptional audio fidelity, delivering a rich and immersive sound experience that elevates home entertainment. Many highlight its seamless integration into existing Bluesound multiroom systems, making setup and control remarkably straightforward. Users appreciate the intuitive app and the ability to stream high resolution audio effortlessly. While a premium investment, the superior sound performance and user friendly ecosystem are frequently cited as key satisfiers, reinforcing its position as a top tier audio solution.
Know before you buy
Yes, it features Dolby Atmos support to deliver an immersive 3D audio experience for movies, music, and gaming.
Absolutely. The soundbar features IR remote learning, allowing you to program it to respond to the commands from your current television remote.
Yes, you can create a wireless home theater setup by adding a Bluesound PULSE SUB+ and compatible rear speakers to the soundbar.
You can stream music via AirPlay 2, aptX HD Bluetooth, or by using the BluOS app to access popular music services and your personal digital music libraries.
The most efficient way to connect is via the HDMI eARC port, which allows for a simple, high-quality connection that supports advanced audio formats.
Yes, the PULSE SOUNDBAR+ supports multi-room audio, allowing you to group it with other Bluesound players throughout your home using the BluOS app.
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