Bluesound Pulse M Omni-Hybrid Wireless Streaming Speaker at Vinyl Sound Toronto Canada

The Pulse M is a wireless music streaming speaker from Bluesound (Pickering, Ontario, Canada), available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. Distinguished from all other Bluesound speakers by its patented Omni-Hybrid driver design, the Pulse M delivers immersive, room-filling sound at nearly every listening angle through an upward-firing 5.25-inch woofer with a custom acoustic reflector above it and two 0.75-inch tweeters mounted at 45 degrees from each other — producing a 360-degree soundstage from a single compact elliptical cabinet. An 80W Smart DSP amplifier (50W woofer + 15W per tweeter) manages frequency bandwidth, dynamic range, and distortion in real time across the driver assembly. With the full BluOS streaming platform, AirPlay 2, Roon Ready certification, Bluetooth 5.0 aptX HD, hi-res audio up to 24-bit/192kHz with MQA decoding, HDMI-free surround sound capability as a rear channel in a Bluesound home theatre group, and five touch preset buttons with a proximity sensor, the Pulse M is both a performance and design statement for any room in the home.

Omni-Hybrid Driver Design and 360-Degree Soundstage

The Pulse M's Omni-Hybrid driver assembly is unlike any other configuration in the Bluesound range. The single 5.25-inch upfiring woofer projects bass energy upward into a custom-designed acoustic reflector mounted above the driver, which diffuses unwanted sonic artifacts while directing the woofer's higher-frequency output outward in all directions. The two 0.75-inch tweeters are mounted on opposite sides of the cabinet at 45-degree offsets from each other, spreading high-frequency energy across a wide horizontal arc. The combined effect of the upfiring woofer, acoustic reflector, and offset tweeters is a soundstage that radiates at nearly every listening angle simultaneously — filling a room with consistent, lush audio regardless of where the listener is positioned relative to the speaker. This architecture makes the Pulse M particularly suited to placement in the centre or corner of a room, or as a rear surround channel in a Bluesound home theatre system where consistent off-axis dispersion is essential. The 80W Smart DSP amplifier monitors and adjusts frequency bandwidth, dynamic range, and distortion in real time, with THD+N measuring 0.03% across the operating range and frequency response extending from 60Hz to 20kHz (+/-1.5dB), with the -10dB point at 40Hz.

BluOS Streaming, Surround Sound Integration, and Smart Controls

The Pulse M runs the full BluOS streaming platform with native access to Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, SiriusXM, and 23-plus streaming services and internet radio stations. Hi-res audio up to 24-bit/192kHz is supported across FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF, and MPEG-4 SLS formats, with MQA decoded internally. AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, and Tidal Connect provide direct streaming from those platforms' native apps, and Roon Ready certification makes the Pulse M a certified endpoint in a Roon system. The Pulse M can be grouped with any Bluesound player for whole-home multiroom audio, and supports use as dedicated rear surround channels in a Bluesound home theatre configuration alongside the Pulse Soundbar Plus and Pulse Sub Plus — creating a fully wireless surround sound system without AV receiver cabling. A combo mini-TosLink optical and 3.5mm analogue input accepts wired sources, a USB Type-A port supports local library playback, a 3.5mm headphone output provides wired listening, and wireless subwoofer pairing with the Pulse Sub Plus is available over the BluOS network. Two-way Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD receives high-quality wireless audio from smartphones and tablets, and transmits to Bluetooth headphones for private listening. Five touch preset buttons with a proximity sensor on the top panel provide one-touch access to favourite stations or playlists. Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Siri voice control are supported — though the Pulse M itself contains no microphone.

Key Features

• Omni-Hybrid Driver Design: One upfiring 5.25-inch woofer with custom acoustic reflector and two 0.75-inch tweeters at 45-degree offsets — a purpose-engineered arrangement for immersive 360-degree sound at nearly every listening angle simultaneously.
• 80W Smart DSP Amplifier (50W Woofer + 15W per Tweeter): Real-time DSP monitoring and control of frequency bandwidth, dynamic range, and distortion across the entire driver assembly for consistent, clear audio at all output levels.
• Frequency Response 60Hz to 20kHz (+/-1.5dB): Full-range coverage from mid-bass through treble, with the -10dB extension point at 40Hz for substantial bass reproduction from the compact elliptical cabinet.
• BluOS Multiroom Streaming Platform: Native access to Tidal, Qobuz, Spotify, Amazon Music, Deezer, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, SiriusXM, and 23-plus additional services, with whole-home synchronization across all Bluesound and BluOS players.
• Roon Ready: Certified Roon endpoint for integration with a Roon Core on a dedicated server, NAS, or computer on the same home network.
• AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, and Tidal Connect: Full native integration with all three platforms for direct app-based playback control without launching the BluOS app.
• Wireless Home Theatre Rear Surround: Two Pulse M speakers can be paired as dedicated rear surround channels in a Bluesound home theatre group with the Pulse Soundbar Plus and Pulse Sub Plus — a fully wireless surround system without AV receiver cabling.
• Bluetooth 5.0 Two-Way with aptX HD: Receive hi-res wireless audio from smartphones and tablets at up to 24-bit/48kHz quality; transmit wirelessly to Bluetooth headphones for private listening.
• MQA Decoding and 24-Bit/192kHz Hi-Res Support: Full internal MQA decoding for Tidal Masters, with native playback of FLAC, WAV, AIFF, and MPEG-4 SLS files at up to 24-bit/192kHz.
• Stereo Pair Mode: Two Pulse M speakers can be paired for a two-channel listening experience with an ultra-wide soundstage, even at off-axis listening positions, via the BluOS app.
• Elliptical Acoustically Transparent Cabinet: Contemporary space-saving design in satin black or white, with optional WM230 wall mount and FS230 floorstands for installation flexibility.
• Five Touch Preset Buttons with Proximity Sensor: One-touch access to favourite stations or playlists via illuminated top-panel touch controls, which activate on approach via the built-in proximity sensor.
• Wireless Pulse Sub Plus Pairing: Pairs wirelessly over the BluOS network with the Pulse Sub Plus for expanded bass in a compact 2.1 or surround system without subwoofer cabling.
• Voice Control: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Siri compatibility via external smart speaker or app — no internal microphone in the Pulse M.

Technical Specifications

Connections at a Glance

• Network: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) dual-band, Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45)
• Wireless: AirPlay 2, Bluetooth 5.0 aptX HD (two-way), wireless Pulse Sub+ pairing
• Input: 1x Combo mini-TosLink optical / stereo 3.5mm analogue, USB Type-A
• Output: 3.5mm headphone (wired), Bluetooth transmit (wireless headphones)

What's in the Box

• Bluesound Pulse M Omni-Hybrid Wireless Streaming Speaker
• 120V AC Power Cord
• 230V AC Power Cord
• Ethernet Cable
• TosLink Optical to 3.5mm Mini Adapter
• Quick Setup Guide
• Safety and Warranty Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Bluesound Pulse M?

The Bluesound Pulse M is a wireless streaming speaker from Bluesound (Pickering, Ontario, Canada), featuring a unique Omni-Hybrid driver design with one upfiring 5.25-inch woofer, a custom acoustic reflector, and two 0.75-inch tweeters at 45-degree offsets — producing immersive 360-degree sound at nearly every listening angle. It delivers 80W of Smart DSP amplification, supports hi-res audio up to 24-bit/192kHz with MQA decoding, runs BluOS with Tidal, Qobuz, and Spotify, and supports AirPlay 2, Roon Ready, Bluetooth 5.0 aptX HD, and wireless surround sound integration in a Bluesound home theatre system.

What makes the Omni-Hybrid driver design different from a conventional speaker?

A conventional forward-facing speaker projects most of its sound in one direction — the listener must be positioned in a relatively narrow sweet spot in front of it for optimal audio. The Pulse M's Omni-Hybrid design uses an upfiring woofer that projects bass and lower midrange energy upward into a custom acoustic reflector, which redirects it outward in all directions simultaneously. The two tweeters, offset at 45 degrees from each other, disperse high-frequency energy in a wide horizontal arc. The result is a speaker that fills a room with consistent, lush audio regardless of the listener's position — making it ideal for rooms where listeners move around, for corner placement, or for use as a rear surround channel where off-axis consistency is essential.

Can the Bluesound Pulse M be used as a home theatre rear surround speaker?

Yes. The Pulse M is specifically designed for use as wireless rear surround channel speakers in a Bluesound home theatre group. Two Pulse M units are assigned as rear surrounds in the BluOS app alongside a Pulse Soundbar Plus at the front and a Pulse Sub Plus for bass — creating a fully wireless surround sound system without AV receiver cabling or speaker wire runs to the rear of the room. The Omni-Hybrid driver's wide dispersion is particularly well suited to the rear surround role, where sound should envelop the listener from all angles.

Does the Bluesound Pulse M support Roon?

Yes. The Pulse M is Roon Ready certified and appears as a certified playback zone in a Roon system, supporting all Roon audio formats up to 24-bit/192kHz. Roon Core must run on a separate dedicated device — a Roon Nucleus, NAS, or compatible computer — on the same network as the Pulse M.

How does the Bluesound Pulse M compare to the Pulse Mini 2i?

The Pulse Mini 2i is a conventional forward-facing stereo speaker with two 4-inch woofers and two 0.75-inch tweeters — suited to bookshelf, desktop, and AV shelf placement where the listener sits in front of the speaker. The Pulse M uses an Omni-Hybrid upfiring design that disperses sound in all directions, making it better suited to central room placement, corner placement, or surround sound roles where off-axis coverage across a large area is the priority. The Pulse Mini 2i delivers 100W vs. the Pulse M's 80W and has a wider frequency response starting at 50Hz vs. the Pulse M's 60Hz. The right choice depends on the room layout and whether directional or omnidirectional coverage is preferred.

Does the Bluesound Pulse M have a built-in microphone for voice control?

No. The Pulse M contains no internal microphone. Voice control via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple Siri is achieved through an external smart speaker or device — such as an Amazon Echo or Apple HomePod — connected to the same account. The voice assistant then sends commands to the Pulse M through its respective skill or integration within the BluOS platform.

Where can I buy the Bluesound Pulse M in Toronto, Canada?

The Bluesound Pulse M is available at Vinyl Sound in Toronto, Canada. As an authorized Bluesound dealer, Vinyl Sound serves audiophiles and music lovers across the Greater Toronto Area and Canada. Shop online at vinylsound.ca or visit the showroom to hear the Pulse M's 360-degree Omni-Hybrid sound in person as part of a complete Bluesound demonstration.