A streaming soundbar from Bluesound with virtual Dolby Atmos, 120 W of total system power, HDMI eARC and BluOS multi-room streaming. Built-in dual-band Wi-Fi 5, Gigabit Ethernet, AirPlay 2, two-way aptX HD Bluetooth and a wireless subwoofer output. It can be expanded with a Pulse Sub+ and a pair of Pulse Flex 2i speakers as wireless rear channels.
This is an ex-display item, sold as-is with full manufacturer's warranty. Can be bundled with wireless Pulse Flex 2i speakers as rear surrounds.
Bluesound describes the Pulse Soundbar+ as an audiophile-grade soundbar for home entertainment. It says the soundbar replaces the need for a bulky AV receiver, and is designed to fit under a TV.
Why you will love it
Eight speakers and 120 W
Bluesound says eight Class D powered speakers create 120 watts of sound. Bluesound lists two 1 inch tweeters, two 2 inch mid-range drivers, two 4 inch woofers and two 4 inch passive radiators.
Frequency response is listed as plus or minus 1 dB from 70 Hz to 20 kHz, 3 dB down at 55 Hz and 3 dB down at 25 Hz. A 24-bit audio processing chain and a quad-core 1.8 GHz ARM Cortex-A53 processor handle the audio.


Dolby Atmos and listening profiles
Bluesound calls its Dolby Atmos a virtual implementation, with sound positioned around you for a wider and higher soundstage. It lists Dolby Atmos and Dolby Digital as supported multi-channel formats.
There are four listening profiles: Movie, Music, Late Night and Off. Bluesound recommends placing the soundbar with Dolby Atmos placement in mind, as set out in the owner's manual.
BluOS streaming and multi-room
BluOS is Bluesound's streaming system. Bluesound lists AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect (including Spotify Lossless), Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect and Roon Ready. It says you can sync with a personal music library over Wi-Fi.
Bluesound lists support for FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF and MPEG-4 SLS hi-res files, with native sampling rates up to 192 kHz and 16 to 24 bit depths. Control is through the BluOS app, with adjustable EQ and DSP settings.

Connections and control
The soundbar connects to a TV by HDMI eARC, using the supplied HDMI cable, or by TOSLINK optical or a 3.5 mm analogue input. It also has Gigabit Ethernet, a USB Type-A input, dual-band Wi-Fi 5, and two-way Bluetooth with aptX HD support.
An IR sensor learns commands from your TV remote, and Bluesound says the RC1 remote also works. Bluesound lists voice control with Amazon Alexa.
Wireless surround and wall mounting
Bluesound says you can add a Pulse Sub+ and a pair of Pulse Flex 2i speakers as dedicated rear channels for wireless surround sound. The soundbar also has an RCA analogue subwoofer output and a wireless subwoofer output.
Bluesound lists a wall mount bracket and template, and kickstand feet for placing the soundbar on a shelf. It says the soundbar can be attached to the bracket with the back panel facing up or down.
Is it right for you?
A great fit if you…
- Want a single soundbar for TV, music streaming and multi-room
- Want HDMI eARC and a single-cable TV connection
- Plan to add a Pulse Sub+ and Pulse Flex 2i rears later
- Use Apple devices, Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz or Roon
Worth knowing
- Bluesound describes its Dolby Atmos as virtual, not as upward-firing speakers
- The HDMI connection is eARC/ARC to your TV. Bluesound does not list additional HDMI inputs
- Bluesound lists voice control with Amazon Alexa. Its current specification does not list Google Assistant
- Control is through the BluOS app
- Bluesound lists Black and White finishes
Build your system
Bluesound says you can expand the soundbar into a wireless surround system.
- Subwoofer: Add the Bluesound Pulse Sub+
- Rear channels: Add a pair of Bluesound Pulse Flex 2i speakers as wireless rears
- More soundbars: Browse soundbars
Specifications
Streaming and control
| Operating system | BluOS |
|---|---|
| Supported file formats | MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC, OPUS |
| Hi-res file formats | FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS |
| Multi-channel formats | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital |
| Sampling rates and bit depth | Up to 192 kHz; 16 to 24 bit |
| Network file sharing | Server Message Block (SMB) |
| Integrations | AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Roon Ready |
| Voice control | Amazon Alexa Skills |
| Control systems | Control4, Crestron, URC, RTI, ELAN, Lutron, Josh.ai |
| Controls | Touch LED play/pause and volume; track skip, presets, audio controls and EQ in the BluOS app |
Audio
| Power output | 120 W total system power |
|---|---|
| Speakers | 2 x 1 inch (25 mm) tweeter; 2 x 2 inch (50 mm) mid-range; 2 x 4 inch (102 mm) woofer; 2 x 4 inch (102 mm) passive radiator |
| Frequency response | +/- 1 dB 70 Hz - 20 kHz; 3 dB down at 55 Hz; 3 dB down at 25 Hz |
| Distortion | THD+N 0.030% |
| Processor | ARM Cortex-A53, quad-core, 1.8 GHz per core |
Connections
| HDMI | HDMI eARC |
|---|---|
| Digital and analogue input | TOSLINK optical; 3.5 mm analogue line in |
| USB | Type A input (FAT32 formatted); Type B (mini) for servicing |
| Ethernet | RJ45, Gigabit (1000 Mbps) |
| Wi-Fi | 2x Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual-band |
| Bluetooth | Two-way (transmit and receive), aptX HD; Bluetooth 5.0 per the datasheet |
| Subwoofer output | 1 x RCA analogue; 1 x wireless via secondary Wi-Fi module |
| Headphone output | Bluetooth |
| IR | Front panel IR sensor with remote learning |
| Power | Universal bi-pin AC cord input (100-240 V AC) |
Physical
| Dimensions | 1073 x 141 x 70 mm (W x H x D), without wall bracket or kickstands |
|---|---|
| Weight | 6.8 kg |
| Finish | Black or White (Bluesound lists both) |
Specifications from Bluesound's Pulse Soundbar+ product page and datasheet (Bluesound global site, no Australian page), checked November 2026.
What is in the box
- Pulse Soundbar+
- 120 V AC and 230 V AC power cords
- Ethernet cable
- Optical audio cable
- HDMI cable
- Wall mount bracket, template and 8 spacers
- 2 kickstand feet
- Safety guide and quick setup guide
Questions people ask
Does it support Dolby Atmos?
Yes. Bluesound lists Dolby Atmos and Dolby Digital, and describes its Atmos as a virtual implementation.
How do I connect it to my TV?
With HDMI eARC using the supplied HDMI cable, or by TOSLINK optical or 3.5 mm analogue input.
Can I add a subwoofer and rear speakers?
Yes. Bluesound says you can add a Pulse Sub+ and a pair of Pulse Flex 2i speakers as wireless rear channels. There is also an RCA subwoofer output.
Which streaming services does it support?
Bluesound lists AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect and Roon Ready, plus more than 23 music service integrations in its datasheet.
Does it work with voice assistants?
Bluesound lists Amazon Alexa Skills in its current specification.
Can it be wall mounted?
Yes. A wall mount bracket and template are listed, along with kickstand feet for shelf placement.