Sound Quality, Performance, and Value Cannot Be Ignored
The Innuos PULSE Network Music Player is the perfect choice for audiophiles wanting to get the most more out of their player for an immensely pleasurable listening experience. As the middle player of the PULSE series, the sound quality, performance, and value of the PULSE simply can't be ignored.
For a nice step-up from the PULSEmini, Innuos engineered the PULSE by adding some significant improvements that increase its performance and how it sounds. For starters, PULSE raises the bar by integrating its new custom RECAP2 LPSU power supply, designed in collaboration with Dr. Sean Jacobs.
Designed for High Performance
In addition to its substantial linear power supply, PULSE has upgraded coaxial and optical digital outputs with the addition of a balanced AES/EBU digital output for further connectivity with audio systems.
Asymmetrical feet are installed on PULSE to support the player while also being strategically placed to help dampen vibration from the sound system during playback. Even small details like this can add up to improving your music listening experience.
PULSE also has 8GB RAM for handling even larger music library databases.
Visually, PULSE fits well in any system with its wider stance and its bead-blasted, anodized wide front panel made from the best grade aluminum in your choice of Silver or Black.
PULSE is a Powerful Performer
The sum of PULSE's parts make for one remarkable Network Music Player. The high-grade components used in PULSE's improved power supply reveal more depth, spaciousness and presence in your music for a memorable listening experience. Pulse's 8GB of RAM is double that of the PULSEmini for improved search speed.
Using Innuos' exclusive innuOS operating system, PULSE is configured and optimized from the ground up for the perfect balance of performance and simplicity. Control your library from the comfort of your tablet or smartphone - no computer required.
Two Modes of Play
Each PULSE series Network Music Player has two modes: Standalone Mode and Endpoint Mode. These modes give you the flexibility to configure your network music player to work the way you want it to.
In Standalone mode, you can use the Innuos Sense app to play streaming services, Internet Radio, and music stored on a NAS, to a multitude of audio systems. In this mode, the PULSE becomes the center of your audio system, enabling you also to use the Sense app with other streaming devices on your network.
In Endpoint Mode, PULSE connects to a main music server, be it an Innuos Music Server, HQ Player or any Logitech Media Server based server. The PULSE will then show as a zone on the respective music server app and you can use your preferred app to browse and play music through the PULSE.
Convenient Design
With its compact footprint, low-power efficiency, quiet operation, and range of connectivity, the PULSE is a convenient and discreet music streamer for all your music from an Innuos music server, HiFi streaming services and internet radio.
PULSE was designed as the perfect step up for better music playback. Its high-quality power supply components, floating SDD for the innuOS Operating System, paired with a custom motherboard and premium components offer substantially improved musical performance that far better than using a computer for streaming.
Connectivity Made Easy
PULSE outputs PCM up to 32bit/768kHz as well as up to DSD512 via USB to compatible DACs. It features coaxial, optical SPDIF and AES/EBU outputs capable of up to 24bit/192kHz.
MQA Core Decoding
The PULSE supports MQA Core Software Decoding. This means you can playback MQA audio files and streams, delivering the sound of the original master recording. MQA Core software decoding is provided free of charge and enables streaming and playback of MQA files up to 24bit/96 kHz for non-MQA DACs and up to 24bit/384 kHz for MQA Renderer/Decoder DACs. PULSE can also passthrough MQA files to MQA Full Decoder DACs.
(Please note that InnuOS Operating System 2.3 or higher is required for MQA Core Decoding.
The Innuos Sense App Provides Easy Control
Managing your music should never get in the way of listening to your music. It should complement the experience. The Innuos Sense app is a powerful music management tool that works the way you do. It is made to help you manage, organize, and play your music and navigate streaming services with ease.
The Sense app is available as a free download and tightly integrates with high-end online music services and the innuOS Operating System to deliver optimal music playback with a multitude of features. These include seamless and automatic ripping of CDs on Innuos music servers, Qobuz and TIDAL integration including Artist Bios, Related Artists, Top Tracks, and more, and management of Qobuz and TIDAL albums together with albums stored on a Network Attached Storage (NAS) for a unified Music Library. (See our FEATURES & SPECS tab for more.)
