PSB iQ2 BluOS Streaming Powered Speakers - Pair

Real Stereo Sound Without a Separate Amplifier

The PSB iQ2 is a pair of powered stereo speakers with BluOS streaming built in. Each cabinet houses its own amplifier. So there's no separate receiver or amp to add.

A 3/4-inch aluminum dome tweeter and a 4-inch cone woofer sit in each cabinet. Every tweeter gets its own 45-watt amplifier, and every woofer gets its own 90-watt amplifier, for 270 watts of total system power.

The two speakers talk to each other over a low-latency wireless link rather than a cable. Each one runs full amplification on its own side, so neither speaker is doing more work than the other.

This listing is the iQ2 pair. PSB offers seven finishes: Black, White, Granite Grey, Sandstone Beige, Ember Red, Boreal Green, and a premium Walnut veneer. That is more choice than powered speakers usually get.

One System for Streaming, TV, and Vinyl

BluOS handles wireless streaming from more than 20 services, plus multi-room playback if you add more BluOS gear around your home. Bluetooth with aptX Adaptive covers quick connections from a phone or laptop.

An HDMI eARC input lets the iQ2 pair double as your TV's sound system, no soundbar required. An optical input and a built-in MM phono stage round out the connections, so a turntable can plug in directly.

On-axis frequency response spans 64Hz to 20kHz. Bass reaches down to 35Hz at the -10dB point, helped along by the bass reflex cabinet. That is real low end from a box this size.

Each speaker measures 5.7 inches wide, 9.7 inches tall, and 7.6 inches deep. Together, the pair weighs 16.2 pounds. Top-panel touch controls cover volume, source selection, and two saved presets.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Ryan Waniata reviewed the iQ2 for ecoustics.com in August 2026. He described its sound as "clean, smooth, and effortlessly natural, with accurate stereo imaging and more bass than you'd expect."

He did flag a real issue with the HDMI eARC connection, writing that he "experienced audio cutouts across multiple TVs." He recommended PSB fix the issue but still found plenty to like in the speakers themselves.

Simon Lucas reviewed it for TechRadar in July 2026, calling it an "energetic, engaging listen" with strong "detail retrieval."

Even so, his overall take was positive: he called the iQ2 "a likeable, listenable little system."

Who Is This System Best For?

• Anyone who wants real stereo sound without a separate amp. Each speaker has its own full amplifier built in, so there's nothing else to buy to get started.
• Listeners who stream from multiple services. BluOS covers more than 20 services plus Bluetooth, all from one system.
• Anyone who wants one system to handle TV, streaming, and vinyl. HDMI eARC, optical, and a built-in phono stage all come standard.
• Shoppers who want proven, independently reviewed sound quality. Multiple named reviewers praised its clean, detailed sound.
• Your cartridge is moving coil — the built-in phono input is set up for moving magnet, so a moving coil wants an outboard phono preamplifier feeding one of the line inputs instead.

How Does It Connect to Your System?

Run an HDMI cable from your TV's eARC-compatible port to the iQ2 for TV sound without a soundbar. Connect a turntable to the built-in MM phono input, or a disc player or streaming box using the optical input.

Join the iQ2 to your home Wi-Fi network through the BluOS app to stream services directly, or pair a phone or laptop over Bluetooth for quick listening.

Place the two speakers on either side of your TV or listening area. They link wirelessly to each other, so there's no cable to run between them.

Pairs Well With

Building your system? Here are some great companions for the PSB iQ2:

• Turntables that connect straight to the iQ2's built-in phono stage
• Phono cartridges to get the most from that phono input
• Digital cables to wire an HDMI eARC or optical source
• Audio racks or stands to place the pair at the right height

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a separate amplifier or receiver?

Each speaker has its own built-in amplifier, so the iQ2 pair works as a complete system on its own.

How do the two speakers connect to each other?

Over a wireless link rather than a cable. Each speaker still runs its own full amplifier, so sound quality doesn't depend on one unit feeding the other.

Can I use this as my TV's sound system?

Yes, through its HDMI eARC input. One reviewer did report occasional audio cutouts with certain TVs, so it's worth checking compatibility with your setup.

Does it have a phono input for a turntable?

Yes, a built-in MM phono stage is included. Reviewers found it functional but not the standout part of the system.

What finishes are available?

Black, White, Granite Grey, Sandstone Beige, Ember Red, Boreal Green, and a premium Walnut veneer are all available.

See It in Action

The Absolute Sound reviews the iQ2 as a complete streaming system:

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