Bluesound PULSE CINEMA MINI Soundbar

The Bluesound PULSE CINEMA MINI is a compact 2.1-channel wireless streaming soundbar built for premium home theater sound in smaller spaces. Angled drivers, dual built-in woofers, and Smart DSP amplification deliver clear dialogue, room-filling width, and punchy bass—while Dolby Atmos processing adds immersive, virtualized height effects for movies, TV, and gaming. With BluOS built in, it’s also a serious music system: stream high-resolution audio, enjoy MQA playback, and play everything from your favorite services to local libraries with fast app control. Hook it up in minutes via HDMI eARC, optical, or analog RCA, then expand anytime with a wired subwoofer or wireless PULSE SUB+, and even add Bluesound speakers for wireless surround. The Bluesound PULSE CINEMA MINI is part of ListenUp's Bluesound Home Theater Collection.

What It's Good At:

• Delivering big, cinematic sound in condos, bedrooms, dens, and smaller living rooms
• Creating immersive movie and gaming audio with Dolby Atmos processing (virtualized height effects)
• Simple, premium TV connectivity with HDMI eARC plus optical and analog inputs
• Whole-home music with BluOS multi-room streaming and app-based control
• Upgrade-friendly expansion: add wired or wireless subwoofer and optional wireless surround speakers
• Clean installs and flexible placement with automatic orientation sensing and an included wall-mount bracket

Bluesound PULSE CINEMA MINI Full Specifications:

• SKU/Version: P431
• Wireless Speaker: No
• Speaker Configuration: 2.1
• Amplification: Smart DSP Amplifier
• Rated Power Output: 280W total system power (38W x2 Tweeter; 38W x2 Mid-Range; 65W x2 Woofer)
• Drivers: 0.75" (21mm) Tweeter x2; 1.5" (45mm) Mid-Range x2; 4" (102mm) Woofer x2; 4" (102mm) Passive Radiator x2
• Supported Audio File Formats: MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, OPUS
• Supported High-Quality Audio File Formats: FLAC, MQA, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS
• DSD Support: DSD256
• Supported Multi-Channel Audio Formats: Dolby Digital, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, *LPCM
• Native Sampling Rates: Up to 192 kHz
• Bit Depth: 16–24
• Audio Controls & EQ: BluOS Control App
• Distortion: THD+N, 0.030%
• Frequency Response: N/A
• Operating System: BluOS
• App Controller Operating Systems: iOS, Android, Windows, macOS
• Processor: ARM Cortex-A53, Quad-Core, 1.8GHz per core
• Supported Network File Sharing: SMB up to 200,000 files
• Album Art Supported: JPG, PNG
• Music Services & Internet Radio: 23+
• 3rd-Party Integrations: AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect (also support for Spotify Lossless), Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Roon Ready
• Control System Integrations: Crestron, Control4, RTI, Nice, URC, Lutron
• Voice Control Integrations: Amazon Alexa Skills
• Power Supply: Universal 2-pin AC cord input (100–240AC)
• Ethernet/LAN: Ethernet RJ45, Gigabit 1000Mbps
• Wi-Fi Built In: 2x Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual-band
• Bluetooth Quality: Bluetooth 5.2 aptX Adaptive
• Bluetooth Connectivity: Two-way (transmit & receive)
• IR Optical Built In: IR sensor built in (front panel) with IR learning
• Optical/Analog Input: Toslink Optical, RCA Analog
• HDMI Input: HDMI eARC
• USB In: Type A (FAT32, NTFS formatted) — external storage only
• Local Server Mode: Supported
• Headphone Output: Bluetooth
• Subwoofer Output: RCA x1; wireless to PULSE SUB+
• Status Indicator: LED
• Play/Pause Button: Touch LED
• Volume Control Buttons: Touch LED
• Previous/Next Track Buttons: In-app
• Preset Buttons: Touch LED x2 (2 programmable quick-touch presets)
• Proximity Sensor: Yes
• Finish/Colors: Black, Tan
• Max Power Consumption: N/A
• Storage Environment: -10°C to 50°C, 20% to 80% relative humidity
• Operating Environment: 0°C to 40°C
• Product Dimensions (Table): 850 x 74 x 140 mm (W x H x D) / 33.34 x 2.91 x 5.51 in (W x H x D)
• Product Dimensions (Wall Mounted): 850 x 140 x 84.5 mm (W x H x D) / 33.34 x 5.51 x 3.33 in (W x H x D)
• Weight: 5.20 kg / 11.46 lbs
• Included Accessories: 120V AC Power Cord; 230V AC Power Cord; Ethernet Cable; HDMI Cable; Wall Mount Bracket; Wall Mount Template; Wall Mount M6 Bolt x2; Wall Mount Hex Tool; Safety/Warranty Guide; Quick Setup Guide

Bluesound PULSE CINEMA MINI Q&A:

Does the PULSE CINEMA MINI support Dolby Atmos?

Yes. It includes Dolby Atmos processing that creates virtualized height effects for a more immersive, cinematic presentation.

What’s the easiest way to connect it to a TV?

Use HDMI eARC for the simplest setup and best compatibility, or connect via optical Toslink. There’s also an analog RCA input for other sources.

Can I add a subwoofer for more bass?

Yes. You can connect a sub via the RCA subwoofer output, or expand wirelessly with the Bluesound PULSE SUB+.

Can this soundbar be expanded into a surround system?

Yes. You can add compatible Bluesound speakers (such as PULSE M or PULSE FLEX) for wireless surround and pair with SUB+ for deeper low-end impact.

What streaming and multi-room features are built in?

BluOS is built in for multi-room streaming, app control, and access to 23+ music services and internet radio, plus integrations like AirPlay 2 and Roon Ready.

Does it play high-resolution audio formats?

Yes. It supports high-res playback up to 192 kHz/24-bit, plus MQA and DSD256 support.

Can I use Bluetooth, and will it work with headphones?

Yes. It supports Bluetooth 5.2 with aptX Adaptive, offers two-way Bluetooth (transmit/receive), and can output to Bluetooth headphones.

Can it be wall mounted, and what colors are available?

Yes—there’s a wall-mount bracket included. It’s available in Black or Tan finishes.

Bluesound PULSE CINEMA MINI Downloads:

Bluesound PULSE CINEMA MINI Manual
Bluesound PULSE CINEMA MINI Data Sheet

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