PULSEmini

Getting the most enjoyment out of your favorite music is now within reach with the PULSEmini. Whether you’re just getting started exploring HiFi quality audio, or you’re looking for the convenience of expanding your existing HiFi setup to include streaming in new locations, PULSEmini is the perfect place to start.

PULSEmini has the power and reliability to run innuOS Operating System specifically configured for optimal music playback.

HARDWARE
What’s inside PULSEmini is what makes your music sound so much better.
⦿ Custom-designed motherboard with an Intel quad-core processor
⦿ Compact design with quiet, fanless operation
⦿ Includes both analog and digital outputs (RCA, USB, Optical and Coaxial SPDIF)
⦿ Industrial-Grade SSD module specifically for the Operating System with power-loss protection
⦿ Low-Density Parity Check ECC engine and Global Wear-Levelling technologies
⦿ 4GB of highly reliable Industrial-Grade RAM
Like the ZENmini, PULSEmini is also compatible with the external optional Linear Power Supply (LPSU)
PASSION FOR MUSIC
At Innuos, we make music playback quality our priority. The PULSEmini may be our entry-level network music player, but how it sounds makes clear you’re listening to something special. With output resolutions up to 32bit/768kHz and DSD512, PULSEmini delivers music quality that’s unexpected in its class.

If you’re putting a PULSEmini in your living space, it should look as good as it sounds. Following on the design of our acclaimed ZEN Series, the PULSEmini features a chassis with a front panel bead-blasted and anodized from the best grade aluminum for a perfect finish.
Innuos PULSEmini is an incredibly capable music streamer that plays well with others.
RECOMMENDED RETAIL PRICE

EUR €1 149

GBP £1 049

USD $1 449

CAD $1 849

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Controlled via the Innuos Sense App

Navigating your music collection is now more intuitive and responsive, offering a premium experience whether you’re ripping CDs, creating playlists, importing files, or exploring streaming services.

Sense delivers optimal music playback with the following features:

  • Seamless and automatic ripping of CDs on Innuos music servers
  • Navigating streaming services like Qobuz, Tidal, Deezer or HighResAudio with ease. TIDAL Connect and MAX resolution supported, with more streaming services to come
  • Fully unified library combining music stored locally (on Innuos music servers) or on a NAS with music from Qobuz and TIDAL, blending related artists and discographies
  • Internet Radio with easy preset creation
  • Radio Paradise, a popular internet-radio service available in CD-quality FLAC
  • Easy creation of mixed playlists plus support for Qobuz collaborative playlists, with fast universal searches across multiple streaming services and music stored locally or on NAS drives
  • Curated and configurable Smart Mixes based on your music
  • Home Screen widgets allow you to customize and access your favorite features at the touch of a button
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    PULSE mini

    FLEXIBILITY
    Each PULSE series Network Music Player has two modes – these modes give you the flexibility to configure your network music player to work the way you want it to. Your music, played your way.

    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 PULSEmini 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, PULSEmini connects to a main music server, be it an Innuos Music Server, HQ Player or any Logitech Media Server based server. The PULSEmini 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 PULSEmini.

    TEAM PLAYER
    PULSEmini is an incredibly capable music streamer that plays well with others; like others in the PULSE series, it’s perfect for playing music stored on other devices thanks to its flexibility and easy streaming from a NAS drive, music server or music streaming services seamlessly.

    01.

    Convenient Design

    With its compact footprint, low-power efficiency, quiet operation and range of connectivity, the PULSEmini is a convenient and discreet music streamer for all your music from an Innuos music server, HiFi streaming services and internet radio.

    02.

    Hi-Fi Engineering

    The PULSEmini offers more than just casual usage – the innuOS Operating System, paired with a custom motherboard and premium components offer far greater musical performance than using a computer for streaming.

    03.

    Connectivity Made Easy

    PULSEmini outputs PCM up to 32bit/768kHz as well as up to DSD512 via USB to compatible DACs. It features coaxial and optical SPDIF outputs capable of up to 24bit/192kHz.

    Don’t have a DAC yet? No problem. PULSEmini has its own integrated DAC. This means you can now connect directly to all your favorite devices such as Soundbars, AV Receivers or Integrated Amplifiers the easy way using RCA analog connections.

    04.

    Powerful Performer

    Using our own exclusive innuOS operating system, our network music players and servers are 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.

    05.

    MQA Core Decoding

    PULSEmini supports MQA Core Software Decoding, which 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. PULSEmini can also passthrough MQA files to MQA Full Decoder DACs.

    InnuOS Operating System 2.3 or higher is required for MQA Core Decoding.

    Visit our MQA page for more information.

    Specifications

    AUDIO OUTPUTS

    Digital Output Coaxial SPDIF (Up to 24bit/192KHz PCM)
    Optical SPDIF (Up to 24bit/192KHz PCM)
    USB (Up to 32bit/768KHz, Up to DSD256 via DoP, Up to DSD512 via Native DSD)
    Internal DAC TI PCM5102 supporting 24bit/192KHz PCM
    Analogue Output RCA Analog

    CONNECTIVITY

    Ethernet 2 x rear panel RJ45 – Bridged Gigabit Ethernet
    USB 4x USB 3.0

    FORMATS

    Audio Formats Supported for streaming and playing WAV, AIFF, FLAC, ALAC, AAC, MP3, MQA (with supported DACs)

    ENDPOINT MODE

    Connects to Innuos Music Servers, Logitech Media Server based Servers or HQPlayer Server

    USER CONTROL INTERFACES

    Web Interface Modern Web Browsers from iOS, Android, Windows and Mac OS X
    Mobile Interface Innuos Sense App (iOS/Android/Kindle Fire)

    HARDWARE

    CPU Intel Quad Core N4200
    Memory 4GB DDR3 Low-Voltage RAM (2GB Dedicated for RAM Playback)
    Storage None (SSD only for operating system)

    STREAMING AND DAC SUPPORT

    UPnP/DLNA Controls selected UPnP streamers as endpoints via Sense
    Streaming Services Qobuz, Tidal, HighResAudio, Deezer, Radio Paradise, Internet Radio
    USB DAC Support USB DACs complying to USB Audio Class 2
    USB DACs supporting DSD over DoP protocol
    Selected USB DACs supporting Native DSD

    REQUIREMENTS

    Network Internet connection to access Internet Radio, Streaming Services and software updates
    Network router with at least one available ethernet port
    Premium subscription required for some streaming services such as Spotify, Qobuz and Tidal

    POWER

    Mains Supply Low ripple Power Adapter, 230/115V, 12V 5A, CEC Level V efficiency
    Power Consumption (Idle) 6W
    Power Consumption (Peak)

    Standalone Mode

    		 13.7W

    PHYSICAL

    Dimensions 227mm x 160mm x 74mm (W x D x H)
    Weight 1,8 Kg
    In the box Innuos PULSEmini Network Player
    AC/DC Power Adapter
    Mains Cable
    2m Ethernet Cable
    Quick Start Guide

    Manuals

    Reviews and Awards

    The Ear Best Buy

    `` Anyone looking to get a good start with streaming should consider it and likewise anyone with a decent DAC will be surprised at what it can deliver. It competes with entry level models from the big brands by keeping the casework compact and devoid of displays with the money spent where it counts. The Sense app is excellent too and an a clear upgrade on the apps found with some of the more established brands in this game. All in all the Pulsemini is a streamer that can deliver high resolution musical entertainment to an impressive standard for its price.``

    Jason Kennedy

    The Ear

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    PULSEmini is an entry level system

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