PULSEmini has the power and reliability to run our Operating System specifically configured for optimal music playback.
HARDWARE
What’s inside PULSEmini is what makes your music sound so much better.
⦿ 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
Similar to the ZENmini, the PULSEmini is fully compatible with our optional external Linear Power Supply (LPSU)
Similar to the ZENmini, the PULSEmini is fully compatible with our optional external Linear Power Supply (LPSU)
PASSION FOR MUSIC
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.
EUR €1 149
GBP £1 049
USD $1 449
CAD $1 849
Controlled via the Innuos Sense App
Sense delivers optimal music playback with the following features:
Main Features
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.
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.
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.
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.
Powerful Performer
Using our own exclusive Sense 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.
MQA Core Decoding
PULSEmini supports MQA Core Software Decoding, which means you can playback MQA audio files, 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.
Sense 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 |
Reviews and Awards
PULSEmini
``The smallest and most affordable Innuos network player convinces with its sonically balanced, detailed and unagitated fluid playing``
Fritz Schwertfeger
Fairaudio
``O PULSEmini é um excelente transporte digital e um bom DAC de entrada``
Miguel Marques
Audio & Cinema em Casa
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(Portuguese)
`` 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
