Innuos PULSE Streamer

• Providing a step-up from the PULSEmini, we engineered the PULSE by adding some significant improvements that increase its performance and how it sounds. For starters, PULSE raises the bar by integrating our new custom RECAP2 LPSU power supply, designed in collaboration with Dr. Sean Jacobs. The RECAP2 uses only high-grade components including:
  ⦿ Medical-grade filtered IEC
  ⦿ Audio-grade toroidal transformer with an epoxy-filled center for dampening vibration, magnetic screening with coated SYN-SHIELD copper tape between windings and wrapped in black Mylar Tape
  ⦿ Over 40000 µF of high-end Mundorf Capacitors
  ⦿ Coilcraft Inductor
• BUILT TO PERFORM
  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.
• THE CONTENDERThe PULSE Network Music Player is the perfect choice for someone seeking a bit more out of their player. As the middle player of the PULSE series its sound quality, performance and value simply can’t be ignored.
  Controlled via Innuos Sense App
• 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. Sense is available as a free download and tightly integrates with high-end online music services and our in-house developed innuOS Operating System to deliver optimal music playback with the following features:
• Qobuz and Tidal MAX integration including Artist Bios, Related Artists, Top Tracks and expanded streaming experience with Deezer and Hi-Res Audio
• Management of Qobuz and Tidal MAX albums together with albums stored on one or more Network Attached Storage (NAS) for a unified Music Library
• Internet Radio with easy preset facilities, plus access to FLAC Radio Paradise streams and mixes
• Fast, integrated searches through internet radio, streaming services, local files and NAS drives
• Easy creation of playlists from multiple streaming services, local files and NAS drives
• Ability to play music from connected USB storage 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
• Multiple ways to browse music (by Artist, Albums, Tracks, Tags etc...) with fast A-Z navigation
• 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 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 server running Logitech Media 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.
  
• 01. 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.
  
• 02.Hi-Fi Engineering
  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.
  
• 03.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.
  
• 04.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 our 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.
  
• 05. MQA Core Decoding
  PULSE 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. PULSE can also passthrough MQA files to MQA Full Decoder DACs.
  InnuOS Operating System 2.3 or higher is required for MQA Core Decoding.
  
  

• Specifications
• AUDIO OUTPUTS
  Digital OutputCoaxial SPDIF (Up to 24bit/192KHz PCM)Optical SPDIF (Up to 24bit/192KHz PCM)AES/EBU (Up to 24bit/192KHz PCM)USB (Up to 32bit/768KHz, Up to DSD256 via DoP, Up to DSD512 via Native DSD)
• CONNECTIVITY
  Ethernet2 x rear panel RJ45 – Bridged Gigabit EthernetUSB4x USB 3.0
• FORMATS
  Audio Formats Supported for streaming and playingWAV, 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 InterfaceModern Web Browsers from iOS, Android, Windows and Mac OS XMobileInnuos Sense App (iOS/Android/Kindle Fire)
• HARDWARE
  CPUIntel Quad Core N4200Memory8GB DDR3 Low-Voltage RAM (4GB Dedicated for RAM Playback)
• REQUIREMENTS
  NetworkInternet connection to access Internet Radio, Streaming Services and software updatesNetwork router with at least one available ethernet portPremium subscription required for some streaming services such as Spotify, Qobuz and Tidal
• POWER
  Mains Supply230V AC / 115V AC – Internal Linear Power SupplyPower Consumption (Idle)7WPower Consumption (Peak)
  Standalone mode 13.7W
• PHYSICAL
• Dimensions
  300mm x 250mm x 74mm (W x D x H)
• Weight
  4,9 Kg
• In the box
  Innuos PULSE Network Player
  Mains Cable
  2m Ethernet Cable
  Quick Start Guide
  
  
  

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