Description
A TRUE ALL-IN-ONE SYSTEM
Alpha iQ speakers are designed for modern music lovers – thanks to the BluOS user interface, you can stream music from all streaming services and connect TV sound and other wired program sources to the system.
Just connect the mains cables to the speakers and the program sources that require a cable to the other speaker and that's it.
Alpha IQ is fully multi-room compatible with all Bluesound products thanks to the same operating system.
THE IDEAL WIRELESS HIFI SYSTEM
Alpha iQ is a revolutionary "All in One" system. It combines a pair of speakers, a digital amplifier, streaming and the BluOS operating system with multi-room capabilities in one compact package.
ONE APP, FULL CONTROL
With the control application of the BluOS operating system, you take care of everything. You manage the streaming services, the system settings and, if necessary, the control of the different speakers of the multi-room system.
GREAT SOUND QUALITY
Alpha iQ is made of quality components, such as 19mm Ferrofluid dampened, aluminum dome tweeters equipped with Neodymium magnets, 100mm polypropylene bass drivers and an audiophile level D/A converter. The sound quality is distinctive and dynamic, as you would expect from PSB.
THE COMPLETE PACKAGE
Alpha iQ is not just a pair of speakers, but a complete music system. Thanks to its stylish and smart design, it is easy to place as part of your home decor.
FULFILLS ALL WISHES
Stream music from countless streaming services, raise the sound of the TV to a new level, even add a record player to the system. You can put several pairs of Alpha iQs in different rooms or add dozens of different Bluesound or NAD BluOs devices to the system. The possibilities are endless.
Alpha iQ streaming active speakers with the BluOS operating system
PSB Alpha iQ is a smart speaker of the new age: everything you need is in the same, compact and stylish housing. You don't need anything else: Alpha iQ speakers contain digital amplifiers and an easy-to-use BluOS streamer, with which you control music from streaming services or your digital music library, sound adjustments and, if necessary, your multi-room system. PSB Alpha iQ is a complete sound system for a small home or a flexible addition to a multi-room system in a large house
- 19mm aluminum dome tweeter, neodymium magnet and ferrofluid damping
- 100mm polypropylene mid-bass element, steel frame and rubber edge
- DSP assisted bass reflex tuning
- Built-in BluOS web streamer
- Audiophile grade D/A converters support HiRes data up to 24but/192kHz resolution
- AirPlay 2, Bluetooth, Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect support
Streaming active speakers
The PSB Alpha series went on sale in 1991 and since then has been highly regarded in the line of compact, affordable speakers. Now the new Alpha iQ updates the iconic Alpha speaker in one fell swoop to the top of the modern era. Amplifiers for each speaker element, streaming features with the reliable BluOS operating system, multi-room features make Alpha iQ superior wireless speakers. In stereo!
Alpha series background
Designed in 1991, the idea behind the original Alpha speakers was to develop an affordable speaker, where the only design goal was to make a good-sounding, affordable speaker. Paul S. Barton, the founder of PSB, put his passion and decades of expertise and the results of research conducted at the National Research Council of Canada (NRC) into play. The PSB Alpha was born, which quickly became one of the world's most respected affordable small speakers. In Finland, too, Alpha B won Hifimaailma magazine's test in its class.
Ease of use with one application
The BluOS Controller application makes listening to music easy. The connection to the Alpha iQ speakers is established automatically and with the help of the application you can easily choose your favorite music to play and control all functions. Music plays lossless up to 24bit/192kHz HiRes quality without delays, and you control functions wirelessly from any room with Apple iOS or Android devices.
Sound quality to be taken seriously
The Alpha iQ's sound is surprising: how can you get such a convincing sound from such a small speaker? Although the sound is surprising, there are no shortcuts: you need serious technology such as 19mm ferrofluid-damped aluminum tweeters with neodymium magnets, steel-framed 100mm polypropylene basses with rubber edges, powerful amplifiers and a DSP-controlled crossover filter. All of the above when installed in acoustically properly designed enclosures are a recipe for bass reproduction that feels unreal from such a small speaker.
A true All-In-One system
The PSB Alpha iQ is no ordinary pair of stereo speakers. It's a complete system that takes care of the entire sound reproduction on its own: just add a TV and you have the entire entertainment system for a small apartment ready! Thanks to the wireless technology, the Alpha iQs can be placed anywhere: only power cords to the wall. There is no need for a cable between the speakers, they pair wirelessly. The unique placement of the treble element below the bass element keeps the sound quality equally good when listening while sitting or standing.
A little giant of many possibilities
PSB Alpha iQ is a complete system in itself, but it can be much more. If you want, you can connect a TV to it and, in addition, a record player. It allows you to enjoy countless streaming services from your home couch. It can be part of a wider multi-room system, which you manage conveniently with one application on your mobile device. Best of all, with Alpha iQ your music unfolds in front of you in stereo! A real little revolution for home sound reproduction.
Features and specifications
• 19mm aluminum dome tweeter, neodymium magnet and ferrofluid damping
• 100mm polypropylene mid-bass element, steel frame and rubber edge
• Fully active design, DSP distribution filter and separate amplifier for each speaker element: 60W for bass and 30W for treble
• Bass reflex-tuned housing and DSP bass correction for excellent reproduction of low sounds
• Delay-free wireless connection between two speakers, no extra wires
• Ethernet, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections
• Built-in BluOS-based, award-winning streamer and multi-room system
• Supports more than 20 streaming services, including many services offering content at Lossless and HiRes levels
• Music can be played on the system with up to 64 BluOS devices simultaneously
• Audiophile grade D/A converter for up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution
• MQA compatible for Tidal service HiRes streaming
• Apple AirPlay 2 support
• Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect
• MM turntable connection, HDMI eARC, optical and Aux line inputs
• Supports Control4, Crestron, ELAN, RTI and URC control systems
• Support for Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple Siri voice control
• IR learning function for universal remote controls
Technical information:
Frequency response
- On Axis @ 0° ±3dB 64Hz-20kHz
- LF Cutoff -10dB 35Hz
Amplifier power
- Amplifier power (per speaker) tweeter = 30 Watts, Woofer = 60 Watts
Acoustic design
- Tweeter 19mm, aluminum dome tweeter, neodymium magnet and ferrofluid damping
- Woofer 100mm polypropylene mid-bass element, steel frame and rubber edging
- Operating principle Bass reflex
Inputs / connections
- Analogue 3.5mm plug and record player for MM sound box
- Digital BluOS, HDMI eARC, Optical
- Wireless Bluetooth aptX™ HD (receiving or transmitting, 2-way)
Structure
- Housing MDF
- Front plate MDF / Aluminum
- Back plate Aluminum
Size (W x H x D)
- Dimensions 145 x 246 x 192mm
- Net weight 7.36kg pair
- Gross weight 8.27kg pair
- Delivery box dimensions 268 x 402 x 385mm
Finish
- Available finish options Painted; matte black, matte white