During the State of Play broadcast earlier this week, Sony announced its latest addition to the lineup of PlayStation audio accessories. The Pulse Elevate are wireless speakers combine technologies from the Pulse headsets into a new form factor.
Pulse Elevate uses planar magnetic drivers and PlayStation Link technologies to provide lifelike audio, ultra-low latency and lossless connectivity. The speakers will work with PC/Max and PS5 using the USB-C dongle that comes with the speakers. The PS Portal, however, will be able to utilise the built-in PlayStation Link connectivity. The speakers are also compatible with Bluetooth devices, so it will work with other compatible devices.
Speaker Features
- Lifelike desktop audio: Each speaker features studio-inspired planar magnetic drivers for lifelike sound across the entire audible spectrum. This means players can hear games exactly how developers intended – whether they’re playing on PS5, PC, Mac or PlayStation Portal.
- On the PS5 console, the driver technology further enhances immersion in PS5 games that support Tempest 3D AudioTech by positioning audio cues with incredible accuracy.
- The speakers also feature built-in woofers that deliver rich bass tones for a fuller soundscape.
- Built-in mic with AI-enhanced noise rejection: Pulse Elevate seamlessly introduces a high-quality voice chat experience into a desktop gaming setup with a microphone integrated within the right speaker. With AI-enhanced noise rejection technology, the mic also helps identify and remove unwanted background noise for crystal-clear voice communication, providing a new level of headset-free voice chat for desktop gaming.
- PlayStation Link ultra-low latency and multi-device connectivity: Pulse Elevate is powered by PlayStation Link technology for ultra-low latency and lossless connectivity to deliver sound as it happens on compatible devices including PS5, PC, Mac, and PlayStation Portal remote player.
- The speakers are also compatible with Bluetooth devices, so players can listen simultaneously via a PlayStation Link-connected device for in-game audio and a separate Bluetooth-enabled device for music, voice chat, and more.
- Pulse Elevate wireless speakers will feature a PlayStation Link USB adapter that is compatible with USB-C ports.
- Built for both desktop gaming and portability: With the built-in rechargeable battery, players can take Pulse Elevate on the go when gaming with a PlayStation Portal remote player via PlayStation Link, or with a mobile device or smartphone via Bluetooth. The included charging docks make it easy to jump back into a desktop gaming setup.
- Highly customizable audio: Pulse Elevate speakers feature built-in volume controls and are designed to be easily adjusted for the ideal horizontal and vertical orientation in a player’s desktop setup. Players can further personalize their audio experience on PS5 or PC* with the option to adjust EQ, sidetone, volume, and mic mute settings directly via system menus.
Pulse Elevate wireless speakers will launch in 2026 and will be available in both Midnight Black and White.
Source: PlayStation.Blog