Specifications
Featured Streaming ServicesSpotify, TIDAL, iHeartRadio, SIRIUSMaximum Supported ResolutionNot ApplicableHeadphone/Headset Connectivity3.5mm (mini-phone)Operating System CompatibilityAndroid, Apple iOS, Fire OS, Mac, WindowsStorage TypeExternal, Internal, Network Attached Storage (NAS)Storage Capacity2000 gigabytes
Key Specs
Featured Streaming ServicesSpotify, TIDAL, iHeartRadio, SIRIUSMaximum Supported ResolutionNot ApplicableHeadphone/Headset Connectivity3.5mm (mini-phone)Operating System CompatibilityAndroid, Apple iOS, Fire OS, Mac, WindowsStorage TypeExternal, Internal, Network Attached Storage (NAS)Storage Capacity2000 gigabytesProcessor ModelARM Cortex A9Power SourceAC adapterWorks WithAmazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Siri
General
Product NameVAULT 2i 2TB Streaming Media PlayerBrandBluesoundModel NumberVAULT 2i BLKColorBlack MatteColor CategoryBlack
Compatibility
App CompatibleYesBluetooth EnabledYesPlayable FormatsAAC, AIFF, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, MQA, OGG, Opus, WAV, WMA, WMA LosslessInterface(s)3.5mm audio, Coaxial digital audio, Ethernet, RCA, Toslink optical, USBWorks WithAmazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Siri
Audio
High Resolution AudioYes
Warranty
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 yearManufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 year
Other
UPC5703120290713
Featuring an ultra-quiet, low power consumption 2TB hard drive, the VAULT 2i lets you easily rip all your CDs in lossless high-resolution FLAC, space-saving MP3, and everything in between. Giving users the ability to directly access their downloads, iTunes library and other content from any NAS drive via the USB port, the VAULT 2i provides endless possibilities when it comes to storing your music collection.
Music streaming
Play your music in perfect synchrony, or play different music simultaneously to any Bluesound speaker in any room when connected to a wired home network.
Works with Amazon Alexa
Connection with your Amazon Echo allows you to use Amazon's Alexa voice assistant to control players around the home.
BluOS Controller app
Seamlessly access and share your digital music library and stream it in studio-quality sound to multiple rooms in your home from Android or iOS devices.
AirPlay 2
Lets you play music or podcasts from wireless stereo components throughout your house.
1GHz ARM Cortex-9 dual-core processor
Ensures that your lossless high-resolution music playback is flawless, with precision and clarity.
CD ripper
Rip all your CDs rapidly in lossless high-resolution formats, space-saving MP3s, or both simultaneously.
Integrated 2TB hard drive
Purchase, download, and store high-resolution tracks on dedicated ultraquiet storage without a computer.
Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX technology
You can enjoy pure wireless CD-like quality sound whenever and wherever you choose, including on compatible Bluetooth headphones.
Compatible with most Hi-Fi systems
Provides connection to any existing stereo amplifier, AV receiver, or powered audio system.
Web-based services and content require high-speed Internet connection. Some services may require a subscription.
What's Included
Bluesound VAULT 2i 2TB Streaming Media Player
120V AC power cord
230V AC power cord
Stereo RCA to RCA cable
Stereo 3.5mm mini-plug to RCA Cable
Ethernet cable
Mini Jack to Toslink adapter
Owner's manual
Manuals & Guides
Search
- A: AnswerThere is no remote. Yes, the music can be categorized by genres and alphabetically.
Answered by Tenese
Q: QuestionWill Best Buy be getting some more in? I'd really rather buy this from Best Buy.(1 answer)
A: AnswerBest bet is to contact Best Buy directly.Answered by Tenese
- A: AnswerYou must insert one disk at a time unless you already have a library recorded which can be downloaded using a USB cable. According to instructions it can take anywhere from 3 minutes to 20 minutes to download one disk. Very time consuming depending on size of collection. Uncertain how long it takes to download a pre-recorded library.
Answered by Tenese
Q: QuestionDoes this download album information before ripping to hard drive?(4 answers)
A: AnswerYes, Shows album cover when selecting "Albums."Answered by Tenese
Bluesound - VAULT 2i 2TB Streaming Media Player - Black Matte
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Reviews
Rating 3.3 out of 5 stars with 16 reviews
3.3Rating by feature
- 2.7Value
Rating 2.7 out of 5 stars
- 3.0Quality
Rating 3.0 out of 5 stars
- 2.4Ease of Use
Rating 2.4 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers praise the VAULT 2i 2TB Streaming Media Player for its CD ripping capabilities, which they find useful even in the digital age. They also appreciate its ample storage space for CDs and the impressive sound quality of its built-in DAC. However, some customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the app's occasional crashes and clunky navigation, as well as the lengthy wait times for customer support.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Audiophiles Dream
Audiophiles Dream Over the years many of us have amassed a large number of our favorite music on CDs, even though it used to be a good option, in todays day and age it seems a bit outdated. You need change the CD when you want to listen to something else and when you move to another place you have to drag all your music collection with you. Well, Bluesound came up with a great solution with the Bluesound Vault 2i. The Vault allows you to rip, store, and stream all your favorite music CDs into one convenient device all without a need for a computer. Now, let’s go over some of the features PROS and CONS of the Bluesound Vault 2i. Specs: The Vault measures in at about 3.5 inches in Height, 8.5 in Width and 7.5 in Depth and roughly weighs about 4 lbs. and comes in two color options black and white. The Vault has built-in storage of 2 terabytes, but you also have the option of adding an external storage via the two USB slots in the back. The Vault offers a variety of output options 3.5mm audio, Coaxial digital audio, Ethernet, RCA, Toslink optical, USB x 2, Micro USB and lastly Bluetooth. Features: The vault offers the option to connect your favorite online music service provider and also offers a ton a free online radio and music options. The vault is also compatible with Amazon Alexa, Apple Home Kit, Siri and google home. I don’t not have an Amazon Alexa, or Apple Home kit but I did not encounter any issues connecting to my Google Home devices and was able to use the Vault on my Bluetooth headphones, soundbar and even my Bluetooth soundbar built-in to my kitchen refrigerator and the sound was amazing on all my devices. The vault offers high resolution sound quality in a variety of playable formats such as AAC, AIFF, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, MQA, OGG, Opus, WAV, WMA, WMA Lossless. The best feature of the Vault is its ability to rip and store and stream all your favorite CDs. On the provided 2 terabytes of space you can rip and store almost 5000 CDs as a FLAC format, that’s a lot of storage space for your CDs. You can customize your playlist as you like using the BluOS app. So, far I have ripped almost about 20 CDs on to the Vault and they all work great and sound amazing. The only thing I noticed was that the ripping process was a bit slow, but not terribly slow, as long as it preserves the integrity and quality of music, which it did, I didn’t mind. The BlueOS app is probably the only thing I had encountered and issue with. I must say its not user friendly and I had to google stuff to figure out how to connect certain things. In my opinion the BluOS app could use some improvements to make things a bit easier to find and to connect Bluetooth devices, but this should be an easy fix. PRO- High Resolution Audio Storage Capacity – 2 Terabytes Network Streaming CD Ripping Ability Multiple audio outputs Multiple Playable formats CON- BluOS app – Not user friendly at all All in all, the Bluesound Vault 2i is great product for any audiophile. I would highly recommend anyone in the market and anyone looking to cut down on their CDs collection to definitely check this unit out.
Posted by Hmirza
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Spend you money elsewhere
I purchased this item because of its advertised ability to rip and store CDs. I have over 250 CDs in an player and wanted to be able to store them digitally. I found this unit very difficult to navigate. It comes with no manual so you have to go online try to find an answer to the simplest of questions. It will not simply play one CD and advance to the next; you must build play list, which I also found hard to navigate. For such an expensive unit, I cannot say it is worth the money. Customer support is minimally helpful. Would not recommend this product.
Posted by CLS3635
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Nice Equipment If You Can Figure It Out
Beware this only works if hard wired LAN (ethernet connection) into your router or extender, despite confusing references to WiFI. Virtually no user documentation for set up of the device or use/navigation of the necessary Blue0S app. But if you can handle a lot of set up frustration it will eventually work great as a streamer. Just ripped my first CD for storage, which worked. But, can't comment on ease of use for a large collection which is why I bought it.
Posted by DavidR