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Simply put, there is nothing like the NODE. With re-engineered components and circuitry for even better performance, the original wireless hi-res music streamer now features built-in THX AAA™ headphone technology, DSD playback, and more. Connect it to your stereo system and stream music, radio, podcasts, and more from popular streaming services or your personal library. With HDMI eARC, Dolby Digital decoding, and Apple AirPlay 2, the NODE is at the core of your home audio experience, with the flexibility to wirelessly connect to Bluesound Players for seamless multi-room music throughout the home.
- ESS ES9039Q2M SABRE® DAC
- THX AAA™ headphone amplifier technology with full-sized 1/4" headphone output
- RCA, optical, coaxial, and USB audio outputs
- HDMI eARC, optical, and analog audio inputs
- Room correction with Dirac Live Ready*
- DSD playback
- Five programmable quick-touch presets and proximity-sensing controls
- Works with AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, and TIDAL Connect
- Roon Ready
- Two-way aptX™ Adaptive* Bluetooth
BETTER DOWN TO EVERY SONIC DETAIL
The NODE delivers precision-engineered sound with its improved ESS SABRE® DAC (ES9039Q2M) and audiophile-grade circuitry, designed to reduce jitter and interference. Enjoy clean, clear audio that brings out every detail of your music through your favorite amp or powered speakers.
YOUR MUSIC AND MORE
Stream everything at the highest quality with control of the BluOS app, from popular music streaming services to personal music libraries with thousands of tracks in HD quality. Apple AirPlay 2 and aptX Adaptive Bluetooth* are also built-in for even more music from more apps and services.
GO BEYOND THE HIFI SYSTEM
Wirelessly connect the NODE to Bluesound speakers and stereo components to create an immersive multi-room system, powered and controlled by BluOS throughout the home with dual band Wi-Fi and gigabit ethernet. Enjoy HiFi quality sound in any and every room without dropouts or interruptions.
WORLD-CLASS HEADPHONE TECHNOLOGY
Experience lifelike headphone listening with THX AAA™ headphone technology, providing the world’s most linear response and minimal distortion for exceptional clarity. Connect your high-performance headphones to the 1/4" jack and enjoy audiophile-quality sound.
CONNECT EVERYTHING
The NODE is fully equipped with digital/analog inputs and outputs, making it incredibly versatile in any stereo or home audio setup with Stereo RCA, Optical, USB, and more. Connect it to your TV via HDMI eARC and use its built-in IR learning for seamless universal control of any remote. Program up to five presets on a proximity-sensing touch panel for quick and easy access of your favorite sources.
SMART ACOUSTICS
With Dirac Live Room Correction* as an available upgrade, you can use sophisticated room correction technology and measure room acoustics to eliminate standing waves, reverberations, and other unwanted distortions. A calibration kit with a high-sensitivity mic is also required and available from Bluesound with additional purchase.
| Specifications | Details |
|---|---|
| Supported Audio File Formats | MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC, OPUS, FLAC, MQA, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS |
| DSD Support | DSD256 *Future update |
| Supported Multi-Channel Audio Formats | Dolby Digital® |
| Native Sampling Rates | Up to 192 kHz |
| Bit Depth | 16-24 |
| Audio Controls & EQ | BluOS Controller App |
| DAC | ESS ES9039Q2M |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | -118 dB |
| Distortion | THD+N, 0.0007% |
| Headphone Continuous Output Power (THD <0.1%) | 160mW, 16Ω; 230mW, 32Ω; 53mW, 250Ω; 22mW, 600Ω |
| Operating System | BluOS |
| App Controller Operating System | iOS, Android, Windows, macOS |
| Processor | ARM® Cortex™ -A53, Quad-Core, 1.8GHz per core |
| Supported Network File Sharing | Server Message Block (SMB) up to 200,000 files |
| Album Art Supported | JPG, PNG |
| Music Services & Internet Radio | Radio, CALM Radio, iHeartRadio, LiveOne, Radio Paradise, TuneIn, Amazon Music, CustomChannels, Deezer, IDAGIO, Neil Young Archives, nugs.net, Presto Music, Qobuz, Qsic, SOUNDMACHINE, TIDAL (Tidal Connect), Tunify, Spotify (Spotify Connect), Apple Music (AirPlay) |
| 3rd-Party Integrations | AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready, DIRAC Live Ready |
| Control System Integrations | Crestron, Control4, RTI, ELAN, URC, Lutron |
| Voice Control Integrations | Amazon Alexa Skills |
| Power Supply | Universal bi-pin AC cord input (100-240AC) |
| Ethernet/LAN | Ethernet RJ45, Gigabit 1000 Mbps |
| Wi-Fi Built In | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual-band |
| Bluetooth Quality | Bluetooth 5.2 aptX Adaptive |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Two-Way (transmit & receive) |
| IR Optical Built In | IR Sensor Built In – front panel with IR Remote Learning |
| IR Input | 3.5mm Jack |
| Optical/Analog Input | Combo – Mini TOSLINK/Stereo 3.5mm |
| HDMI Input | HDMI eARC |
| USB IN | Type A (Fat32 Formatted) – External Storage only; Local Server Mode |
| Audio Output | Analog RCA Stereo with Fixed option; Balanced XLR Stereo with Fixed option; USB Audio 2.0 (Type A) |
| Coaxial Output | RCA |
| Optical Output | TOSLINK digital optical |
| Trigger Out | 12 Volt (3.5mm Mono) |
| Headphone Output | 6.3mm/1/4″ Stereo; Bluetooth |
| Subwoofer Output | RCA x 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+ |
| Status Indicator | LED x2 |
| Buttons | Capacitive Touch LED (Play/Pause, Volume Control Slider, 5x Presets) |
| Proximity Sensor | Yes (Auto Dim/Off) |
| Finish | Black Matte Satin Paint, White Matte Satin Paint |
| Storage Environment | -10°C to 50°C, 20% to 80% relative humidity |
| Operating Environment | 0°C to 40°C |
| Version | N132 |
| Product Dimensions | 220mm Width, 146mm Depth, 46mm Height |
| Included Accessories | • Power Cable • Ethernet Cable • Stereo RCA to RCA Cable • MiniJack to Toslink Adapter • Quick Setup Guide • Safety/Warranty Guide • DIRAC Live Ready Info Card |