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Bluesound NODE 2024 Wireless Multi-Room Music Streamer

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Bluesound NODE 2024 Wireless Multi-Room Music Streamer

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↓ Details provided by Bluesound ↓
(Specifications and appearance of this product are subject to change without notice)

NODE (2024) Performance Music Streamer

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

*Available via future software update

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.

Comparison

	NODE NANO	NODE	NODE ICON
HD Display	•	•	✓
DAC Design	Single Stereo	Single Stereo	Dual Mono
BalancedXLR Output	•	•	✓
AnalogRCA Output	✓	✓	✓
Coax, Optical& USB Outputs	✓	✓	✓
HDMI eARC Input	•	✓	✓
Analog &Optical Inputs	•	Combo	✓
USB-C Input	•	•	✓
THX AAA	•	✓	✓
Dirac Live Ready	•	✓	✓
Adaptive aptX Bluetooth*	✓	✓	✓

* Available via future software update

Specifications

AUDIO

Supported Audio File Formats:

MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC, OPUS

Native Sampling Rates:

up to 192 kHz

Signal-to-Noise Ratio:

-118 dB

Supported High-Quality Audio File Formats:

FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS

Bit Depth:

16-24

Distortion:

THD+N, 0.0007%

DSD Support:

DSD256

Audio Controls & EQ:

BluOS Controller App

Headphone Continuous Output Power (THD<0.1%):

160mW, 16Ω

230mW, 32Ω

53mW, 250Ω

22mW, 600Ω

Supported Multi-Channel Audio Formats:

Dolby Digital®

DAC:

ESS ES9039Q2M

Dirac Live Output Support:

Analog: RCA StereoDigital: Optical, Coaxial

The USB Output does not support Dirac Live

SOFTWARE & INTEGRATIONS

Operating System:

BluOS

Supported Network File Sharing:

Server Message Block (SMB) up to 200,000 files

3rd-Party Integrations:

AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready, Dirac Live Ready

App Controller Operating System:

iOS, Android, Windows, macOS

Album Art Supported:

JPG, PNG

Control System Integrations:

Crestron, Control4, RTI, ELAN, URC, Lutron

Processor

ARM® Cortex™ -A53, Quad-Core, 1.8GHz per core

Music Services & Internet Radio:

23+

Music Services

Internet Radio

Voice Control Integrations:

Amazon Alexa Skills

CONNECTIONS

Power Supply:

Universal bi-pin AC cord input (100-240AC)

Optical/Analog Input:

Combo - Mini TOSLINK/Stereo 3.5mm

Coaxial Output:

RCA

Ethernet/LAN:

Ethernet RJ45, Gigabit 1000 Mbps

IR Input:

3.5mm Jack

Optical Output:

TOSLINK digital optical

Wi-Fi Built In:

Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual-band

HDMI Input:

HDMI eARC

Trigger Out:

12 Volt

Bluetooth Quality:

Bluetooth 5.2 aptX Adaptive

USB IN:

Type A (Fat32 Formatted) - External Storage only; Local Server Mode

Headphone Output:

6.3mm Stereo; Bluetooth

Bluetooth Connectivity:

Two-Way (transmit & receive)

Audio Output:

Analog RCA Stereo with Fixed option; USB Audio 2.0 (Type A)

Subwoofer Output:

RCA x 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+

IR Optical Built In:

IR Sensor Built In - front panel with IR Remote Learning

USER INTERFACE & CONTROL

Status Indicator:

LED x 2

Volume Control Buttons:

Touch Slider LED

Proximity Sensor:

Yes

Play/Pause Button:

Touch LED

Preset Buttons:

Touch LED x 5

GENERAL

Finish:

Black or White: Matte Satin Paint

Product Dimensions:

220 x 46 x 146 mm (W x H x D)

8.7 x 1.8 x 5.7 in (W x H x D)*

*Non-metric measurements are approximate.

Storage Environment:

-10°C to 50°C, 20% to 80% relative humidity

Product Weight:

1.09kg/2.4lbs

Operating Environment:

0°C to 40°C

Version:

N132

Included Accessories:

120V AC Power Cord
230V AC Power Cord
Stereo RCA to RCA Cable
Ethernet Cable
Mini Jack to Toslink Adapter
Safety/Warranty Guide
Quick Setup Guide
Dirac Live Ready Info Card