UNLOCK THE WORLD OF MUSIC STREAMING.
Renowned for exceptional performance and value, the NODE is the ultimate HiFi streamer that
easily connects to any stereo system to help you discover a universe of
audio streaming. With all the inputs and outputs to please the most ardent
audiophile, the NODE connects your gear to all the music ever recorded. With
built-in premium hi-res music services like Tidal®, Spotify®, and Qobuz®,
as well as virtually all other popular music services, internet radio and even
your own digital music library held on a computer or external drive - the NODE
brings infinite playback choices into your very own high fidelity sonic domain.
TAKE YOUR HIFI WI-FI. First up, the NODE has enhanced dual band Wi-Fi,
providing best-in-class performance even in crowded airspace. Bluetooth
performance benefits from state-of-the-art aptX HD, supporting 24 bit
streaming directly from your phone or tablet, and the ability to transmit
studio-quality music to Bluetooth headphones and speakers, while built-in
AirPlay 2 makes for easy integration into the Apple ecosystem. High-end DAC
technology built into every Bluesound player can decode and stream MQA
files in all their lossless glory.
FROM ANYWHERE TO EVERYWHERE. Seamlessly connect the NODE to
multiple Bluesound speakers throughout your home with the BluOS Controller
app and create an intuitive multi-room music system unlike any other. The
NODE is easier to control than ever - from smart devices or computer with the
BluOS app, touch panel controls with presets, voice assistants like Siri, Alexa,
or Google Voice, or by programming your own IR remote. The NODE can also
be built into smart home control systems for a premium whole-home audio integration.
Operating System: BluOS
Supported Controller Operating System: iOS, Android, Windows Vista, 7, 8, 10, macOS 10.10-10.15, 11
Supported Audio File Formats: MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC, OPUS
Supported Hi-Res Audio File Formats: FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS
Supported Network File Sharing: Server Message Block (SMB)
Native Sampling Rates: up to 192 kHz
Bit Depths: 16-24
Music Service Integrations: 23+
3rd-Party Integrations: AirPlay 2 Apple Wireless Accessory Configuration (WAC)
Control System Integrations: Crestron, Control 4, RTI, ELAN, URC, Push, Lutron, iPort
Voice Control Integrations: Amazon Alexa Skills; Actions on Google
Features
Status Indicator: LED x 2
Play/Pause Button: Touch LED
Volume Control Buttons: Touch Slider LED
Previous/Next Track Buttons: Touch LED
Preset Buttons: Touch LED
Proximity Sensor: Yes
Audio Controls & EQ: In-App
Processor: ARM® Cortex™ -A53, Quad-Core, 1.8GHz per core
DAC: 32-Bit, 384kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: -113dBA
Distortion: THD+N, 0.002%
Connections
Power: Universal bi-pin AC cord input (100-240AC)
Ethernet/LAN: Ethernet RJ45, GigE 1000 Mbps
Wi-Fi Built In: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual-band
Bluetooth Quality: Bluetooth 5.0 aptX HD
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; 3.5mm Analog Line In
HDMI Input: HDMI eARC
USB IN: Type A (Fat32 Formatted)
Audio Output: Analog RCA Stereo with FIXED option
Coaxial Output: RCA
Optical Output: TOSLINK digital optical
Trigger Out: 12 Volt
Headphone Output: 3.5mm Stereo; Bluetooth
Subwoofer Output: RCA x 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+
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)*
Weight: 1.09kg/2.4lbs
Included Accessories
- 120V AC Power Cord
- 230V AC Power Cord
- Ethernet Cable
- Stereo RCA to RCA Cable
- TOSLINK Optical to 3.5mm Mini Adaptor
- Safety/Warranty Guide
Finish: Black/White