Description
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
- Quad-core 1.8GHz ARM® Cortex A53 processor
- THX AAA headphone amplifier technology
- Full-sized 1/4 (6.3mm) headphone output
- HDMI eARC, Optical inputs
- Dirac Live Ready*
- Five programmable quick-touch presets
- User interface with proximity sensor
- AirPlay 2 integration
- Spotify Connect + TIDAL Connect
*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 worlds 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/analogue 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 favourite 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
| PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS | |
| Supported Audio Formats | MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC, OPUS, FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS |
| Sample Rate | Up to 192 kHz |
| INPUTS | |
| Analogue RCA input | Combo Mini TOSLINK; 3.5mm Analog Line In |
| Analogue 3.5mm input | Combo Mini TOSLINK; 3.5mm Analog Line In |
| Optical digital input | Combo Mini TOSLINK; 3.5mm Analog Line In |
| Coaxial digital input | x1 RCA |
| Bluetooth input? | Yes |
| AirPlay streaming? | Yes |
| WiFi streaming? | Yes |
| Ethernet? | Yes |
| USB connection? | Yes |
| OUTPUTS | |
| Analogue RCA Output | Analog RCA Stereo with fixed option |
| Optical digital output | TOSLINK digital optical |
| Coaxial digital output | RCA |
| Headphone output? | Yes |
| Subwoofer output? | RCA x 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+ |
| GENERAL | |
| Control App? | iOS, Android, Windows Vista, 7, 8, 10, macOS 10.10-10.15, 11 |
| MQA Compatible? | Yes |
| Finish | Black, White |
| Product dimensions (mm) | 220 x 46 x 146 |
| Weight | 1.09kg |
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