Description
The Bluesound POWERNODE is the HiFi amp reinvented for the streaming age, combining audiophile-grade componentry and multi-room music capabilities to create an intuitive “just add speakers” hi-res sound system for modern music lovers. The compact minimalist exterior disguises 2 x 80 watts of award-winning HiFi amplification, a premium hi-res DAC design, and access to all the music ever recorded with a tap in our BluOS Controller app for smart devices and laptops.
Easily drive your existing pair of premium speakers.
80 Watts per channel of HybridDigital™ amplification technology
A state of the art Quad-Core 1.8ghz ARM® Cortex™ A53 processor and a 32-bit/384khz premium DAC design ensure flawless playback with precision and clarity.
HDMI (ARC & eARC) connectivity.
Featuring digital, optical and analog input options, wired and wireless headphone and subwoofer outputs.
Wireless Dolby® surround sound.
Dual band Wi-Fi, Gigabit Ethernet and support for 2-way Bluetooth aptX HD Bluetooth ensures music playback without interruption.
Hi-res audio streaming with access to Internet radio stations, cloud music services, and your own local music library to multiple Bluesound Players.
Create and control a seamless multi-room system with the intuitive BluOS Controller app.
Top panel touch controls with presets.
IR input and remote learning capability – Control it with the optional Bluesound RC1 Remote Controller.
Connect with the BluVoice skill in the Alexa app and use Amazon’s Alexa voice assistant to control Players around the home.
AirPlay 2 lets you play music or podcasts from wireless stereo components throughout your house — all in sync.
JUST ADD SPEAKERS. The POWERNODE is the amp reinvented, the streaming amplifier that merges several traditional components into one and unlocks a world of high-fidelity streaming. A high-grade DAC delivers up to 24-bit/192 kHz of hi-res, studio-quality music, including support for FLAC, MQA, and other popular formats. Source, control, and amplification come packed into the compact and minimalist POWERNODE, allowing you to stream your music from dozens of sources to your favorite speakers effortlessly, in up-to 24-bit hi-res, with 80 watts per channel of low-distortion power. Permission to turn it up, granted.
HI-RES MUSIC. EVERYWHERE. One or many rooms, the POWERNODE is a versatile workhorse for any listening set-up. Just add speakers for a traditional 2-channel audiophile listening system. Add the wireless PULSE SUB+ to create an enhanced 2.1 listening experience. Bring in a pair of PULSE FLEX 2i as rear channel additions to create a Dolby® surround sound wireless home theatre. Or sprinkle other Bluesound players around your home for a whole-home multi-room audio solution. Additional handsfree controls are available through voice assistants like Siri, Google Voice, or Alexa. For professional smarthome installers, full-feature drivers are available for Lutron, Crestron, RTI, Elan, and other popular control systems.
PLAYS WELL WITH OTHERS. The POWERNODE is equipped with an array of digital and analog inputs and outputs, including HDMI eARC, dual-band Wi-Fi and Gigabit Ethernet, Apple Airplay2, aptX HD Bluetooth, digital optical, 3.5mm auxiliary, and USB Type-A connectors. Stream music through your POWERNODE from dozens of internet radio stations and premium streaming services, or connect Bluetooth devices, TV and gaming consoles, network or local hard drives, nearby Apple devices, CD players, and many others. Power your music into your favorite speakers, Bluetooth headphones, wired headphones, or group it with other Bluesound players quickly and easily.
POWERNODE Specifications
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 Multi-Channel Audio Formats: Dolby Digital
Supported Network File Sharing: Server Messsage 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: -100dBA
Distortion: THD+N, 0.008%
Amplification: HybridDigital™
Rated Power Output: 80W x 2 (8 Ohms)
IHF Dynamic Power: 220W (4 Ohms) / 130W (8 Ohms)
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 x2
HDMI Input: HDMI eARC
USB IN: Type A (Fat32 Formatted)
Headphone Output: 3.5mm Stereo; Bluetooth
Subwoofer Output: RCA x 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+
Speaker Terminals: 5-Way Binding Post
Finish: Black/White
Version: N330
Included Accessories
• 120V AC Power Cord
• 230V AC Power Cord
• Ethernet Cable
• TOSLINK Optical to 3.5mm Mini Adaptor x 2
• Safety/Warranty Guide
• Quick Setup Guide
Easily drive your existing pair of premium speakers.
80 Watts per channel of HybridDigital™ amplification technology
A state of the art Quad-Core 1.8ghz ARM® Cortex™ A53 processor and a 32-bit/384khz premium DAC design ensure flawless playback with precision and clarity.
HDMI (ARC & eARC) connectivity.
Featuring digital, optical and analog input options, wired and wireless headphone and subwoofer outputs.
Wireless Dolby® surround sound.
Dual band Wi-Fi, Gigabit Ethernet and support for 2-way Bluetooth aptX HD Bluetooth ensures music playback without interruption.
Hi-res audio streaming with access to Internet radio stations, cloud music services, and your own local music library to multiple Bluesound Players.
Create and control a seamless multi-room system with the intuitive BluOS Controller app.
Top panel touch controls with presets.
IR input and remote learning capability – Control it with the optional Bluesound RC1 Remote Controller.
Connect with the BluVoice skill in the Alexa app and use Amazon’s Alexa voice assistant to control Players around the home.
AirPlay 2 lets you play music or podcasts from wireless stereo components throughout your house — all in sync.
JUST ADD SPEAKERS. The POWERNODE is the amp reinvented, the streaming amplifier that merges several traditional components into one and unlocks a world of high-fidelity streaming. A high-grade DAC delivers up to 24-bit/192 kHz of hi-res, studio-quality music, including support for FLAC, MQA, and other popular formats. Source, control, and amplification come packed into the compact and minimalist POWERNODE, allowing you to stream your music from dozens of sources to your favorite speakers effortlessly, in up-to 24-bit hi-res, with 80 watts per channel of low-distortion power. Permission to turn it up, granted.
HI-RES MUSIC. EVERYWHERE. One or many rooms, the POWERNODE is a versatile workhorse for any listening set-up. Just add speakers for a traditional 2-channel audiophile listening system. Add the wireless PULSE SUB+ to create an enhanced 2.1 listening experience. Bring in a pair of PULSE FLEX 2i as rear channel additions to create a Dolby® surround sound wireless home theatre. Or sprinkle other Bluesound players around your home for a whole-home multi-room audio solution. Additional handsfree controls are available through voice assistants like Siri, Google Voice, or Alexa. For professional smarthome installers, full-feature drivers are available for Lutron, Crestron, RTI, Elan, and other popular control systems.
PLAYS WELL WITH OTHERS. The POWERNODE is equipped with an array of digital and analog inputs and outputs, including HDMI eARC, dual-band Wi-Fi and Gigabit Ethernet, Apple Airplay2, aptX HD Bluetooth, digital optical, 3.5mm auxiliary, and USB Type-A connectors. Stream music through your POWERNODE from dozens of internet radio stations and premium streaming services, or connect Bluetooth devices, TV and gaming consoles, network or local hard drives, nearby Apple devices, CD players, and many others. Power your music into your favorite speakers, Bluetooth headphones, wired headphones, or group it with other Bluesound players quickly and easily.
POWERNODE Specifications
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 Multi-Channel Audio Formats: Dolby Digital
Supported Network File Sharing: Server Messsage 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: -100dBA
Distortion: THD+N, 0.008%
Amplification: HybridDigital™
Rated Power Output: 80W x 2 (8 Ohms)
IHF Dynamic Power: 220W (4 Ohms) / 130W (8 Ohms)
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 x2
HDMI Input: HDMI eARC
USB IN: Type A (Fat32 Formatted)
Headphone Output: 3.5mm Stereo; Bluetooth
Subwoofer Output: RCA x 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+
Speaker Terminals: 5-Way Binding Post
Finish: Black/White
Version: N330
Included Accessories
• 120V AC Power Cord
• 230V AC Power Cord
• Ethernet Cable
• TOSLINK Optical to 3.5mm Mini Adaptor x 2
• Safety/Warranty Guide
• Quick Setup Guide
