Simply put, there's nothing better than the NODE. With redesigned components and circuitry for even better performance, the original wireless Hi-Res music streamer now features integrated 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 the heart of your home audio experience, with the flexibility to connect wirelessly to Bluesound players for seamless multiroom music throughout your home.

BETTER IN EVERY SONIC DETAIL
The NODE delivers precise sound with its upgraded ESS SABRE® DAC (ES9039Q2M) and audiophile circuitry that reduces jitter and interference. Enjoy clean, clear sound that brings out every detail of your music through your favorite amplifier or active speakers.

YOUR MUSIC AND MORE
Stream everything in the highest quality with 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 integrated - for even more music from even more apps and services.

WORLD-CLASS HEADPHONE TECHNOLOGY
Experience lifelike headphone enjoyment with THX AAA™ headphone technology, which offers the world's most linear frequency response and minimal distortion for exceptional clarity. Connect your high-performance headphones to the 1/4-inch jack and enjoy audiophile sound quality.

CONNECT EVERYTHING
The NODE is 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 the integrated IR learning function for seamless universal control of any remote. Program up to five presets on a touch-sensitive control panel for quick and easy access to your favorite sources.

INTELLIGENT ACOUSTICS
With Dirac Live Room Correction*, available as an upgrade, you can use sophisticated room correction technology and measure room acoustics to eliminate standing waves, reverberation, and other unwanted distortions. A calibration kit with a highly sensitive microphone is also required and available for an additional charge from Bluesound.

Operation

controllable via smartphone/tablet
yes

Voice control possible
yes

Amazon Alexa compatible
yes

controllable via smartphone/tablet
yes

Interfaces

Ethernet interface
Ethernet - interface

Bluetooth interface
yes

Features & Technology

Airplay
yes

Housing characteristics

Width (cm)
22

Height (cm)
4.6

Depth (cm)
14.6

Weight (kg)
1.09

Performance characteristics

max. sampling frequency, audio (KHz)
192

Audio D/A converter (Bit)
24

Performance characteristics/amplifier

Bluetooth interface
yes

AirPlay capable
yes

Signal-to-noise ratio (dB)
118

Total harmonic distortion (%)
0.0007

min. impedance (Ohm)
16

max. impedance (Ohm)
600

MP3 compatible
yes

AAC compatible
yes

WAV compatible
yes

WMA compatible
yes

FLAC compatible
yes

Apple Lossless (ALAC) compatible
yes

AIFF compatible
yes

OGG-Vorbis compatible
yes

analog audio connections

Audio-IN (3.5 mm jack)
yes

Subwoofer (OUT)
yes

Headphone connection
yes

12V switching connection
yes

A/V connections

Number of HDMI interfaces (IN)
1

digital audio connections

USB interface
yes

Ethernet LAN
yes

Number of Digital-Optical (OUT)
1

Number of Digital-Coaxial (OUT)
1

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