Description
The Bluesound Node is a wireless multi-room hi-res music streamer that brings 24-bit streaming and BluOS multi-room audio to any existing stereo or powered speaker system. It's powered by a Quad-Core 1.8GHz ARM Cortex A53 processor and a 32-bit/384kHz DAC, with access to hundreds of internet radio stations and dozens of streaming services via the BluOS Controller app.
Features
- 32-bit/384kHz DAC with support for MQA master-quality streaming
- HDMI eARC, optical, coaxial, analog RCA, and USB connectivity
- Dual-band Wi-Fi 5, Gigabit Ethernet, and 2-way Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD
- Apple AirPlay 2 for synced playback across wireless components
- BluOS platform supports up to 64 players streaming in 24-bit hi-res audio simultaneously
- Top panel touch controls, IR remote learning, and optional Bluesound RC1 remote
- Voice control via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Siri
- Compatible with Crestron, Control4, RTI, ELAN, Lutron, and other smart home systems
- Wired and wireless headphone and subwoofer outputs
Specifications
- Operating System: BluOS
- DAC: 32-bit, 384kHz
- Processor: Quad-Core ARM Cortex A53, 1.8GHz
- Native Sampling Rate: Up to 192kHz, 16/24-bit
- Playback Formats: MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC, OPUS
- Hi-Res Formats: FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS
- Bluetooth: Version 5.0 with aptX HD (2-way)
- Wi-Fi: Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac)
- AirPlay: AirPlay 2
- Inputs: 1x HDMI eARC, 1x 3.5mm optical combo, 1x USB Type-A
- Outputs: 1x Optical TOSLINK, 1x Digital Coaxial, 1x Stereo RCA (fixed option), 1x RCA subwoofer, 1x 3.5mm headphone (front)
- Other Connectors: 1x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet, 1x 3.5mm IR in, 1x 3.5mm 12V trigger out, 1x USB Type-A
- Power: 100–240 VAC, 50/60Hz
- Dimensions: 220 x 46 x 146mm
- Weight: 1.09 kg