Multi-room audio

BLUESOUND POWERNODE N330 - BLACK

Product Code: BS-PNODEBLK

Brand
Bluesound
RRP $1,649.00
 
 
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POWERNODE

Wireless Multi-Room Music Streaming Amplifier
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 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.
Source, control, and amplification come packed into the compact and minimalist POWERNODE. Get the most out of your favorite speakers with an award-winning audiophile-grade amplifier that features 80 watts per channel of zero-distortion power. A premium DAC design flawlessly delivers hi-res, studio-quality music, including support for FLAC, MQA, and other popular file formats. The BluOS Controller app connects you to popular streaming services like Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz, SiriusXM, and dozens of others, or from your own music library through Apple Airplay2, aptX™ HD Bluetooth, or even a network-connected drive or USB hard drive.

HIGH RES MUSIC. EVERYWHERE.
Whether it’s one or many rooms, the POWERNODE is a versatile workhorse. It can be placed either freestanding or in a custom installation rack, allowing you to easily toggle back and forth amongst a number of listening set-ups. Looking for a traditional 2-channel audiophile listening experience? Just add a pair of your favorite speakers. Add the PULSE SUB+ to your 2-channel set-up to create a capable and musical 2.1 wireless system. Bring a pair of PULSE FLEX 2i to the party as rear channel additions to your 2.1 system for a wireless Dolby surround sound home theatre experience. Sprinkle other BLUESOUND players around your home for a whole-home multiroom audio solution.

PLAYS WELL WITH OTHERS.
The POWERNODE supports HDMI eARC, dual-band Wi-Fi and Gigabit Ethernet, Apple Airplay 2, two-way aptX™ HD Bluetooth, RCA, Toslink optical, 3.5mm jack, and USB Type A connectors. Bring music into your POWERNODE from dozens of internet radio and streaming services, Bluetooth devices, TV and gaming consoles, network or local hard drives, nearby Apple devices, CD players, and many others. Then send your music into your favorite speakers, other Bluesound players or BluOS devices, Bluetooth headphones, wired headphones, Apple AirPlay devices, or other network-connected speakers.

"B" IS FOR "BRAINS".
With BluOS you can easily create a DIY multiroom hi-res audio system with a few taps of the BluOS Controller app. Additional hands-free controls are available through voice assistants like Siri, Google Voice, or Alexa. For professional smart home installers, full-feature drivers are available for Lutron, Crestron, RTI, Elan, and other popular control systems.

HI-RES MUSIC. EVERYWHERE
Seamlessly connect the POWERNODE to multiple Bluesound speakers throughout the home with the BluOS Controller app and create an intuitive multi-room music system unlike any other.

SPECIFICATIONS

Audio

  • 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
  • Processor
    ARM® Cortex™ -A53, Quad-Core, 1.8GHz per core
  • Native Sampling Rates
    up to 192 kHz
  • Supported Network File Sharing
    Server Messsage Block (SMB) up to 200,000 files
  • Native Sampling Rates
    up to 192 kHz
  • Bit Depths
    16 - 24
  • Performance
    SNR -100dBA
    THD+N, 0.008%
  • DAC
    32-Bit, 384kHz
    Differential Output design
  • Amplification
    HybridDigital™
  • Rated Power Output
    80W x 2 (8 Ohms)
  • IHF Dynamic Power
    220W (4 Ohms) / 130W (8 Ohms)


Software & Integrations

  • Operating System
    BluOS
  • App Controller Operating Systems
    iOS, Android, Windows Vista, 7, 8, 10, macOS 10-11
  • Network File Sharing
    SMB up to 200,000 track index
  • Album Art Supported
    JPG, PNG
  • Voice Control
    Amazon Alexa Skills; Actions on Google
  • 3rd-Party
    AirPlay 2
    Spotify Connect
    Tidal Connect
    Roon Ready
  • Control Systems
    Control4, Crestron, URC, RTI, ELAN, Lutron


General

  • Finish
    Black/White; Matte Satin Paint
  • 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
    Power Consumption
    12 Watts
  • Storage Environment
    -10°C to 50°C, 20% to 80% relative humidity
  • Operating Environment
    '0°C to 40°C
  • Product Weight
    1.78kg/3.9lbs
  • Product Dimensions
    220 x 70 x 190 mm
    8.7 x 2.75 x 7.5 in
  • Shipping Weight
    3.15kg/6.94lbs
  • Shipping Dimensions
    300 x 300 x 110 mm
    11.8 x 11.8 x 4.33 in


User Interface

  • Status Indicator
    RGB LED x 2
  • Play/Pause Button
    Touch LED
  • Volume Control Buttons
    Touch Slider LED
  • Previous/Next Track Buttons
    Touch LED
  • Preset Buttons
    Touch LED x 5
  • Proximity Sensor
    Yes


Connections

  • Network
    Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac, 2.4/5GHz)
    Ethernet RJ45, GigE 1000 Mbps
  • Audio Input
    Mini TOSLINK/3.5mm Stereo combo x 2
    HDMI eARC
  • Audio Output
    5-Way Binding Post Speaker Terminals
  • Bluetooth
    Bluetooth with support for aptX HD
    Two-Way (transmit & receive)
  • Headphones
    3.5mm Stereo Out
    Wireless Bluetooth Out
  • Subwoofer
    RCA
    Network Pairing to PULSE SUB+
  • USB
    Type-A Port for external drive connection (Fat32 or NTFS formatted)
  • IR Remote
    IR Sensor Built In - front panel with IR Remote Learning
    Universal 3-pin AC cord input (100-240AC)

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