Bluesound NODE N132 Performance Music Streamer

NODE - Performance Music Streamer

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.

Features

ESS ES9039Q2M SABRE® DAC

Quad-core 1.8 GHz 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 favourite 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 world’s 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

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

DSD Support DSD256, Available via Future BluOS Update

Supported Multi-Channel Audio Formats Dolby Digital®

Native Sampling Rates Up to 192 kHz

Bit Depth 16-24

Audio Controls & EQ BluOS Controller App

DAC ESS ES9039Q2M

Signal-to-Noise Ratio -118 dB

Distortion THD+N, 0.0007%

Headphone Continuous Output Power (THD <0.1%) 160 mW, 16 Ω / 230 mW, 32 Ω / 53 mW, 250 Ω / 22 mW, 600 Ω

Software & Integrations

Operating System BluOS

App Controller Operating Systems iOS, Android, Windows, macOS

Processor ARM® Cortex™ -A53, Quad-Core, 1.8 GHz Per Core

Supported Network File Sharing Server Message Block (SMB) up to 200,000 Files

Album Art Supported JPG, PNG

Music Services & Internet Radio 23+ Music Services & Internet Radio

3rd-Party Integrations AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Roon Ready, Dirac Live Ready

Control System Integrations Crestron, Control4, RTI, ELAN, URC, Lutron

Voice Control Integrations Amazon Alexa Skills

Connections

Power Supply Universal Bi-Pin AC Cord Input (100-240 AC)

Ethernet/LAN Ethernet RJ45, Gigabit 1000 Mbps

Wi-Fi Built In Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Dual-Band

Bluetooth Quality Bluetooth 5.2 aptX Adaptive

Bluetooth Connectivity Two-Way (Transmit & Receive)

IR Optical Built In IR Sensor Built In - Front Panel with IR Remote Learning

IR Input 3.5 mm Jack

Optical/Analogue Input Combo - Mini TOSLINK/Stereo 3.5 mm

HDMI Input HDMI eARC

USB In Type A (FAT32 Formatted) - External Storage Only; Local Server Mode

Audio Output Analogue RCA Stereo with Fixed Option; USB Audio 2.0 (Type A)

Coaxial Output RCA

Optical Output TOSLINK Digital Optical

Trigger Out 12 Volt

Headphone Output 6.3 mm Stereo; Bluetooth

Subwoofer Output RCA x 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+

User Interface & Controls

Status Indicator LED x 2

Play/Pause Button Touch LED

Volume Control Buttons Touch Slider LED

Preset Buttons Touch LED x 5

Proximity Sensor Yes

General

Finish Black or White: Matte Satin

Storage Environment -10°C to 50°C, 20% to 80% Relative Humidity

Operating Environment 0°C to 40°C

Version N132

Product Dimensions (W x H x D) 220 x 46 x 146 mm / 8.7 x 1.8 x 5.7 in (Non-Metric Measurements are Approximate)

Product Weight 1.09 kg / 2.4 lb

Included Accessories 120 V AC Power Cord, 230 V AC Power Cord, Stereo RCA to RCA Cable, Ethernet Cable, Mini Jack to Toslink Adapter, Safety/Warranty Guide, Quick Setup Guide, Dirac Live Ready Info Card