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BLUESOUND Node N132

Performance Music Streamer

$999.00

There's nothing like a BLUESOUND NODE, the original hi-res multiroom wireless 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 AAAâ„¢ 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.

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 favorite 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/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 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 favorite 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.

Features
 
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Parameters
Display
-
-
5" Non-touch
Headphone Amp
-
THX AAA 7B
THX AAA 7B
SNR
-118dB
-118dB
TBC
Distortion
0.0007%
0.0007%
TBC
Analog RCA
Yes
Yes
Yes
Balanced XLR
-
-
Yes
Subwoofer Output
-
Yes
Yes
Headphone Output
Bluetooth
Yes, 6.3mm & Bluetooth
Yes, 6.3mm & Bluetooth
Optical Output
Yes
Yes
Yes
HMDI eARC
-
Yes
Yes
DIRAC Ready
-
Yes
Yes
Dolby Digital
-
Yes
Yes
USB-A
Yes
Yes
Yes
USB-C
-
-
Yes
Proximity Sensor
-
Yes
Yes
Play/Pause
Yes
Yes
Yes
Volume
Yes
Yes
Yes
Presets
Yes, 2x
Yes, 5x
Yes, 5x
Skip Track
-
Yes
Yes
  • ESS ES9039Q2M SABRE® DAC
  • Quad-core 1.8GHz ARM® Cortexâ„¢ A53 processor
  • THX AAAâ„¢ 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
Specification
Audio
Supported Audio File Formats
  • MP3

  • AAC

  • WMA

  • WMA-L

  • OGG

  • ALAC

  • OPUS

  • FLAC

  • MQA

  • ALAC

  • WAV

  • AIFF

  • MPEG-4 SLS

DSD Support
  • DSD256 *Future 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
  • -118dB

Distortion
  • THD+N, 0.0007%

Headphone Continuous Output Power (THD<0.1%)
  • 160mW, 16Ω

  • 230mW, 32Ω

  • 53mW, 250Ω

  • 22mW, 600Ω

Software & Integrations

Operating System
  • BluOS

App Controller Operating System
  • iOS

  • Android

  • Windows

  • macOS

Processor
  • ARM® Cortexâ„¢ -A53, Quad-Core

  • 1.8GHz per core

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

Album Art Supported
  • JPG

  • PNG

Music Services & Internet Radio
  • Radio

    • CALM Radio

    • iHeartRadio

    • LiveOne

    • Radio Paradise

    • TuneIn

  • Streaming

    • Amazon Music

    • CustomChannels

    • Deezer

    • IDAGIO

    • Neil Young Archives

    • nugs.net

    • Presto Music

    • Qobuz

    • Qsic

    • SOUNDMACHINE

    • TIDAL (Tidal Connect)

    • Tunify

    • Spotify (Spotify Connect)

    • Apple Music (AirPlay)

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 (100-240AC)

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
  • 3.5mm Jack

Optical/Analog Input
  • Combo - Mini TOSLINK/Stereo 3.5mm

HDMI Input
  • HDMI eARC

USB IN
  • Type A (Fat32 Formatted) - External Storage only; Local Server Mode

Audio Output
  • Analog RCA Stereo with Fixed option

  • Balanced XLR Stereo with Fixed option

  • USB Audio 2.0 (Type A)

Coaxial Output
  • RCA

Optical Output
  • TOSLINK digital optical

Trigger Out
  • 12 Volt (3.5mm Mono)

Headphone Output
  • 6.3mm/1/4" Stereo

  • Bluetooth

Subwoofer Output
  • RCA x 1

  • Wireless to PULSE SUB+

User Interface & Control

Status Indicator
  • LED x2

Buttons
  • Capacitive Touch LED

    • Play/Pause

    • Volume Control Slider

    • 5x Presets

Proximity Sensor
  • Yes (Auto Dim/Off)

General

Finish
  • Black Matte Satin Paint

  • White Matte Satin Paint

Storage Environment
  • -10°C to 50°C

  • 20% to 80% relative humidity

Operating Environment
  • 0°C to 40°C

Version
  • N132

Product Dimensions
  • 220mm Width

  • 146mm Depth

  • 46mm Height

Included Accessories
  • Power Cable

  • Ethernet Cable

  • Stereo RCA to RCA Cable

  • MiniJack to Toslink Adapter

  • Quick Setup Guide

  • Safety/Warranty Guide

  • DIRAC Live Ready Info Card

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