BlueSound Powernode black

Name: Powernode black
Brand: BlueSound
SKU: 0786357001739
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)

(6 customer reviews)

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Specifications and features

Overview

The BLUESOUND POWERNODE is the HiFi amplifier reinvented for the streaming era, combining audiophile-grade components and multi-room music capabilities to create an intuitive “just add speakers” high-resolution audio system for modern music lovers. The compact, minimalist exterior conceals award-winning 2 x 80-watt HiFi amplification, a superior high-resolution digital-to-analog converter, and access to all the music ever recorded at the touch of a button in our BluOS Controller app for smart devices and laptops.

Highlights
- Easily drive your high-end speaker pair
- 80 W per channel of HybridDigital amplification technology
- 1.8 GHz Quad-Core ARM Cortex A53 processor
- HDMI connectivity (ARC & eARC)
- Wireless Dolby surround sound
- Dual-band Wi-Fi
- High-resolution audio streaming with access to radio stations
- Top-panel touch controls with presets
- IR input and remote learning capability
- Connect with the BluVoice skill in the Alexa app
- AirPlay 2 lets you stream music or podcasts

What the press says

The connected mini-amplifier is a product capable of meeting the expectations of many users, whether they are audiophiles or not. In a compact format, it combines both the network player and the power for the speakers. Ultimately, only the speakers need to be added. The Bluesound Powernode is one of the reference devices in this field, and even more so since its latest version that we tested.

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Le mini-amplificateur connecté est un produit apte à répondre aux attentes de nombreux utilisateurs, qu’ils soient audiophiles ou non. Dans un format peu encombrant, il rassemble à la fois le lecteur en réseau et la puissance pour les enceintes. Il n’y a que celles-ci à ajouter finalement. Le Bluesound Powernode est l’un des appareils de référence dans ce domaine, et encore plus depuis sa dernière version passée en test entre nos mains.

This device is currently the best in its category. With source selection buttons, Chromecast compatibility, and a slightly smoother volume control, it would be perfect.

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Cet appareil est ce qui se fait de mieux actuellement dans sa catégorie. Des boutons de sélection des sources, la compatibilité Chromecast, un réglage de volume légèrement plus doux et ce serait parfait.

Documentation

User manual

Technical Specifications

Audio Performance

HybridDigital amplification
Power: 80 W × 2 (8 Ω)
IHF Dynamic Power: 220 W (4 Ω), 130 W (8 Ω)
Signal-to-noise ratio: -100 dBA
THD+N: 0.008%
Native sampling rate up to 192 kHz
Bit depth: 16 - 24

Compatible Audio Formats

Standard: MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC, OPUS
High-resolution: FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS
Multichannel: Dolby Digital

Digital Processing

ARM Cortex-A53 processor, quad-core, 1.8 GHz per core
Digital-to-analog converter:
- 32-bit, 384 kHz
- Differential output design

Connectivity

Network: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac, 2.4 / 5 GHz), Ethernet RJ45 GigE 1,000 Mbps
Audio inputs:
- 2 × mini TOSLINK / 3.5 mm stereo combo
- HDMI eARC
Audio outputs:
- 5-way speaker binding posts
- RCA for subwoofer
- 3.5 mm headphone jack
Bluetooth 5.0 aptX HD bidirectional
USB Type-A port (FAT32, NTFS)
Infrared (IR) remote control

Software and Integrations

Operating system: BluOS
Compatibility: iOS, Android, Windows Vista / 7 / 8 / 10, macOS 10-11
Services: AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready
Voice control: Amazon Alexa, Google Actions
Home automation systems: Control4, Crestron, URC, RTI, ELAN, Lutron

Physical Specifications

Dimensions: 220 × 70 × 190 mm
Net weight: 1.78 kg
Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C
Power supply: 100-240 V AC

Included Accessories

120 V and 230 V AC power cords
Ethernet cable
2 TOSLINK to 3.5 mm mini-jack adapters
Safety / warranty guide
Quick start guide

User reviews

Cyrille

Perfect for a desk paired with Minx 21 speakers and a Minx 201 subwoofer.

Comment from April 30, 2024 — Experience from November 03, 2022

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Parfait pour un bureau couplé à des Minx 21 et un caisson Minx 201.

Vincent

Very practical, powerful and high-quality for its size. Paired with JMR Lucia speakers and an Advance Paris X7 CD player, it delivers complete satisfaction.
However, possibly due to the presence of a Bluesound Node connected to another system, my phone sometimes has trouble finding it.
I highly recommend it.

Comment from April 01, 2024 — Experience from March 21, 2024

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Très pratique, puissant et qualitatif pour sa taille, couplé avec une paire JMR Lucia et Lecteur CD Advance Paris X7, donne toute satisfaction.
Par contre peut-être à cause de la présence d’un Bluesound Node branché sur une autre installation, mon téléphone a parfois du mal à le trouver.
Je recommande fortement.

Lambo Tiana Fabien

This is a very versatile product. Discreet but with incredible power and sound quality for its size. Absolutely recommended. I use it with Monitor Audio speakers, it's magnificent.

Comment from October 09, 2023 — Experience from August 26, 2023

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C'est un produit très polyvalent. Discret mais avec une puissance et qualité de son incroyable pour sa taille. À recommander absolument. Je l'utilise avec des enceintes Monitor Audio, c'est magnifique.

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