BlueSound NODE black 2025

Bluesound NODE (2025): High-Resolution Network Audio Player

The BlueSound NODE White (2025) is a network audio player designed to revolutionize your musical experience. Combining cutting-edge technology, versatile connectivity, and exceptional sound quality, this compact and stylish player seamlessly integrates into any existing hi-fi system.

Unmatched Sound Precision

The NODE delivers exceptional sound precision thanks to its enhanced ESS SABRE DAC (ES9039Q2M) and audiophile-grade circuits, designed to reduce jitter and interference. Enjoy clear and crisp sound that brings out every detail of your music through your favorite amplifier or active speakers. The Quad-core 1.8 GHz ARM Cortex A53 processor ensures fast and smooth audio processing, even for high-resolution files.

Comprehensive Connectivity

The NODE is fully equipped with digital/analog inputs and outputs, making it incredibly versatile in any stereo or home audio setup:

• Inputs: HDMI eARC, Optical, USB
• Outputs: Stereo RCA, 1/4” (6.3 mm) headphone output, subwoofer output

Connect it to your TV via HDMI eARC and use its built-in IR learning for seamless universal control with any remote. Program up to five presets on a proximity-sensing touch panel for quick and easy access to your favorite sources.

Your Music and More

Stream everything in high quality with the BluOS app control, from popular music streaming services to personal music libraries containing thousands of tracks in HD quality. Apple AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth aptX Adaptive are also integrated for even more music from a wider range of apps and services.

The NODE supports a multitude of audio formats, including MQA and DSD, for a high-resolution listening experience.

Beyond the HiFi System

Wirelessly connect the NODE to Bluesound speakers and stereo components to create an immersive multiroom system, powered and controlled by BluOS throughout the house with dual-band Wi-Fi and Gigabit Ethernet. Enjoy HiFi-quality sound in every room without dropouts or interruptions.

Thanks to Bluetooth aptX HD wireless technology, you can also stream your music to compatible wireless speakers or headphones.

World-Class Headphone Technology

Experience ultra-realistic headphone listening with THX AAA headphone technology, offering 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.

The dedicated headphone amplifier delivers clean and dynamic power, capable of driving even the most demanding headphones.

Smart Acoustics

With optional Dirac Live room correction, you can use sophisticated room correction technology to measure room acoustics and eliminate standing waves, reverberations, and other unwanted distortions. A calibration kit with a high-sensitivity microphone is also required and available from Bluesound with an additional purchase.

This advanced feature optimizes sound based on your listening room for an even more immersive and realistic experience.

Intuitive Control

The NODE can be controlled in several ways:

• Via the BluOS app, available on iOS and Android
• With touch controls on the top panel of the device
• Using the optional RC1 remote control from Bluesound
• By voice via Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant
• With AirPlay 2 from an Apple device

The intuitive user interface with proximity sensor makes using the NODE simple and enjoyable every day.

Key Benefits of the Bluesound NODE (2025)

• High-resolution sound with great precision thanks to the ESS SABRE DAC and audiophile circuits
• Supports a wide range of audio formats including MQA and DSD
• Complete connectivity with HDMI eARC, optical, USB inputs, and RCA, headphone, subwoofer outputs
• Wireless multiroom streaming with Bluesound speakers and components via BluOS
• THX AAA headphone technology for exceptional headphone listening
• Optional Dirac Live room correction for optimized acoustics
• Versatile control via the BluOS app, touch controls, remote, voice, or AirPlay 2

Technical Specifications

Audio Performance

• Native sampling rates: up to 192 kHz
• Bit depth: 16-24
• Digital-to-analog converter: ESS ES9039Q2M
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 118 dB
• Distortion: THD+N, 0.0007%
• Audio controls and equalizer: BluOS Controller app

Headphone output power (THD < 0.1%)

• 160 mW, 16 Ω
• 230 mW, 32 Ω
• 53 mW, 250 Ω
• 22 mW, 600 Ω

Supported Audio Formats

• Standard formats: MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC, OPUS
• High-quality formats: FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS
• DSD: DSD256 (via future BluOS update)
• Multichannel: Dolby Digital

System and Integration

• Operating system: BluOS
• Control apps: iOS, Android, Windows, macOS
• Processor: ARM Cortex-A53, quad-core, 1.8 GHz per core
• Network sharing: SMB up to 200,000 files
• Image formats: JPG, PNG
• Streaming services: over 23 music and Internet radio services

Integrations

• Streaming: AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready, Dirac Live Ready
• Control systems: Crestron, Control4, RTI, ELAN, URC, Lutron
• Voice control: Amazon Alexa Skills

Connectivity

• Power supply: 100-240 V AC
• Network: Gigabit Ethernet, dual-band Wi-Fi 5
• Bluetooth: 5.2 aptX Adaptive bidirectional
• Inputs: HDMI eARC, optical/analog combo, IR, USB-A
• Outputs: RCA analog, USB Audio 2.0, coaxial, optical, 12V trigger, 6.3 mm headphone, subwoofer

User Interface

• Status indicators: 2
• Touch controls: play/pause, volume, 5 presets
• Proximity sensor
• Front IR with learning capability

Physical Characteristics

• Dimensions (W × H × D): 220 × 46 × 146 mm
• Weight: 1.09 kg
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C
• Storage: -10°C to 50°C, 20-80% RH

Included Accessories

• 120V and 230V power cords
• Stereo RCA cable
• Ethernet cable
• Mini-jack/Toslink adapter
• Documentation (safety/warranty, quick setup, Dirac Live Ready)