# Bluesound NODE Wireless Streaming Music Player

The Bluesound NODE is the original wireless hi-res music streamer - now re-engineered with improved components and circuitry for even better performance.

Featuring the ESS SABRE ES9039Q2M DAC, a built-in THX AAA headphone amplifier, DSD256 playback, and the full BluOS multi-room platform, it connects to any stereo amplifier or powered speakers and immediately unlocks a world of high-quality streaming.

With a comprehensive set of inputs and outputs - including HDMI eARC for TV connection, a combo analogue/optical input for external sources, stereo RCA, coaxial, optical, and USB audio outputs - the NODE works as both a capable streaming DAC and a versatile analogue preamplifier.

Dirac Live room correction is available as an optional upgrade, and the proximity-sensing touch panel with five programmable presets keeps daily control quick and straightforward.

-   **ESS SABRE DAC with Audiophile-Grade Circuitry:** The ES9039Q2M delivers audio up to 24-bit/192kHz with a -118 dB noise floor and THD+N of just 0.0007%, engineered to reduce jitter and interference throughout the signal path.
-   **THX AAA Headphone Amplifier:** A full-sized 6.3mm headphone output powered by THX AAA technology gives you audiophile-grade wired listening with the world's most linear response and exceptionally low noise and distortion.
-   **Stream Everything:** Access 23+ services via BluOS including TIDAL Connect, Spotify Connect (with lossless support), Qobuz Connect, and Roon Ready, plus Apple AirPlay 2 and two-way aptX Adaptive Bluetooth 5.2.
-   **HDMI eARC and Multi-Input Flexibility:** Connect your TV via HDMI eARC, analogue sources via the combo 3.5mm/Mini-TOSLINK input, and USB storage for local library playback - making the NODE equally at home in a music or AV setup.
-   **Dirac Live Ready:** Optional room correction via a Dirac Live licence (purchased separately) intelligently measures and compensates for your room acoustics, removing standing waves and unwanted distortion for cleaner, more balanced sound.
-   **Multi-Room Ready:** Connect wirelessly to other Bluesound players via BluOS to build a whole-home hi-res audio system across up to 64 zones, all managed from one app on iOS, Android, Windows, or macOS.

###### Specifications

-   **Model:** N132
-   **DAC:** ESS SABRE ES9039Q2M
-   **Supported Audio Formats:** MP3, AAC, WMA, OGG, ALAC, OPUS, FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS
-   **DSD Support:** DSD256
-   **Multi-Channel Audio:** Dolby Digital
-   **Native Sampling Rates:** Up to 192 kHz
-   **Bit Depth:** 16-24 bit
-   **Signal-to-Noise Ratio:** -118 dB
-   **Distortion:** THD+N 0.0007%
-   **Headphone Output Power (THD <0.1%):** 160 mW at 16 ohms / 230 mW at 32 ohms / 53 mW at 250 ohms / 22 mW at 600 ohms
-   **Dirac Live Output Support:** Analogue RCA stereo, optical, coaxial (USB output does not support Dirac Live)
-   **Operating System:** BluOS
-   **App Compatibility:** iOS, Android, Windows, macOS
-   **Processor:** Quad-Core ARM Cortex-A53, 1.8 GHz per core
-   **Music Services:** 23+ including TIDAL Connect, Spotify Connect, Qobuz Connect, Roon Ready
-   **Third-Party Integrations:** AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, Roon Ready, Dirac Live Ready
-   **Control System Support:** Crestron, Control4, RTI, ELAN, URC, Lutron, Josh.ai
-   **Voice Control:** Amazon Alexa
-   **Network File Sharing:** SMB, up to 200,000 files
-   **Wi-Fi:** Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual-band
-   **Ethernet:** RJ45 Gigabit (1000 Mbps)
-   **Bluetooth:** 5.2 aptX Adaptive (two-way transmit and receive)
-   **Power Supply:** Universal mains input (100-240V AC)
-   **Analogue/Optical Input:** Combo Mini-TOSLINK / 3.5mm stereo jack
-   **HDMI Input:** HDMI eARC
-   **USB Input:** Type-A (FAT32 formatted, external storage / local server mode)
-   **Analogue Output:** Stereo RCA (fixed option), Subwoofer RCA x1
-   **Digital Outputs:** Coaxial RCA, Toslink optical, USB Audio 2.0 (Type-A)
-   **Headphone Output:** 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo jack, Bluetooth
-   **Trigger Output:** 12V
-   **IR Input:** 3.5 mm jack with IR remote learning
-   **Preset Buttons:** 5 programmable quick-touch presets with proximity sensor
-   **Finish:** Matte satin paint, black or white
-   **Dimensions (W x H x D):** 220 x 46 x 146 mm
-   **Weight:** 1.09 kg
-   **Operating Temperature:** 0°C to 40°C

###### What You Get

-   1 x Bluesound Node Streaming Player
-   1 x 120V AC Power Cord
-   1 x 230V AC Power Cord
-   1 x Ethernet Cable
-   1 x Stereo RCA to RCA Cable
-   1 x TOSLINK Optical to 3.5mm Mini Adaptor
-   1 x Safety/Warranty Guide
-   1 x Quick Setup Guide

## Details

- **Price:** 549.0 GBP
- **Vendor:** Bluesound
- **Type:** Music Streamers
- **Tags:** Available To Order

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Black | 549.00 GBP | In stock |
| White | 549.00 GBP | In stock |

## Images

- Bluesound NODE Wireless Streaming Music Player - K&B Audio
- Bluesound NODE Wireless Streaming Music Player - K&B Audio
- Bluesound NODE Wireless Streaming Music Player - K&B Audio
- Bluesound NODE Wireless Streaming Music Player - K&B Audio
- Bluesound NODE Wireless Streaming Music Player - K&B Audio
- Bluesound NODE Wireless Streaming Music Player - K&B Audio
- Bluesound NODE Wireless Streaming Music Player - K&B Audio
- Bluesound NODE Wireless Streaming Music Player - K&B Audio

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> Source: [K&B Audio](https://www.kbaudio.co.uk/products/bluesound-node-wireless-music-player)
> Updated: 2026-05-19