Bluesound NODE Wireless Streaming Music Player

Q: Does the Bluesound NODE have a headphone output?

Yes - the NODE includes a full-sized 6.3mm (1/4") headphone jack powered by THX AAA amplifier technology. This provides a highly linear response with exceptionally low noise and distortion, making it well suited to high-performance headphones. Wireless headphone listening is also supported via Bluetooth.

Q: Can the Bluesound NODE connect to a TV?

Yes - the NODE features an HDMI eARC input, allowing you to route your television's audio through the NODE's DAC and out to your stereo system via a single cable. It also supports Dolby Digital decoding, making it a capable two-channel hub for both music and TV listening.

Q: What analogue inputs does the Bluesound NODE have?

The NODE has a single combo input accepting either a Mini-TOSLINK optical or 3.5mm analogue stereo connection - a Mini Jack to Toslink adapter is included in the box. This allows you to connect an external source such as a turntable, CD player, or TV optical output. For more extensive analogue input options, the NODE ICON adds RCA analogue and a second optical input.

Q: Is the Bluesound NODE compatible with Roon?

Yes - the NODE is Roon Ready certified, meaning it can function as a Roon endpoint for bit-perfect streaming from a Roon Core. It also supports TIDAL Connect, Spotify Connect with lossless, Qobuz Connect, and Apple AirPlay 2, covering all major streaming platforms.

Q: What is Dirac Live and does the NODE support it?

Dirac Live is an advanced room correction system that measures your listening room's acoustics and compensates for standing waves, bass build-up, and other distortions. The NODE is Dirac Live Ready, meaning the feature is built in, but you need to purchase a Dirac Live licence separately and use a compatible calibration microphone, also available from Bluesound. Dirac Live works via the analogue RCA, optical, and coaxial outputs.

Q: Do you price match?

Yes, we will try our best to price match for you - but as a small independent company, we can't always guarantee it. Please submit a price match request here. We will price match where possible provided that the competitor is a like for like UK VAT registered company, they must be an authorised retailer, the product must be in stock and not on clearance.

Bluesound | SKU: NODE-B

£549.00

Colour: Black

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Description

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

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1 Year Warranty + 60 Day Returns

K&B Audio are authorised retailers for Bluesound. Your purchase comes with a 1 Year warranty, expert help on hand and you get 60 day returns window in case you're not 100% happy with the product.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Bluesound NODE have a headphone output?

Yes - the NODE includes a full-sized 6.3mm (1/4") headphone jack powered by THX AAA amplifier technology. This provides a highly linear response with exceptionally low noise and distortion, making it well suited to high-performance headphones. Wireless headphone listening is also supported via Bluetooth.

Can the Bluesound NODE connect to a TV?

Yes - the NODE features an HDMI eARC input, allowing you to route your television's audio through the NODE's DAC and out to your stereo system via a single cable. It also supports Dolby Digital decoding, making it a capable two-channel hub for both music and TV listening.

What analogue inputs does the Bluesound NODE have?

The NODE has a single combo input accepting either a Mini-TOSLINK optical or 3.5mm analogue stereo connection - a Mini Jack to Toslink adapter is included in the box. This allows you to connect an external source such as a turntable, CD player, or TV optical output. For more extensive analogue input options, the NODE ICON adds RCA analogue and a second optical input.

Is the Bluesound NODE compatible with Roon?

Yes - the NODE is Roon Ready certified, meaning it can function as a Roon endpoint for bit-perfect streaming from a Roon Core. It also supports TIDAL Connect, Spotify Connect with lossless, Qobuz Connect, and Apple AirPlay 2, covering all major streaming platforms.

What is Dirac Live and does the NODE support it?

Dirac Live is an advanced room correction system that measures your listening room's acoustics and compensates for standing waves, bass build-up, and other distortions. The NODE is Dirac Live Ready, meaning the feature is built in, but you need to purchase a Dirac Live licence separately and use a compatible calibration microphone, also available from Bluesound. Dirac Live works via the analogue RCA, optical, and coaxial outputs.

Do you price match?

Yes, we will try our best to price match for you - but as a small independent company, we can't always guarantee it.

Please submit a price match request here.

We will price match where possible provided that the competitor is a like for like UK VAT registered company, they must be an authorised retailer, the product must be in stock and not on clearance.

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