Bluesound Node N132 Performance Streamer

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Bluesound Node N132 Performance Streamer

AVAILABLE LATE OCTOBER 2024. 

Performance Music Streamer

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 AAA™ 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Key Features

  • ESS ES9039Q2M SABRE® DAC
  • Quad-core 1.8GHz ARM® Cortex™ A53 processor
  • THX AAA™ 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
  • *Available via future software update

 

Specifications Details
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 -118 dB
Distortion THD+N, 0.0007%
Headphone Continuous Output Power (THD <0.1%) 160mW, 16Ω; 230mW, 32Ω; 53mW, 250Ω; 22mW, 600Ω
Operating System BluOS
App Controller Operating System iOS, Android, Windows, macOS
Processor ARM® Cortex™ -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, 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
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+
Status Indicator LED x2
Buttons Capacitive Touch LED (Play/Pause, Volume Control Slider, 5x Presets)
Proximity Sensor Yes (Auto Dim/Off)
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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