Simply put, there is nothing like the Bluesound 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.
Bluesound Node N132 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:
| Audio |
| Supported Audio File Formats |
MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC, OPUS |
| Supported Hi-Res Audio File Formats |
FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS |
| DSD Support |
DSD256, Available via Future BluOS 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%) |
160 mW, 16 Ω / 230 mW, 32 Ω / 53 mW, 250 Ω / 22 mW, 600 Ω |
| Software & Integrations |
| Operating System |
BluOS |
| App Controller Operating Systems |
iOS, Android, Windows, macOS |
| Processor |
ARM® Cortex™ -A53, Quad-Core, 1.8 GHz Per Core |
| Supported Network File Sharing |
Server Message Block (SMB) up to 200,000 Files |
| Album Art Supported |
JPG, PNG |
| Music Services & Internet Radio |
23+ Music Services & Internet Radio |
| 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 |
| Connections |
| Power Supply |
Universal Bi-Pin AC Cord Input (100-240 AC) |
| 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 |
3.5 mm Jack |
| Optical/Analogue Input |
Combo – Mini TOSLINK/Stereo 3.5 mm |
| HDMI Input |
HDMI eARC |
| USB In |
Type A (FAT32 Formatted) – External Storage Only; Local Server Mode |
| Audio Output |
Analogue RCA Stereo with Fixed Option; USB Audio 2.0 (Type A) |
| Coaxial Output |
RCA |
| Optical Output |
TOSLINK Digital Optical |
| Trigger Out |
12 Volt |
| Headphone Output |
6.3 mm Stereo; Bluetooth |
| Subwoofer Output |
RCA x 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+ |
| User Interface & Controls |
| Status Indicator |
LED x 2 |
| Play/Pause Button |
Touch LED |
| Volume Control Buttons |
Touch Slider LED |
| Preset Buttons |
Touch LED x 5 |
| Proximity Sensor |
Yes |
| General |
| Finish |
Black or White: Matte Satin |
| Storage Environment |
-10°C to 50°C, 20% to 80% Relative Humidity |
| Operating Environment |
0°C to 40°C |
| Version |
N132 |
| Product Dimensions (W x H x D) |
220 x 46 x 146 mm / 8.7 x 1.8 x 5.7 in (Non-Metric Measurements are Approximate) |
| Product Weight |
1.09 kg / 2.4 lb |
| Included Accessories |
120 V AC Power Cord, 230 V AC Power Cord, Stereo RCA to RCA Cable, Ethernet Cable, Mini Jack to Toslink Adapter, Safety/Warranty Guide, Quick Setup Guide, Dirac Live Ready Info Card |
