With Node (2021), Bluesound is revamping its network audio player and giving it a higher performance to reach the top of the audio experience. It's Hi-Res Audio certified, MQA compliant and features a more powerful processor and 32-bit/384 kHz DAC.
With Node (2021), Bluesound is revamping its network audio player with superior performance to take the audio experience to new heights. Hi-Res Audio certified, this model is MQA compliant and features a more powerful processor and a newly designed 32-bit/384 kHz DAC. Still enjoy connected features with Wi-Fi, two-way Bluetooth atpX, Gigabit Ethernet and multi-room, and find a full range of connectivity to integrate the Node 2021 into your audio environment.
Hi-Res Audio experience
Bring high-resolution 24-bit streaming to an existing stereo system or your powered speakers and access all the music you've ever recorded with a few clicks of the BluOS Controller app for iOS, Android, Mac or PC. Hundreds of internet radio stations, premium music services such as Tidal, Qobuz, Deezer, Spotify and dozens of other music streaming services are integrated with the NODE operating system, making music discovery seamless and exciting.
Intense emotions
Don't let the NODE's size and minimalist appearance fool you into undermining its capabilities. Inside, it boasts an audiophile-grade DAC that supports not only 24-bit/192kHz audio processing, but also MQA for superior listening. With powerful software features such as tone controls and fixed volume output, you can customise your listening preferences in detail.
Natural integration
Bring music into your NODE using HDMI eARC input, Wi-Fi, Ethernet connection, AirPlay 2, two-way Bluetooth aptX or USB to listen to audio from streaming services, TV and your own music library.
Listen to your music on your Hi-Fi system or with wired or wireless headphones, connecting to RCA, optical TOSLINK, aptX HD Bluetooth, 3.5mm, Apple or other Bluesound or BluOS players.
Key Features :
Hi-Res Audio network player
Quad-Core 1.8 GHz processor
32-bit/384 kHz DAC
24-bit/192kHz audio processing and MQA support
Network: Wi-Fi AC Dual Band, Bluetooth 5.0 aptX (bi-directional), Gigabit Ethernet
Multiroom functionality with BluOS and AirPlay 2
Roon Ready, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Internet Radio
Compatible with Siri, Alexa and Google Assistant voice assistants
HDMI eARC input
Digital, optical and analogue inputs and outputs
Touch controls
Logistics information :
This product is not available for delivery in the following location: Switzerland.
I was looking to upgrade my Denon HC/DVD amp to extend its use with streaming by looking for a quality DAC and get the most out of my speakers. I am not disappointed! An incredible clarity of sound, a detachment of the instruments and the voice which (re)makes discover the quality recordings restored in HD on the platforms of streaming (Tidal, Deezer,...). The interface of the app that serves as a remote control for the box is very intuitive and does not distort the navigation with the original streaming apps. To sum up, a safe investment for music lovers.
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by Aurélien
Posted on 15 Oct 2021
Bought on 15 Sep 2021 from LDLC
Number of reviews: 1Average rating: 9
Perfect toolbox for my hi-fi system
To get rid of a chromecast audio (for spotify) + airport express (for airplay) + micromega DAC combo, I was looking for a single device able to do everything in one:
- get an optical output from a TV
- send sound in airplay AND bluetooth (useful when friends come and want to play their music)
- I was looking for a device that could do everything in one: get an optical output from a TV, send sound in airplay AND bluetooth (handy when friends come over and want to play their music), direct playback from spotify, Qobuz, and above all explore my network shares on my NAS.
Well it's perfect! I hesitated for a long time with other more "traditional" players (Denon, Yamaha...etc), but the regular updates, the number of configurable platforms and the reviews convinced me. I am not disappointed with my purchase.
No connection problems, my network CD-library scanned in 5 minutes, and displays the file quality in front of each title (CD, MP3, HighRes...)
The smartphone application is therefore quite well done.
I gained the possibility to program radio channels accessible from the touch panel.
The Spotify playback works impeccably well, and without any bug or interruption in 1 month of use, contrary to my experiences with Chromecast and Airport express...
For the pure audio part, I don't have a sharp enough ear to judge, but other websites do. In any case what I usually listen to comes out perfectly and more dynamically than before.
