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BLUESOUND Powernode N331 Streaming Amplifier

The POWERNODE is a high-performance streaming amplifier that brings powerful, detailed sound to your home audio setup. With 100W per channel, HDMI eARC, and BluOS™ multi-room support, it merges true HiFi playback with modern convenience. Whether for music, movies, or both, it’s built to simplify your system without compromising on sound. Allows 3.1 setups: Centre, Fronts and Sub; plus can be exended to 5.1 with other Bluesound products.

$1,949.00

Multi-Room Music Streaming Amplifier

The Bluesound POWERNODE is the hifi amp reinvented for the streaming age, combining audiophile-grade componentry and multi-room music capabilities to create an intuitive "just add speakers" hi-res sound system for modern music lovers.

Powerful, Dynamic Sound

At the heart of the POWERNODE is Bluesound’s refined DirectDigital™ platform, delivering 100W per channel of clean, low-distortion amplification. Whether driving stereo speakers or expanding to a surround setup, the sound is rich, dynamic, and precise. It’s the ideal foundation for audiophile-grade music or cinematic playback.

Just add a centre Speaker and achieve a Left, Centre and Right. Add a Sub and achieve 3.1. And if you want to go 5.1Surround, just add a pair of compatable Bluesound speakers such as the Flex2i or better. Or consider a passive soundbar as a front LCR set up. There are many configurations that can be applied and the team at Apollo Hi-Fi can assist you with.

Simplify Your TV Setup

Designed to slot into your living room with ease, the POWERNODE features HDMI eARC, center channel support, and wireless surround pairing. It connects directly to your TV with a single cable and eliminates the need for bulky AV receivers. Less clutter, more performance.

Seamless Multi-Room Audio

With BluOS™, the POWERNODE gives you intuitive control over 20+ streaming services, Internet radio, and your own digital library. Stream hi-res audio throughout your home or cue up music directly from your phone or tablet. The BluOS Controller app makes multi-room management seamless.

Elegant, Simple Controls

With a sleek matte finish and a minimalist footprint, the POWERNODE fits effortlessly into any space. A touch-sensitive glass panel with proximity sensing gives you quick control and access to five playback presets. Subtle design meets smart interaction.

Designed for Headphones

The POWERNODE features a dedicated 6.3mm headphone output powered by THX AAA™ technology. Enjoy personal listening with ultra-low distortion and high-fidelity detail. It’s ideal for late-night sessions or critical listening moments.

 

Features
  • 100W x2 stereo / 80W x3 LCR (8 ohms) output
  • HDMI eARC for simple TV integration
  • 6.3mm headphone output with THX AAA™ technology
  • BluOS™ multi-room music streaming platform
  • Wireless Dolby Digital® surround sound with BluOS Bonded Speaker Link
  • Sleek touch panel with 5 quick-access presets
  • AirPlay 2 and aptX™ Adaptive Bluetooth support
  • Dual-band Wi-Fi and Gigabit Ethernet
  • USB-C and analog/digital input options
  • Dirac Live Room Correction (via future update)
  • Supports DSD256, MQA, and high-res audio formats
Specification
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
Supported Multi-Channel Audio Formats
  • Dolby® Digital 

DSD Support
  • DSD256
Native Sampling Rates
  • 192kHz
Bit Depth
  • 16Bit
  • 24Bit
Signal to Noise Ratio
  • 102dBA
Distortion
  • THD+N: 0.005%
Amplification
  • DirectDigital™
Power Output
  • Rated Output 8 Ohms
    • 2x 100W
    • 3x 80W
  • IHF Dynamic Power
    • 8 Ohms
      • 140W
    • 4 Ohms
      • 265W
Audio Controls & EQ
  • BluOS Control App
Software & Integrations
Operating System
  • BluOS
App Controller Operating System
  • iOS
  • Android
  • Windows
  • macOS
Supported Network File Sharing
  • Server Message Block (SMB) up to 200,000 files
Music Services & Internet Radio
  • 23+
Album Art Supported
  • JPG
  • PNG
3rd-Party Integrations
  • AirPlay 2
  • Spotify Connect
  • Tidal Connect
  • Roon Ready
  • Dirac Live Ready (Available via software update)
Control System Integrations
  • Crestron
  • Control4
  • RTI
  • Nice
  • URC
  • Lutron
Voice Control Integrations
  • Amazon Alexa Skills
Processor
  • ARM® Cortex™ -A53, Quad-Core, 1.8GHz per core
User Interface & Control
Status Indicator
  • LED x2
Buttons
  • Play/Pause Button
    • Touch LED
  • Volume Control Buttons
    • Touch Slider LED
  • Previous/Next Track Buttons
    • Touch LED
  • Preset Buttons
    • Touch LED x5
Proximity Sensor
  • Yes
Connections
Networking
  • RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet
  • Wi-Fi 5 (802.11AC, dual-band)
  • Two Way Bluetooth (Transmit and Receive)
    • Bluetooth 5.2
    • aptX HD
IR
  • IR Sensor Built In
    • Front Panel with IR Learning
  • 3.5mm IR Input Jack
Inputs
  • Optical Analogue Combo Jack (3.5mm, mini TOSLink)
  • HDMI eARC
  • TOSLink Optical
  • RCA Analogue
  • Bluetooth
  • Network Streaming
  • USB Type C
 Outputs
  • 3x Speaker Outputs
  • 1x RCA Subwoofer Output
  • 1x 6.35mm (1/4") Headphone Jack
  • Bluetooth Transmission
  • Wireless to Pulse Sub +
USB-In
  • Type A
    • FAT32, NTFS Formatted
    • External Storage Only
    • Local Server Mode
General
Finish
  • Black Matte Satin Paint
  • White Matte Satin Paint
Generation
  • 3
Operating Environment
  • 0°C to 40°C 
Included Accessories
  • AC Power Cable
  • Ethernet Cable
  • TOSLINK Optical to 3.5mm Mini Adaptor
  • Safety/Warranty Guide
  • Quick Setup Guide
  • Dirac Live Ready Info Card
Product Dimensions
  • 220mm Width
  • 190mm Depth
  • 70mm Height
  • 1.9kg
Shipping Dimensions
  • 295mm Width
  • 295mm Depth
  • 110mm Height
  • 3.4kg