Specs:

Bluesound N331BLKUNV | PowerNode Black Wireless Multi-Room Hi-Res Music Streamer

AUDIO

• Supported Audio File Formats: MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, OPUS
  
• Supported High-Quality Audio File Formats: FLAC, MQA, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS
  
• DSD Support: DSD256
  
• Supported Multi-Channel Audio Formats: Dolby® Digital
  
• Native Sampling Rates: up to 192 KHz
  
• Bit Depths: 16-24
  
• Audio Controls & EQ: BluOS Control App
  
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: -102dBA
  
• Distortion: THD+N, 0.005%
  
• Amplification: DirectDigital™
  
• Rated Power Output: 100W x 2 | 80W x 3 (8 Ohms)
  
• IHF Dynamic Power: 265W (4 Ohms) | 140W (8 Ohms)
  
  SOFTWARE & INTEGRATIONS
  
• 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 Messsage Block (SMB) up to 200,000 files
  
• Album Art Supported: JPG, PNG
  
• Music Services & Internet Radio: 23+
  
• 3rd-Party Integrations: AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready,
• Dirac Live Ready (available via future software update)
  
• Control System Integrations: Creston, Control4, RTI, Nice, URC, Lutron
  
• Voice Control Integrations: Amazon Alexa Skills
  
  Product
  
• Dimensions 220 x 70 x 190 mm (W x H x D) 8.7 x 2.75 x 7.5 in (W x H x D)*
  
• Weight: 1.9 kg / 4.18 lbs
  *Non-metric measurements are approximate.
  
  CONNECTIONS
  
• Power Supply: Universal 3-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: Toslink Optical, RCA Analog, 3.5mm Optical/Analog Combo
  
• HDMI Input: HDMI eARC
  
• USB IN: Type A (Fat32, NTFS Formatted) - External Storage Only, Local Server Mode
  
• USB (other): USB Type C (PC input)
  
• Headphone Output: 6.3mm/1/4" Stereo, Bluetooth
  
• Subwoofer Output: RCA x 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+
  
• Speaker Terminals: 5-Way Binding Post
  
  GENERAL
  
• Finish: Black or White: Matte Satin Paint
  
• Storage Environment: -10°C to 50°C, 20% to 80% relative humidity
  
• Operating Environment: 0°C to 40°C
  
• SKU/Version: N331
  * all specifications subject to change without notice
  
  Included Accessories
  
• 120V AC Power Cord
  
• 230V AC Power Cord
  
• Ethernet Cable
  
• Mini Jack to Toslink Adaptor
  
• Safety/Warranty Guide
  
• Quick Setup Guide
  
• Dirac Live Ready Info Card
  
  

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
  

Overview:

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.

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