POWERNODE (2025) is a high-performance streaming amplifier that brings powerful, detailed sound into your home audio system. It combines true hi-fi level playback with modern features in a streamlined device. Whether it's music, movies, or both, POWERNODE simplifies your setup—without compromising sound quality.
POWERNODE (2025) is the perfect choice when you want a simple yet powerful solution for high-quality audio playback—without separate amplifier or streaming equipment.
Wireless streaming network amplifier with multi-room features. Just add speakers.
The Bluesound POWERNODE is an updated version of perhaps the most popular HiFi device of all time—an integrated amplifier. Only Bluesound combines award-winning audiophile-grade HybridDigital amplifier technology and D/A technology with a digital network player.
Just add speakers and listen to your favorite streaming service or internet radio. Deep bass lovers will appreciate the subwoofer connection with crossover. The HiFi of the future—today.
Powerful and dynamic sound
At the heart of POWERNODE is Bluesound’s proprietary DirectDigital™ amplifier technology, delivering 100 watts per channel—cleanly and with very low distortion. Whether driving stereo speakers or expanding a home theater setup, the sound is rich, dynamic, and precise.
It is the perfect foundation for both audiophile-level music playback and an impressive movie experience.
Simplify your TV system
POWERNODE is designed to blend effortlessly into your living room. HDMI eARC, center channel support, and wireless surround pairing enable a direct connection to your TV with a single cable—no complicated AV receivers needed. Fewer wires, more performance.
Seamless multi-room music
POWERNODE and BluOS provide an easy and powerful way to manage your music. Over 20 streaming services, internet radio, and your own music library are all at your fingertips—in one app. Play hi-res audio throughout your home or start music directly from your phone or tablet. The BluOS Controller app makes managing a multi-room system effortless and intuitive.
Stylish and simple control
POWERNODE blends seamlessly into any space with its understated matte finish and minimalist design.
The touch-sensitive glass panel on top, equipped with a proximity sensor, offers quick and intuitive control plus access to five playback presets. Sophisticated looks meet smart usability.
Designed for headphone listening
POWERNODE includes a dedicated 6.3 mm headphone output powered by THX AAA technology.
Enjoy personal listening with ultra-low distortion and precise sound reproduction—perfect for late-night sessions or focused, critical listening. Headphone sound without compromise.
Features:
- 2 x 100 W (stereo) or 3 x 80 W (L/C/R @ 8 ohms)
- HDMI eARC – easy TV integration
- 6.3 mm headphone output with THX AAA amplifier – ultra-low distortion
- BluOS multi-room platform – play music wirelessly in any room
- Wireless Dolby Digital home theater with BluOS Bonded Speaker Link
- Touch panel + 5 presets for quick use, motion-activated lighting
- AirPlay 2 and aptX Adaptive Bluetooth – compatible with all your devices
- Dual-band Wi-Fi + gigabit Ethernet
- USB-C, analog, and digital inputs
- Supports Dirac Live room correction
- Supports DSD256, MQA, and hi-res audio formats
- Powered by state-of-the-art quad-core 1.8 GHz ARM Cortex A53 processor and 32-bit/384 kHz premium DAC ensuring flawless playback accuracy and clarity
- Simple and user-friendly BluOS Controller app and easy setup
- IR input and learning IR; control POWERNODE with optional RC1 remote control.
- Voice control with Amazon Alexa Skills; Actions on Google
Technical specifications:
- Supported file formats: MP3, AAC, WMA, OGG, WMA-L, ALAC, OPUS
- Supported Hi-Res Audio file formats: FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS
- Supported Hi-Res Audio formats: Dolby Digital
- Processor: ARM Cortex-A53, Quad-Core, 1.8 GHz per core
- Sampling rates: up to 192 kHz
- Resolution: 16 - 24 bit
- DSD support: DSD 256
- Amplifier technology: DirectDigital
- Nominal power: 100W x 2 / 80W x 3 (8 Ohms)
- IHF dynamic power: 265W (4 Ohms) / 140W (8 Ohms)
- Signal-to-noise ratio: SNR - 102 dBA
- Total harmonic distortion + noise (THD+N): 0.005%
- DAC: 32-Bit, 192 kHz, Differential Output design
- Operating system: BluOS
- Controller app OS: iOS, Android, Windows, macOS
- Network file sharing: SMB, indexing up to 200,000 tracks
- Internet radio: TuneIn Radio, Radio Paradise (also MQA), Calm Radio, LiveXLive
- Supported music services (23+): Spotify, Amazon Music HD, TIDAL, Deezer, Qobuz, HighResAudio (VAULT Required), Napster, KKBox, Bugs, Taihe Music ZONE, SoundMachine, IDAGIO, OraStream, Neil Young Archives, nugs.net...
- Voice control integration: Amazon Alexa Skills
- 3rd-Party: AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready
- Integration partners: Control4, RTI, Crestron, URC, Lutron, Nice
- Album art: JPG, PNG
- Local network: Gigabit Ethernet RJ45, GigE 1000 Mbps, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac, dual band 2.4/5 GHz)
- USB input: Type-A port for USB external drive (formatted FAT32 or NTFS) Local Server Mode
- Audio inputs: HDMI eARC
- Optical digital input TOSLINK or analog 3.5 mm x 2 combo
- USB Audio: USB Type C (PC input)
- Audio outputs: 5-Way Binding Post screw terminals for speakers
- Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.2 aptX HD, bidirectional (transmit or receive)
- Headphones: 6.3 mm stereo headphone jack, wireless Bluetooth output
- Subwoofer: Subwoofer RCA x1, wireless pairing with PULSE SUB +
- IR control: Built-in IR sensor on front panel; learning IR, 3.5 mm plug IR input
- Mobile: BluOS – free Android and iOS app available on Google Play and Apple App Store
- Buttons: Mode indicator: RGB-LED x 2, play/pause button: touch LED, volume control buttons: touch slider LED, previous/next track buttons: touch LED, 5 preset buttons: touch LED, proximity sensor: yes
Included accessories:
- Power cable
- Ethernet cable
- Toslink optical / 3.5 mm mini adapter x 2
- Safety/warranty guide
