Bluesound Node X Network Streamer; 10th Anniversary Edition (Closeout)

Bluesound NODE X

Celebrating Ten Years of Bluesound with the Anniversary Edition NODE X, Wireless Multi-Room
Hi-Res Music Streamer 

In celebration of Bluesound's founding as the original hi-res multi-room brand in 2013 and the NODE's place as the industry standard hi-res wireless streamer, the limited-time, special 10th Anniversary Edition NODE X re-imagines some of the best parts of the Bluesound NODE’s product design, improving them even further, and setting, yet again, a new standard for audio performance and usability in the category.

The NODE X features an upgraded high-resolution audiophile-grade ESS Sabre DAC to reproduce all your digital sources with amazing musicality. An all-new headphone amplifier section featuring the THX Achromatic Audio Amplifier (THX AAA™), coupled with a full-sized ¼" headphone jack, ensures the ultimate no-compromise headphone audio experience. With an included Bluesound RC1 Remote Control and a celebratory 10th anniversary edition silver finish, the Bluesound NODE X unlocks the world of hi-res music streaming and multi-room audio to create a modern, performance-focused addition to existing hi-fi systems or your favorite set of powered speakers.  

TEN YEARS OF #LIVINGHIFI.

Bluesound is proud to celebrate a 10-year milestone with a limited-time, 10th Anniversary Edition NODE X. Since its inception, the iconic NODE has proven that audio quality, convenience and affordability can live together in one compact unit. The NODE X re-imagines some of the best parts of the NODE’s product design and takes ‘just add streaming’ into the next generation of audiophiles.

ULTIMATE HI-RES STREAMER.

Performance takes a step up in the NODE X with an upgraded audiophile ESS 9028Q2M Sabre DAC design to output amazing musicality, near-zero levels of clock jitter, ultra-low noise and a wide dynamic range. A truly high-end headphone amplifier driven by cutting edge THX AAA™ technology with patented feed-forward error correction results in infinitesimally low levels of noise, distortion and power consumption to drive a no-compromise headphone listening experience.

FULLY EQUIPPED. The NODE X uses enhanced dual band Wi-Fi to deliver the best in-class wireless stream quality. Access built-in music services like Tidal®, Spotify® and Qobuz® through the intuitive BluOS app for iOS and Android, or play from your own digital music library held on a computer or external drive. Like a jack of all trades, the NODE X is equipped with all the inputs and outputs to please every avid audiophile.

THE MULTI-ROOM DREAM. Seamlessly group the NODE X with multiple Bluesound speakers around the home to create an intuitive multi-room music system. Control the NODE X directly from your smart device or computer, touch panel controls with presets, voice assistants like Siri, Alexa or Google Voice, or by using the included RC1 Remote Control, which offers one-touch access to any Bluesound player within its proximity.

NODE X Specifications

Operating System: BluOS
Supported Controller Operating System: iOS, Android, Windows Vista, 7, 8, 10, macOS 10.10-10.15, 11
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 Network File Sharing: Server Messsage Block (SMB)
Native Sampling Rates: up to 192 kHz
Bit Depths: 16-24
Music Service Integrations: 23+
3rd-Party Integrations: AirPlay 2
Apple Wireless Accessory Configuration (WAC)
Control System Integrations: Crestron, Control 4, RTI, ELAN, URC, Push, Lutron, iPort
Voice Control Integrations: Amazon Alexa Skills; Actions on Google

Features
Status Indicator: LED x 2
Play/Pause Button: Touch LED
Volume Control Buttons: Touch Slider LED
Previous/Next Track Buttons: Touch LED
Preset Buttons: Touch LED x 5
Proximity Sensor: Yes
Audio Controls & EQ: In-App
Processor: ARM® Cortex™ -A53, Quad-Core, 1.8GHz per core
DAC: ESS 9028Q2M
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: -118dB
Distortion: THD+N, 0.0003%Connections
Power: Universal bi-pin AC cord input (100-240AC)
Ethernet/LAN: Ethernet RJ45, GigE 1000 Mbps
Wi-Fi Built In: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual-band
Bluetooth Quality: Bluetooth 5.0 aptX HD
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: Combo Mini TOSLINK; 3.5mm Analog Line In
HDMI Input: HDMI eARC
USB IN: Type A (Fat32 Formatted)
Audio Output: Analog RCA Stereo with Fixed Output option
USB Audio 2.0 (Type A)
Coaxial Output: RCA
Optical Output: TOSLINK digital optical
Trigger Out: 12 Volt
Headphone Output: 6.35mm Stereo; Bluetooth
Headphone Signal-to-Noise Ratio: -95dB ref 1mW / 32ohms
Headphone Distortion: THD+N, 0.002%
Subwoofer Output: RCA x 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+

Finish: Silver
Version: N131

Product Dimensions:
220 x 46 x 146 mm (W x H x D)
8.7 x 1.8 x 5.7 in (W x H x D)*
Weight: 1.14kg/2.5lbs
Included Accessories
• RC1 Remote Control
• 120V AC Power Cord
• 230V AC Power Cord
• Ethernet Cable
• Stereo RCA to RCA Cable
• TOSLINK Optical to 3.5mm Mini Adaptor
• Safety/Warranty Guide
• Quick Setup Guide
• 10th Anniversary Insert