Simply put, there is nothing like the NODE. With re-engineered components and circuitry for even better performance, the original wireless hi-res music streamer now features built-in THX AAA™ headphone technology, DSD playback, and more. Connect it to your stereo system and stream music, radio, podcasts, and more from popular streaming services or your personal library. With HDMI eARC, Dolby Digital decoding, and Apple AirPlay 2, the NODE is at the core of your home audio experience, with the flexibility to wirelessly connect to Bluesound Players for seamless multi-room music throughout the home. ESS ES9039Q2M SABRE® DAC THX AAA™ headphone amplifier technology with full-sized 1/4" headphone output RCA, optical, coaxial, and USB audio outputs HDMI eARC, optical, and analog audio inputs Room correction with Dirac Live Ready DSD playback Five programmable quick-touch presets and proximity-sensing controls Works with AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, and TIDAL Connect Roon Ready Two-way aptX™ Adaptive* Bluetooth *Available via future software update BETTER DOWN TO EVERY SONIC DETAIL The NODE delivers precision-engineered sound with its improved ESS SABRE® DAC (ES9039Q2M) and audiophile-grade circuitry, designed to reduce jitter and interference. Enjoy clean, clear audio that brings out every detail of your music through your favorite amp or powered speakers. YOUR MUSIC AND MORE Stream everything at the highest quality with control of the BluOS app, from popular music streaming services to personal music libraries with thousands of tracks in HD quality. Apple AirPlay 2 and aptX Adaptive Bluetooth* are also built-in for even more music from more apps and services. Supported Audio File Formats: MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC, OPUS Native Sampling Rates: up to 192 kHz Signal-to-Noise Ratio: -118 dB Supported High-Quality Audio File Formats: FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS Bit Depth: 16-24 Distortion: THD+N, 0.0007% DSD Support: DSD256 Audio Controls & EQ: BluOS Controller App Headphone Continuous Output Power (THD