HE AMP REINVENTED - HI-RES AMPLIFIED MUSIC STREAMER The POWERNODE is the streaming amplifier that merges several traditional components into one and unlocks a world of high fidelity streaming, while effortlessly driving your choice of speakers.Now with HDMI output, allowing the POWERNODE to connect to your TV.New Features Improved Power Output Touch Sensitive Control Panel Features 220mm x 190mm x 70mm Built in amplifier Connect to any existing stereo amplifier, AV receiver, or powered audio system Access and stream Internet radio stations or NAS Airplay 2 Headphone stereo mini jack Available in black or white Control your Bluesound device with an RC1 controller - Click here BluOs Ready Description JUST ADD SPEAKERS Source, control, and amplification come packed into the compact and minimalist POWERNODE. Get the most out of your favorite speakers with an award-winning audiophile-grade amplifier that features 80 watts per channel of zero-distortion power. A premium DAC design flawlessly delivers hi-res, studio-quality music, including support for FLAC, MQA, and other popular file formats. The BluOS Controller app connects you to popular streaming services like Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz, SiriusXM, and dozens of others, or from your own music library through Apple Airplay2, aptX HD Bluetooth, or even a network-connected drive or USB hard drive. HIGH RES MUSIC. EVERYWHERE Whether it’s one or many rooms, the POWERNODE is a versatile workhorse. It can be placed either freestanding or in a custom installation rack, allowing you to easily toggle back and forth amongst a number of listening set-ups. Looking for a traditional 2-channel audiophile listening experience? Just add a pair of your favorite speakers. Add the PULSE SUB+ to your 2-channel set-up to create a capable and musical 2.1 wireless system. Bring a pair of PULSE FLEX 2i to the party as rear channel additions to your 2.1 system for a wireless Dolby surround sound home theatre experience. Sprinkle other BLUESOUND players around your home for a whole-home multiroom audio solution. PLAYS WELL WITH OTHERS The POWERNODE supports HDMI eARC, dual-band Wi-Fi and Gigabit Ethernet, Apple Airplay 2, two-way aptX HD Bluetooth, RCA, Toslink optical, 3.5mm jack, and USB Type A connectors. Bring music into your POWERNODE from dozens of internet radio and streaming services, Bluetooth devices, TV and gaming consoles, network or local hard drives, nearby Apple devices, CD players, and many others. Then send your music into your favorite speakers, other Bluesound players or BluOS devices, Bluetooth headphones, wired headphones, Apple AirPlay devices, or other network-connected speakers. "B" IS FOR "BRAINS" With BluOS you can easily create a DIY multiroom hi-res audio system with a few taps of the BluOS Controller app. Additional hands-free controls are available through voice assistants like Siri, Google Voice, or Alexa. For professional smart home installers, full-feature drivers are available for Lutron, Crestron, RTI, Elan, and other popular control systems. HIGH RES MUSIC. EVERYWHERE Seamlessly connect the POWERNODE to multiple Bluesound speakers throughout the home with the BluOS Controller app and create an intuitive multi-room music system unlike any other. Powernode vs Powernode 2i What is Bluesound? BLUESOUND TECHNOLOGY Bluesound offer unmatchable sound quality, with High-res multi-room speakers and streamers, you are able to listen to your favourite tracks on your favourite streaming services at the touch of a button. High-Res Audio Bluesound bolsters the ability to play High-resolution music tracks at either 24-bit/96kHz or 24-bit/192kH. The high quality of audio offered helps you hear every detail of your favourite track like never before. All Bluesound players also offer capabilities to listen to music uncompressed in WAV, FLAC or ALAC format over your existing WiFi Network or a connect USB device. App Control Control yours music anywhere, with Bluesound and the BluOs app, simply open the BluOs app on any compatible device and explore its wide range of features. Stream your favourite music from the app using built in Spotify, Deezer, TuneIn (plus many more) players – You can group players together and build your perfect audio ecosystem. Voice Control Bluesound offers support for voice control using Amazon Alexa, allows you to use your voice to explore the magnitude of options such as streaming service, pre-set level along with ability to change track. Just link your Amazon Alex to your Bluesound system and command your high-res music like never before. Airplay 2 The Bluesound 2i range offers AirPlay 2 support, allow you to intergrate your family of Apple devices with the Bluesound range. Listen to your music in perfect sync as you walk around your house, or play different songs in different rooms, all via your iOS device. Go one step futher and integrate with Siri let her take control of your music experience. Custom Install With numerous control systems out there, the question would be – Will this fit into my home automation system? The short answer is yes. BluOs features seamless integration with a large number of the most innovative 3rd party smarthome control system such as Control 4®, Crestron®, Lutron®, ELAN®, RTI®, and more. Dolby Certified The Pulse Soundbar and Sub can wirelessly be connected to a pair or Pulse Flex 2is to create the ultimate Dolby Digital home theatre setup. The Bluesound wireless system can seamlessly be integrated into any TV room enhcnacing the listening experience and placing listener in the heart of the action with high-quality audio experience. MQA Integrated into every Bluesound player is a state of the start end-to end (studio-speaker) technology known as Master Quality Authenticated (MQA), this captures master quality audio from your favourite artists’ recording sessions and delivers this directly to any room in your home. Every Bluesound Player includes a powerful decoder and audio rendered for the MQA system, which gives you first had experience of what exactly the artist recorded and approved in the studio. 20+ Steaming Services With Bluesound, you can instantly discover and enjoy millions of songs from your existing music services, tune in to your favorite internet radio stations and podcasts from around the world, or access and listen to the music collections stored on your smartphone, tablet or laptop on any and every Player in your home. Simply tap the music you want to hear in the BluOS app, anywhere in the home, and let Bluesound be the heart of your listening experience.