BlueSound Updates Nodes

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New BlueSound Models

We have long sung the praises of BlueSound as a multi-room streaming platform, and they have recently updated two of the core products in their range, the Node2i streamer and PowerNode2i streaming amplifi er.

Functionally these two models

(now simply called Node and PowerNode) remain the same as the previous versions, except for the addition of an HDMI eARC input on the Node (the PowerNode already featured this input), allowing for the unit to be seamlessly connected to your TV and entertainment system. The touch glass interface on top has also been upgraded, including the addition of a precise volume slider.

Most of the important changes have been made underneath the hood — with both the processor and the DAC having been upgraded. The new DAC supports all digital formats up to 24-bit/192kHz including MQA. The power output of the PowerNode has also been increased from 60 watts per channel up to 80 watts per channel. As before, both units allow you to stream music from your own digital music library, from your computer, from the internet or from your own portable device via Apple AirPlay 2, Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, plus there are both wired digital and wired analogue inputs for maximum user convenience. Everything is controlled by Canadian manufacturer BlueSound’s award-winning BluOS controller app or, if you prefer, by the voice assistant of your choice: Siri, Alexa or Google Voice. Despite these improvements to what were already excellent products both units have been released at the same prices as their predecessors.

BlueSound Node $999 BlueSound PowerNode $1,499