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SKU: PRNT-BDPWNODEN331-BLK
WARNING: for more information go to http://www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Bluesound Powernode N331 Streaming Amplifier - Black

The Bluesound POWERNODE is a high-performance streaming amplifier that brings powerful, detailed sound to your home audio setup.

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    SKU: PRNT-BDPWNODEN331-BLK
    WARNING: for more information go to http://www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
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    Product Features

    Overview
    • Bluesound POWERNODE (N331) DirectDigitalâ„¢ Streaming Amplifier (aka Powernode 2025)
    • Power output: 100W x 2 stereo / 80W x 3 LCR (8 ohms)
    • HDMI eARC for simple TV integration
    • 1/4" headphone output with THX AAAâ„¢ technology
    • Left-Center-Right speaker output
    • Subwoofer output
    • BluOSâ„¢ multi-room music streaming platform
    • Simplified Streaming directly from Quboz app – Hi-Res playback up to 24-bit/192 kHz on BluOS Devices (with update)
    • Wireless Dolby Digital® surround sound with BluOS Bonded Speaker Link
    • User interface with proximity sensor
    • Quad-core 1.8Ghz ARM® Cortexâ„¢ A53 Processor
    • Sleek touch panel with 5 quick-access presets
    • AirPlay 2 and two-way aptXâ„¢ Adaptive Bluetooth support
    • Spotify Connect + Tidal Connect
    • Local server mode
    • Dual-band Wi-Fi and Gigabit Ethernet
    • USB-C and analog/digital input options
    • Dirac Live Room Correction (via future update)
    • Supports DSD256, MQA, and high-res audio formats
    • BluOSâ„¢ bonded speaker link
    • IR remote learning capability
    • Black or white finish
    Connections
    • Power Supply: Universal 3-pin AC cord input (100-240AC)
    • Ethernet/LAN: Ethernet RJ45, Gigabit 1000 Mbps
    • Wi-Fi Built In: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual-band
    • Bluetooth Quality: Bluetooth 5.2 aptX Adaptive
    • 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: Toslink Optical, RCA Analog, 3.5mm Optical/Analog Combo
    • HDMI Input: HDMI eARC
    • USB IN: Type A (Fat32, NTFS Formatted) - External Storage Only; Local Server Mode
    • USB (other): USB Tye C (PC input)
    • Headphone Output: 6.3mm / 1/4" Stereo, Bluetooth
    • Subwoofer Output: RCA x 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+
    • Speaker Terminals: 5-Way Binding Post
    Software & Integrations
    • Operating System: BluOS
    • App Controller Operating System: iOS, Android, Windows, macOS
    • Processor: ARM® CortexTM -A53, Quad-Core, 1.8GHz per core
    • Supported Network File Sharing: Server Messsage Block (SMB) up to 200,000 files
    • Album Art Supported: JPG, PNG
    • Music Services & Internet Radio: 23+
    • 3rd-Party Integrations: AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready, Dirac Live Ready (available via future software update)
    • Control System Integrations: Creston, Control4, RTI, Nice, URC, Lutron
    • Voice Control Integrations: Amazon Alexa Skills

    Product Specs

    Audio
    • Supported Audio File Formats: MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, OPUS
    • Supported High-Quality Audio File Formats: FLAC, MQA, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS
    • DSD Support: DSD256
    • Supported Multi-Channel Audio Formats: Dolby® Digital
    • Native Sampling Rates: up to 192 kHz
    • Bit Depths: 16-24
    • Audio Controls & EQ: BluOS Control App
    • Signal-to-Noise Ratio: -102dBA
    • Distortion: THD+N, 0.005%
    • Rated Power Output: 100W x 2 | 80W x 3 (8 Ohms)
    • IHF Dynamic Power: 265W (4 Ohms) | 140W (8 Ohms)
    General
    • Dimensions: 8.7" wide, 2.75" high, 7.5" deep
    • Weight: 6.88 lb.

    Highly Recommended - avsforum.com

    "Quite how many people elect to use the POWERNODE in its ultimate form remains to be seen but - even when you elect for plain ole stereo - this is still a hugely impressive device that balances brilliant user friendliness with excellent sonic performance. Then, with all this considered, there is that unique upgrade path in store too."

    "This is an innovative bit of kit that manages to sound good however you choose to use and, for these reasons, the Bluesound comes Highly Recommended."

    - Ed Selley, avsforum.com, November 5, 2025


    "The POWERNODE arrives in the market sounding as good or better as any of its key rivals and then going on to offer a multichannel party piece that none of them can match. It’s a genuinely innovative and brilliant bit of kit."

    - trustedreviews.com, November 5, 2025


    "Thanks to its comprehensive connectivity, the Bluesound Powernode 2025 amplifier efficiently centralizes all the sources of a modern audio/video system."

    "With the POWERNODE 2025, Bluesound has created a compact, elegant connected amplifier that combines power, musicality and versatility. It offers a unique three-channel solution that will convince users looking for a high-performance hi-fi system without sacrificing home theater immersion."

    - Valentin Lefort, blog.son-video.com, September 9, 2025

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