Bluesound Node X

Bluesound Launches Limited Edition NODE X Wireless Multi-Room Music Streamer 

Bluesound has announced the launch of a special limited-run Anniversary Edition NODE X streamer created in celebration of its 10th anniversary. The NODE X, arrives in a special edition silver finish and features upgraded componentry. The NODE X retails at USD $749 / CAD $999 and is now available for purchase from participating dealers or on Bluesound.com.

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“When we thought about how to celebrate a decade of audio excellence and leadership in wireless hi-res streaming, we knew we had to start with the NODE,” says Matt Simmonds, Product Manager of Bluesound. “The NODE X re-imagines some of the best parts of the critically acclaimed, iconic NODE’s product design – our most popular model – and takes ’just add streaming’ to new performance levels for the next generation of audiophiles. I’m particularly excited to see how our customers use the NODE X with their favorite pair of performance headphones.” 

NODE X upgrades include the addition of the venerable ESS 9028Q2M Sabre DAC, a favorite of audiophiles for its amazing musicality, near-zero levels of clock jitter, ultra-low noise, and a wide dynamic range. A truly high-end headphone amplifier is driven by cutting edge THX AAA (Achromatic Audio Amplifier) technology with patented feed-forward error correction resulting in infinitesimally low levels of noise, distortion, and power consumption. Along with the ¼” headphone jack, the NODE X delivers a no-compromise headphone listening experience. 

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The NODE X features enhanced dual band WiFi to deliver the best in-class wireless stream quality. Over 20 natively integrated music services and thousands of internet radio stations are accessible directly on theNODE X or play from a personal digital music library held on a computer or external drive through the BluOS app for iOS, Android, or Mac or PC computers. The BluOS platform is the only platform that can support up to 64 players, all streaming up to 24-bit/192kHz hi-res audio and supports lossless file formats and MQA playback, which allows music lovers to listen to the actual studio masters of favorite albums. Like a jack of all trades, the NODE X is equipped with all the inputs and outputs — bring music into the NODE X using HDMI eARC, WiFi, Gigabit Ethernet, Apple AirPlay 2, aptX HD Bluetooth, or USB Type A. 

Seamlessly group the NODE X with multiple Bluesound speakers around the home to create an intuitive multi-room music system. NODE X can be controlled directly from a smart device or computer, touch panel controls with pre-sets, voice assistants like Apple’s Siri, Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, or by using the included RC1 Remote Control, which offers one-touch access to any Bluesound player within its proximity. The NODE X can also integrate into a smart home with full-feature drivers for Crestron, Control4, URC, RTI, ELAN, and other popular home control systems. 

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Key Highlights of the NODE X:

Premium ESS 9028Q2M Sabre DAC / THX AAA Headphone Amplifier technology / 6.35mm / 1/4” Wired Headphone Output / Wireless Bluetooth Headphone Output / Quad-core 1.8GHz ARM® CORTEX™ A53 Processor / HDMI eARC, Optical & Analog Inputs / Stereo Analog Output / Optical, Coaxial & USB Audio Outputs / BluOS Wireless Multi-room Music Capability / MQA Music and Hi-res Audio Streaming / AirPlay 2 Integration / Works With Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant / Dual-band Wi-Fi & Gigabit Ethernet / Two-way aptX HD Bluetooth / IR Remote Learning Capability / IR Input / 12V Trigger Output  / Wired & Wireless Subwoofer Output /Touch Controls with Presets / Silver Finish / RC1 Remote Control Included