Bluesound Powernode (2025 Model N331) – BluOS® Streaming Integrated Amplifier

Powerful, Dynamic Sound
At the heart of the POWERNODE is Bluesound’s refined DirectDigital™ platform, delivering 100W per channel of clean, low-distortion amplification. Whether driving stereo speakers or expanding to a surround setup, the sound is rich, dynamic, and precise. It’s the ideal foundation for audiophile-grade music or cinematic playback.

Simplify Your TV Setup
Designed to slot into your living room with ease, the POWERNODE features HDMI eARC, center channel support, and wireless surround pairing. It connects directly to your TV with a single cable and eliminates the need for bulky AV receivers. Less clutter, more performance.

Seamless Multi-Room Audio
With BluOS™, the POWERNODE gives you intuitive control over 20+ streaming services, Internet radio, and your own digital library. Stream hi-res audio throughout your home or cue up music directly from your phone or tablet. The BluOS Controller app makes multi-room management seamless.

Elegant, Simple Controls
With a sleek matte finish and a minimalist footprint, the POWERNODE fits effortlessly into any space. A touch-sensitive glass panel with proximity sensing gives you quick control and access to five playback presets. Subtle design meets smart interaction.

Designed for Headphones
The POWERNODE features a dedicated 6.3mm headphone output powered by THX AAA™ technology. Enjoy personal listening with ultra-low distortion and high-fidelity detail. It’s ideal for late-night sessions or critical listening moments.

Details & Specifications

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%
Amplification: DirectDigital™
Rated Power Output: 100W x 2 | 80W x 3 (8 Ohms)
IHF Dynamic Power: 265W (4 Ohms) | 140W (8 Ohms)

Software & Integrations
Operating System: BluOS
App Controller Operating System: iOS, Android, Windows, macOS
Processor: ARM® Cortex™ -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: Crestron, Control4, RTI, Nice, URC, Lutron
Voice Control Integrations: Amazon Alexa Skills

General
Finish: Black or White: Matte Satin Paint
Storage Environment: -10°C to 50°C, 20% to 80% relative humidity
Operating Environment: 0°C to 40°C
SKU/Version: N331

User Interface & Control
Status Indicator: LED x 2
Volume Control Buttons: Touch Slider LED
Preset Buttons: Touch LED x 5
Play/Pause Button: Touch LED
Previous/Next Track Buttons: Touch LED
Proximity Sensor: Yes

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 Type 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

IGNORE: Blue Sound, Blue-Sound, Power Node, Power-Node, N 331, N-331