Bluesound Node Nano Wireless Music Streamer

Bluesound Node Nano Wireless Music Streamer

Built using an industry-leading ESS SABRE DAC expertly implemented with audiophile-engineered circuitry, the NODE NANO is designed to connect existing stereo or audio systems to the world of music streaming. Its compact and modern design has been thoughtfully engineered to fit virtually anywhere, with high-quality analogue and digital outputs for RCA, Coax, Optical, and USB.

“The NODE NANO is a new and affordable way to stream music in HiFi quality on any audio device in your home,” said Morten Nielsen, Associate Product Manager at Bluesound. “Simply plug it in to your existing stereo system or powered speakers, follow the few simple steps to connect it to your home network, and start streaming. It’s now that easy to unlock a world of streaming and experience the difference of Bluesound.”

For the Audio Obsessed: From carefully built audio circuitry and components, to its breakthrough processing power and measurements, the NODE NANO is all about design and engineering. At its very core is an industry-leading ESS SABRE DAC with Hyperstream IV technology to deliver music (up to 24-bit/192kHz) with breath-taking dynamics and ultra-low distortion.

Built for Any Streaming Source: NODE NANO is powered by BluOS and natively supports many popular music streaming services including Amazon Music, Pandora, Qobuz, SiriusXM, Tidal, and more. It also features Apple AirPlay 2, aptX Adaptive Bluetooth, Spotify Connect, and Tidal Connect—perfect for listeners and users who want to stream all their favorite music, apps, and services with one device.

Simple and Easy: NODE NANO features a simple set of digital/analog outputs for connecting to existing audio components via RCA, Coax, Optical, and USB. It also features a backlit front touch panel for quick control and access up to two (2) programmable presets.

Specs

Hardware
Display    -
DAC    Bluesound Stereo DAC; ESS ES9039Q2M
Headphone Amplifier    -
Power Supply    External Power Module

Audio Performance
SNR    -118dB
Distortion THD+N    0.0007%
Headphone Continuous Output Power (THD<0.1%)    -

Audio interface
Analog RCA Output    Yes
Balanced XLR Output    -
Subwoofer Output    -
Headphone Output    Bluetooth
Optical Output    Yes
Coaxial Output    Yes
USB-A Output    Yes
RCA Analog Input    -
Optical Input    -
HDMI eARC    -
3.5mm Combo Input (analog/digital toslink)    -
USB-C Audio In (PC)    -
USB-A (Digital Out/Storage)    Yes, 1x

Software
Dirac Ready    -
DSD    Yes - future BluOS update
Dolby Digital    -

User Interface
Proximity Sensor    -
Play/Pause    Yes, Blue Circle, Multi-Function button
Volume    Yes, two buttons - Up/Down
Presets    Yes, x2
Skip Track    -

General
Ethernet/LAN    Ethernet RJ45, Gigabit 1000Mbps
Wi-Fi Built In    WiFi 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 learning
IR Input    3.5mm Jack

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