{"product_id":"bluesoundpowernoden331wh","title":"Bluesound Powernode N331 Streaming Amplifier, White","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bluesound Powernode N331 is an all-in-one streaming integrated amplifier that combines a network player, DAC, preamp and 2 × 100 watt power amplifier in one enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn white, it stays visually in the background and turns passive speakers into a complete, networked system – without a separate streamer, DAC or amplifier. Hand on heart: anyone who claims all-in-one always sounds like a compromise simply hasn't heard this third generation yet. Connect the speakers, put the app on your phone – and the rest is music.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Powernode N331?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e2 × 100 watts at 8 ohms gives even larger floor-standing speakers definition. The DirectDigital power stage now works with gallium nitride transistors, replacing the predecessor's HybridDigital circuit – more efficient, cleaner, cooler. Via BluOS you reach more than 20 streaming services, internet radio and your own network files; radio and your own music run entirely without a paid service. Five preset buttons on the touch panel bring your favourites back instantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHDMI eARC turns it into the sound centre for your living room, and paired 3.1 with a PULSE SUB+ it becomes a slim home cinema. A device that grows with your demands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat you get\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHi-res up to 24-bit\/192 kHz including MQA and DSD256, Bluetooth 5.2 with aptX HD and aptX Adaptive in both directions, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect and Roon Ready. Plus USB-C as a PC input, analogue RCA input, optical and coaxial, a subwoofer output and a 6.35 mm headphone output with THX AAA amplification for low-noise listening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe power stages get by without a fan – heat stays within bounds, quiet stays in the room. For room acoustics, the N331 is ready for Dirac Live; you add the software and measurement microphone as an option if your room calls for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho's the Powernode N331 for – and who isn't it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal if you're looking for a fully-fledged streaming system in one device, run larger speakers and want to use room correction as well as HDMI.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStraight talk:\u003c\/strong\u003e if you only ever listen casually via Bluetooth, the N331 is almost too much – the smaller EDGE is enough for that. For vinyl: no phono input on board, a turntable needs a separate phono preamp. And it's no good as a pure preamp for existing power amps – its power amplifier is permanently built in, and there's no line output.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Powernode N331 in white combines comfort and sound in an unobtrusive enclosure: streaming, converting, powerfully amplifying – without a stack of gear. For the 2 × 100 watts to show their potential, you need the right speakers. That's exactly what the specialist team at HD Zürisee is for: call us, write to us, or get in touch via WhatsApp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmplifier: DirectDigital™ (Class D) with gallium nitride transistors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput power: 2 × 100 W at 8 Ω, 3 × 80 W at 8 Ω in 3-channel mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDynamic power (IHF): 265 W at 4 Ω, 140 W at 8 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignal-to-noise ratio: 102 dBA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistortion (THD+N): 0.005%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResolution: 16–24-bit, up to 192 kHz, DSD256\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHi-res formats: FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData formats: MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC, OPUS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultichannel: Dolby Digital via HDMI eARC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoom correction: Dirac Live Ready for up to 3.1 channels; software licence and measurement kit available as an option; Bass Control and ART are not supported\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServices and integrations: AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready, BluOS with over 20 music services\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork: Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) dual-band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHDMI: 1 × eARC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB: 1 × Type A for storage, 1 × USB-C as PC input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalogue\/digital input: analogue RCA, optical Toslink, 3.5 mm combo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubwoofer output: 1 × RCA, or wirelessly to the PULSE SUB+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeaker terminals: 5-way screw terminals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput level: adjustable, volume is controlled in the unit; there's no separate line or preamp output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeadphone output: yes, 6.35 mm stereo with THX AAA amplification, plus wireless via Bluetooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhono input: not present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluetooth: 5.2 with aptX HD and aptX Adaptive, bidirectional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating system: BluOS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControls: touch slider, 5 preset buttons, proximity sensor, IR learning function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl systems: Crestron, Control4, RTI, Nice, URC, Lutron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcessor: ARM Cortex-A53 quad-core, 1.8 GHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneration: 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: matte satin lacquer, white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (W × H × D): 220 × 70 × 190 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.9 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the box: power cable (230 V), Ethernet cable, Toslink adapter, manuals, Dirac Live Ready info card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much power does the Powernode N331 have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe N331 delivers 2 × 100 watts at 8 ohms, 3 × 80 watts in three-channel mode, dynamically up to 265 watts at 4 ohms. That effortlessly drives even more demanding floor-standing speakers and provides enough headroom for larger rooms and higher volumes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the N331 support hi-res and DSD?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The N331 plays high-resolution formats up to 24-bit\/192 kHz including FLAC, MQA and DSD256. Via USB-C it also serves as a DAC for your computer. That way you get the most out of your digital music collection too.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the N331 be integrated into a multiroom system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Via BluOS you connect the N331 with other Bluesound devices into a synchronised multiroom system. Each room can be controlled individually or together – entirely via the BluOS app on smartphone, tablet or computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat amplifier technology is in the N331?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe N331 uses a Class D DirectDigital power stage with gallium nitride transistors. It replaces the predecessor's HybridDigital circuit and works more efficiently, with less noise and staying cool – which is why the amplifier gets by entirely without a fan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the Powernode N331 in white from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the best of the N331 only comes out with the right setup. Our specialist team advises you on speakers, Dirac setup and multiroom, delivers and installs on request, and stands ready with our own in-house technician for service – as an authorised dealer with correct warranty handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor the power to really land, it's worth checking out \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/standlautsprecher\"\u003efloor-standing speakers\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/regallautsprecher\"\u003ebookshelf speakers\u003c\/a\u003e. A \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/subwoofer\"\u003esubwoofer\u003c\/a\u003e turns it into a 3.1 system, and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kopfhorer\"\u003eheadphones\u003c\/a\u003e make use of the THX AAA output. Matching \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecables\u003c\/a\u003e complete the picture; the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/streaming-verstarker\"\u003estreaming amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e collection shows further devices of this kind.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bluesound","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52989492298064,"sku":null,"price":1099.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/bluesound-powernode-n331-streaming-verstaerker-weiss-frontansicht.jpg?v=1783000942","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en\/products\/bluesoundpowernoden331wh","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}