Bluesound POWERNODE N331 Wireless Multi-Room Music Streaming Amplifier (Black)

Description

The POWERNODE is a high-performance streaming amplifier that brings powerful, detailed sound to your home audio setup. With 100W per channel, HDMI eARC, and BluOS™ multi-room support, it merges true HiFi playback with modern convenience. Whether for music, movies, or both, it’s built to simplify your system without compromising on sound.

Feature Highlights

• 100W x2 stereo / 80W x3 LCR (8 ohms) output
• HDMI eARC for simple TV integration
• 6.3mm headphone output with THX AAA™ technology
• BluOS™ multi-room music streaming platform
• Wireless Dolby Digital® surround sound with BluOS Bonded Speaker Link
• Sleek touch panel with 5 quick-access presets
• AirPlay 2 and aptX™ Adaptive Bluetooth support
• 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

Multi-Room Music Streaming Amplifier

The Bluesound POWERNODE is the hifi amp reinvented for the streaming age, combining audiophile-grade componentry and multi-room music capabilities to create an intuitive “just add speakers” hi-res sound system for modern music lovers.

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.

Supported Audio File Formats:

MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC, OPUS     

Audio Controls & EQ:

BluOS Control App

Amplification

DirectDigital™

Supported Hi-Res Audio File Formats:

FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS       

Bit Depth:

16-24    

Rated Power Output

100W x 2 | 80W x 3 (8 Ohms)

Supported Multi-Channel Audio Formats:

Dolby® Digital   

Signal-to-Noise Ratio:

102dBA

IHF Dynamic Power

265W (4 Ohms) | 140W (8 Ohms)

Native Sampling Rates:

up to 192 kHz    

DSD Support:

DSD256  

Distortion:

THD+N, 0.005%

Operating System:

BluOS   

Music Services & Internet Radio:
23+        

3rd-Party Integrations:

AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready, Dirac Live Ready (available via future software update)

App Controller Operating System:

iOS, Android, Windows, macOS 

Album Art Supported:

JPG, PNG            

Control System Integrations:

Creston, Control4, RTI, Nice, URC, Lutron

Supported Network File Sharing:

Server Messsage Block (SMB) up to 200,000 files              

Processor:

ARM® Cortex™ -A53, Quad-Core, 1.8GHz per core

 Voice Control Integrations:

Amazon Alexa Skills

Finish

Black/White; Matte Satin Paint 

Generation

3             

Included Accessories

120V AC Power Cord
230V AC Power Cord
Ethernet Cable
TOSLINK Optical to 3.5mm Mini Adaptor
Safety/Warranty Guide
Quick Setup Guide
Dirac Live Ready Info Card

Storage Environment

-10°C to 50°C, 20% to 80% relative humidity         

Product Dimensions

220 x 70 x 190 mm
8.7 x 2.75 x 7.5 in
1.9 kg / 4.18 lbs                                                                 

Shipping Dimensions

295 x 295 x 110 mm
11.6 x 11.6 x 4.33 in
3.43 kg / 7.56 lbs

Operating Environment

0°C to 40°C        

SKU/Version

N331

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

Ethernet/LAN:

Ethernet RJ45, Gigabit 1000Mbps

Bluetooth Connectivity:

Two-Way (transmit & receive)     

Bluetooth Quality:

Bluetooth 5.2 aptX HD 

IR Optical Built In:

IR Sensor Built in – front panel with IR learning   

Headphone Output:

6.35mm Stereo; Bluetooth          

USB IN:

Type A (Fat32, NTFS Formatted) – External Storage Only
Local Server Mode

Optical/Analog Input:

Toslink Optical, RCA Analog, 3.5mm Optical/Analog Combo          

Subwoofer Output:

RCA x 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+

IR Input:

3.5mm Jack

HDMI Input:

HDMI eARC       

Wi-Fi Built In:

WiFi 5 (802.11ac), dual-band     

USB Audio:

USB Type C (PC input)

Speaker Terminals:

5-Way Binding Post