Bluesound Powernode N331 Wireless Multi-Room Music Streaming Amplifier

The POWERNODE is a high-performance streaming amplifier designed to deliver powerful, detailed HiFi sound in a simple, modern package. With 100W per channel, HDMI eARC, and full BluOS™ multi-room support, it replaces bulky components with an elegant, all-in-one solution for music, movies, and everyday listening.

Multi-Room Music Streaming Amplifier
The POWERNODE reinvents the traditional hi-fi amplifier for the streaming era. It combines audiophile-grade components with advanced multi-room streaming, creating a seamless “just add speakers” system that brings hi-res music to every corner of your home.

Powerful, Dynamic Sound
At its core is Bluesound’s refined DirectDigital™ amplification platform, delivering 100W per channel of clean, low-distortion power. Whether driving a stereo setup or serving as the heart of a wireless surround system, it offers rich, dynamic, and highly detailed sound for both music and movies.

Simplify Your TV Setup
With HDMI eARC, center channel support, and wireless surround pairing, the POWERNODE integrates effortlessly into your home theatre. It connects to your TV with a single cable, eliminating the need for an A/V receiver while still delivering immersive audio performance.

Seamless Multi-Room Audio
Powered by the BluOS™ platform, the POWERNODE offers intuitive access to over 20 streaming services, internet radio, and your personal music library. Create multi-room audio zones, control playback from your smartphone or tablet, and enjoy hi-res audio throughout your home with ease.

Elegant, Simple Controls
The minimalist matte chassis blends effortlessly into modern spaces. A touch-sensitive glass interface with proximity sensing provides instant control and access to five quick presets, combining subtle styling with smart interaction.

Designed for Headphones
Equipped with a 6.3mm headphone jack powered by THX AAA™ technology, the POWERNODE offers ultra-low distortion and exceptional fidelity for private listening, making it ideal for late-night sessions or focused audio enjoyment.

KEY FEATURES:

100W × 2 stereo / 80W × 3 LCR (8 ohms) output
HDMI eARC for effortless TV integration
6.3mm headphone output featuring THX AAA™ technology
BluOS™ multi-room audio platform with support for 20+ streaming services
Wireless Dolby Digital® surround via BluOS Bonded Speaker Link
Touch-sensitive control panel with 5 quick-access presets
AirPlay 2 and aptX™ Adaptive Bluetooth support
Dual-band Wi-Fi and Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
USB-C, analog, and digital input options
Dirac Live Room Correction (via future update)
Supports high-resolution audio, including DSD256 and MQA

Specifications

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 (including Spotify Lossless), TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, Roon Ready, Dirac Live Ready (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 Message Block (SMB), up to 200,000 files
Processor
ARM® Cortex™-A53, Quad-Core, 1.8GHz per core
Voice Control Integrations
Amazon Alexa Skills
Status Indicator
LED × 2
Volume Control Buttons
Touch Slider LED
Preset Buttons
Touch LED × 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
Front-panel IR sensor with IR learning
Headphone Output: 6.35mm Stereo; Bluetooth
USB IN: Type A (FAT32, NTFS — external storage only), Local Server Mode
USB Audio: USB Type C (PC input)
Optical/Analog Input: Toslink Optical, RCA Analog, 3.5mm Optical/Analog Combo
Subwoofer Output: RCA × 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+
IR Input: 3.5mm Jack
HDMI Input HDMI eARC
Wi-Fi Built-In: WiFi 5 (802.11ac), dual-band
Speaker Terminals 5-Way Binding Post
Finish Black/White; Matte Satin Paint
Generation 3
Included Accessories

230V AC Power Cord
Ethernet Cable
TOSLINK Optical to 3.5mm Mini Adaptor
Safety/Warranty Guide
Quick Setup Guide
Dirac Live Ready Info Card
Dimensions & Weight
Product Dimensions:
220 × 70 × 190 mm
8.7 × 2.75 × 7.5 in
Weight: 1.9 kg / 4.18 lbs

Shipping Dimensions:
295 × 295 × 110 mm
11.6 × 11.6 × 4.33 in
Shipping Weight: 3.43 kg / 7.56 lbs