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Bluesound International NODE 2i Streaming Music Player

Bluesound International NODE 2i Streaming Music Player

Regular price $250.00 USD
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About the Bluesound NODE

Get more from your high-performance audio system

Bluesound NODE streaming music players have been a huge hit with customers, and this latest version is the best one yet. It features upgraded DAC (digital-to-analog converter) circuitry, an HDMI eARC port for connecting your TV, and improved touch-sensitive backlit controls on the top panel.

Connect the NODE's analog or digital outputs to your existing receiver or amplifier to make it part of a multi-room Bluesound wireless system. Play high-resolution music stored on your home network, internet radio stations, or your favorite music streaming service.

A wide variety of music options

The NODE can play just about any digital music you might have in your collection, including high-resolution files up to 24-bit/192kHz. Access the music stored on your computer or a networked hard drive, or tap into internet radio stations and online streaming services like Spotify®, Pandora, Qobuz, or TIDAL (subscription required for some services).

You can also enjoy downloads from high-res music sites sites including Qobuz, HDtracks, and more.

Wired and wireless connectivity

The NODE uses dual-band Wi-Fi to ensure a stable connection to your router and other Bluesound components. You can also make a wired Gigabit Ethernet connection.

Built-in two-way aptX™ HD Bluetooth gives you high-quality sound with compatible devices. You can stream audio to the NODE via Bluetooth from your smartphone or tablet. And you can stream music from the NODE to compatible wireless Bluetooth high-performance headphones.

Compatible with AirPlay 2

Built-in Apple AirPlay 2 technology lets you stream audio directly from your iPhone®, iPad®, or Mac® computer through your Bluesound system. That includes soundtracks from YouTube® videos and Netflix movies.

Intuitive control

You can control the NODE — and your Bluesound multi-room system — right from your smartphone. Simply download the free BluOS app from the Apple® App Store or Google Play. Plus, the NODE is compatible with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice controllers (sold separately).

Create a high-resolution multi-room music system

The NODE can be part of a multi-room audio system. You can connect it wirelessly to Bluesound components in other rooms for high-res music throughout your home. It will also show up in your player list if you're using Roon.

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Product highlights:

  • Featured in our article: Best network music players for 2024
  • built-in dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • two-way Bluetooth with high-fidelity aptX HD audio coding for more musical detail
    • stream to compatible Bluetooth headphones
    • stream from a compatible smartphone or laptop
  • Apple AirPlay® 2 lets you stream directly from an iPhone® or iPad® and ask Siri to play Apple Music
  • works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant-compatible devices
  • works as a Roon player (requires subscription and Roon Core running on your network)
    • Roon Core is media server software that runs on your computer, NAS drive, or other compatible hardware
  • top-mounted backlit capacitive touch controls with proximity sensor
BluOS app:
  • free download from Apple App Store and Google Play
  • multi-room expansion with Bluesound/BluOS wireless speakers and components (up to 64 zones)
  • set up and customize your BluOS speakers and players
  • plays MP3, AAC, WMA, OGG, WMA-L, FLAC, MQA, OPUS, ALAC, WAV, AIFF and MPEG-4 SLS files
    • supports up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution
Music streaming options:
  • supports Spotify, Deezer, Pandora, TIDAL, Qobuz, and Amazon Music HD
  • supports internet radio stations from TuneIn Radio, iHeart Radio, Calm Radio, and SiriusXM
Connections:
  • HDMI eARC input
  • 3.5mm combination analog stereo/mini optical digital input
    • Toslink optical to 3.5mm adapter included
  • analog RCA stereo audio output (stereo RCA-to-RCA cable included)
  • Toslink optical and coaxial digital outputs for connecting to an external DAC
  • USB Type-A input for connecting a flash drive or external HDD/SSD loaded with music files
  • Ethernet port for a wired connection to a home network (cable included)
  • 3.5mm headphone jack
  • RCA mono subwoofer output
  • 3.5mm IR trigger output
General features:
  • satin matte finish
  • powerful ARM® Cortex™-A53 quad-core processor
  • top-mounted touch controls with presets
  • detachable AC power cord
  • dimensions (measured by Crutchfield): 8-5/8"W x 1-13/16"H x 7-3/8"D
  • weight: 2.45 lbs.
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