POWERNODE EDGE -Compact Wireless Music Streaming Amplifier

The Bluesound POWERNODE EDGE is designed as a compact all-in-one streaming amplifier for listeners who want to power passive speakers without building a large component system. It combines a BluOS music streamer, DirectDigital amplifier, TV audio input, wireless connectivity, and app-based control in a slim chassis that can fit easily on furniture, a shelf, or be mounted using the included bracket.

Its DirectDigital amplifier delivers 40 watts x 2 into 8 ohms, with IHF dynamic power rated at 80 watts into 4 ohms and 50 watts into 8 ohms. This makes it a practical solution for bedrooms, offices, small living rooms, secondary systems, and minimalist hi-fi setups where space is limited but sound quality still matters.

The POWERNODE EDGE supports high-resolution audio up to 24-bit / 192 kHz, MQA playback, FLAC, WAV, AIFF and other popular music formats. Through the BluOS Controller app, users can access streaming services, internet radio, local network libraries, presets, and multi-room playback with other BluOS-compatible products.

Connectivity includes HDMI eARC for TV audio, a combined optical / analog 3.5 mm input, USB-A input for external storage, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, speaker outputs, and RCA subwoofer output. It can also transmit audio to Bluetooth headphones and connect wirelessly to the PULSE SUB+ for a clean 2.1-channel system.

• Product Type: Compact wireless music streaming amplifier
• Model: Bluesound POWERNODE EDGE
• Version / SKU: N230
• Streaming Platform: BluOS wireless multi-room platform
• Operating System: BluOS
• Amplification Type: DirectDigital
• Rated Power Output: 40 W x 2 at 8 ohms
• IHF Dynamic Power: 80 W at 4 ohms, 50 W at 8 ohms
• Minimum Speaker Impedance: 4 ohms
• Supported Audio File Formats: MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC and OPUS
• Supported Hi-Res Audio File Formats: FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF and MPEG-4 SLS
• Native Sampling Rates: Up to 192 kHz
• Bit Depth: 16-bit to 24-bit
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 91 dBA
• Distortion: THD+N 0.008%
• Audio Controls and EQ: BluOS Controller app
• Processor: ARM Cortex-A53, quad-core, 1.8 GHz per core
• Supported Network File Sharing: Server Message Block, SMB, up to 200,000 files
• Music Services and Internet Radio: Supported through BluOS
• Third-Party Integrations: AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect and Roon Ready
• Control System Integrations: Crestron, Control4, RTI, Nice, URC and Lutron
• Voice Control Integration: Amazon Alexa Skills
• App Controller Operating Systems: iOS, Android, Windows and macOS
• Album Art Support: JPG and PNG
• Ethernet / LAN: RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet, 1000 Mbps
• Wi-Fi: Built-in Wi-Fi 5, 802.11ac dual-band
• Bluetooth: Bluetooth aptX HD
• Bluetooth Operation: Two-way Bluetooth, transmit and receive
• HDMI Input: HDMI eARC
• Optical / Analog Input: Combo Mini Toslink / 3.5 mm analog input
• USB Input: USB Type-A for FAT32 and NTFS formatted external storage and local server mode
• Speaker Terminals: Passive speaker output terminals
• Subwoofer Output: RCA x 1 and wireless connection to PULSE SUB+
• Headphone Output: Bluetooth headphone output
• IR Sensor: Built-in front-panel IR sensor with IR learning
• Status Indicator: LED
• Play / Pause Control: Touch LED button
• Volume Control: Touch slider LED
• Preset Buttons: 5 touch LED preset buttons
• Proximity Sensor: Yes
• Power Supply: Universal AC power input
• Power Requirement: 120 – 230 V AC, 50 / 60 Hz
• Maximum Power Consumption: 210 W
• Finish Options: Black and White matte satin paint
• Included Accessories: 120 V AC power cord, 230 V AC power cord, Ethernet cable, Toslink optical to 3.5 mm mini adapter,             mounting bracket, safety / warranty guide and quick setup guide
• Operating Environment: 0°C to 40°C
• Storage Environment: -10°C to 50°C, 20% to 80% relative humidity
• Product Dimensions: 21.9 x 4.45 x 19.3 cm
• Product Weight: 1.37 kg

• Compact wireless music streaming amplifier
• DirectDigital amplification platform
• 40 W x 2 stereo output at 8 ohms
• IHF dynamic power up to 80 W at 4 ohms
• Designed to power passive loudspeakers
• BluOS wireless multi-room platform
• BluOS Controller app control
• Hi-res audio playback up to 24-bit / 192 kHz
• MQA playback support
• AirPlay 2 support
• Spotify Connect support
• TIDAL Connect support
• Qobuz Connect support
• Roon Ready support
• Two-way Bluetooth with aptX HD
• Bluetooth transmit and receive capability
• Bluetooth headphone output
• Dual-band Wi-Fi 5 connectivity
• Gigabit Ethernet connection
• HDMI eARC input for TV audio
• Optical / analog combo input
• USB-A input for external storage and local server mode
• Speaker output for passive speakers
• RCA subwoofer output
• Wireless subwoofer output to PULSE SUB+
• Built-in front-panel IR sensor with IR learning
• Touch LED play / pause control
• Touch slider volume control
• Five touch LED preset buttons
• Proximity sensor
• Compact low-profile chassis
• Can be placed on furniture or mounted using included bracket
• Compatible with major smart home control systems
• Amazon Alexa Skills voice integration
• Available in black and white matte satin finishes