Bluesound Powernode N331 3 Channel Streaming Amplifier

Description

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

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.

SPECIFICATIONS

AUDIO

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%

SOFTWARE & INTEGRATIONS

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

GENERAL

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

USER INTERFACE & CONTROL

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

CONNECTIONS

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