Bluesound NODE X (Silver)

Celebrating ten years as a leader in high quality music streaming, the Bluesound NODE X demonstrates precisely why Bluesound and the BluOS system has become loved around the world.

A reviewers’ favourite, made better
Already well regarded as the ‘best in class’ by many, the original NODE was hard to beat. With the new Bluesound NODE X, however, Bluesound have done just that and created a new class standard. Marking ten years (hence the ‘X’) of Bluesound, the NODE X features a premium ESS Sabre DAC, a built-in THX headphone amp and a sleek new silver finish.

Designed for the highest levels of sound quality
Developed to have the finest tech spec in its class, the NODE X exceeds many more expensive streamers. New to the ‘X’ is a premium ESS Sabre DAC (Digital to Analogue Convertor). Usually reserved for high-end hi-fi and AV products, this reference quality DAC gives the NODE X a real boost in its musical rendition. Coupled with this, a Quad-Core ARM processor helps gives deliver not just dynamic, true-to-life sound quality but slick operation, too.

Elevated headphone performance
As well as the new DAC, the NODE X also features a state of art headphone amplifier, with THX’s Achromatic Audio Amplifier (THX AAA) technology built-in. THX AAA delivers incredibly smooth, linear sound with ultra-low levels of distortion. As well as truly lifelike sound, the amp also delivers a high current, dynamic output, meaning you can use a wider range of high-end headphones (plugged in via a hi-fi grade 6.35mm socket).

Bluesound – still the premium choice for music streaming
Since it was first established 10-years ago, Bluesound has been committed to the highest quality, easy to use multi-room streaming system. Hi-Res music playback is at the heart of Bluesound, which is just one of the reasons it sounds so good. Don’t just take our word for it though; take a look at the myriad of rave reviews. What Hi-Fi, Stuff, EISA and AVS Forum are just a few of the big publications and sites to award Bluesound their highest laurels.

Stream Hi-res music around your home - effortlessly
A wide range of Bluesound speakers and streamers let you set up a comprehensive music system around your home. Choose between Ethernet and advanced wi-fi for quick and easy set up with your existing home network. With a blazing-fast, Quad-Core, ARM processor at its heart, you can be assured of smooth, seamless sound with no skips or dropouts – even with Hi-Res music files. Play your music around your home in perfect sync or have different music playing in different rooms – the choice is yours.

Wide ranging input connectivity
It’s not just the sound quality that’s premium with the NODE X, it’s the connectivity, too. As well as wireless streaming over wi-fi, you can link via Bluetooth, too. Two-way Bluetooth support lets you stream from your device and/or listen via Bluetooth headphones/speaker system. Better still, the NODE X supports Bluetooth aptX HD, giving you the potential for Hi-Res music playback, over Bluetooth. Wired connections include HDMI eARC (for your TV) plus optical digital and analogue inputs for your other music sources.

Wide ranging output connectivity, too
Whether you’re connecting to a hi-fi, AVR or speaker system, the NODE + has you covered. For near universal compatibility, choose between connecting the NODE + to your system via optical or coaxial digital or analogue RCA phono. Want to go wireless? Simply connect to other Bluesound devices via wi-fi or use the 2-way Bluetooth aptX HD interface – the choice is yours.

Access your favourite streaming services and more
Bluesound’s operating system, BluOS lets you stream, in Hi-Res, all your favourite music, podcasts and radio stations. Sync with personal music libraries via wi-fi and connect up to 200,000 tracks in lossless quality. Experience the studio quality sound of MQA music on Tidal, or connect and stream favourites with Apple AirPlay 2 and aptX HD Bluetooth.

Voice control compatible by Siri, Alexa or Google Assistant
Working with Apple AirPlay 2, the NODE X can be voice controlled via Siri. Alternatively, connect to an Alexa or Google Assistant device and you can facilitate voice control via the Alexa or Google Assistant systems – the choice is yours.

Control by iOS, Android, Windows or Mac
With the Bluesound streaming system, you’re not stuck with a single operating system. Full control is possible with Apple iOS (iPhone/iPod Touch/iPad) and Android smartphones and tablet. Desktop control is also possible via Windows Vista 7, 8, 10 and Apple macOS 10.10-10.15 and 11.

Stylish and unobtrusive
No bigger than a typical wi-fi router (although far better-looking), the Bluesound NODE X is discreet and unobtrusive. If you don’t have your phone or tablet to hand, the slick, touch sensitive interface makes direct control easier than ever.

Enjoy your streamed music, your way, with the versatile Bluesound Node X.