Bluesound Powernode Edge

Description

Bluesound POWERNODE Edge Music Streaming Amplifier

The compact, installer-friendly Bluesound POWERNODE Edge makes music streaming easy — just add your favourite pair of speakers, download the BluOS app for your phone, and you're ready to enjoy an enormous selection of streaming and digital music sources in superb clarity.

The POWERNODE Edge features a built-in high-performance stereo amplifier that delivers 40 watts per channel into 8 ohms. And it's stable down to 4 ohms meaning it can run with a wide range of speakers.

A wide variety of music options

The POWERNODE Edge 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 (NAS) or easily connect with your favourite internet radio stations and online streaming services like Spotify®, Tidal and Qobuz (relevant subscriptions required).

The POWERNODE Edge also features a USB input for playing files from a USB thumb drive or external hard drive.

Wired and wireless connectivity

The POWERNODE Edge uses dual-band Wi-Fi to ensure a reliable and 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 POWERNODE Edge via Bluetooth from your smartphone or tablet. Or listen to music from the POWERNODE Edge on your wireless Bluetooth headphones.

Compatible with AirPlay 2

The POWERNODE Edge has Apple Airplay 2 built in for streaming audio directly from your iPhone®, iPad®, or Mac® computer, including soundtracks from YouTube® videos and Netflix movies.

Simple, Intuitive control

You can control the POWERNODE Edge — and your entire Bluesound multi-room system from the palm of your hand. Simply download the free BluOS app from the Apple® App Store or Google Play.

POWERNODE Edge is also compatible with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant so that you can control your music by speaking into your Amazon Echo or Google voice controller (sold separately).

Create a high-resolution multi-room music system

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

Versatile connectivity

More than just a wireless music steamer, the POWERNODE Edge features additional connectivity including an HDMI ARC port and a 3.5mm input that is compatible with both analogue and digital sources, easily connect a compatible TV or CD player. For bass lovers an RCA Subwoofer output allows for an active subwoofer to be added to the system.