The new Bluesound Powernode Edge makes it easy to connect a pair of passive speakers to create or extend any home audio system with a performance level that will please the most demanding audio enthusiasts. The new streaming amplifier even allows connecting the Bluesound Pulse SUB+ wireless subwoofer for a powerful but compact 2.1 stereo system. Alternatively, the Powernode Edge can power the rear channels of a Bluesound wireless surround home theater sound setup.
A conservatively-rated 2x 40 watts DirectDigital amplifier in the Powernode Edge efficiently handles hi-res audio tracks up to 24-bit/192kHz and supports MQA playback, which allows music lovers to listen to the actual studio masters of favorite albums.
Although the Powernode Edge is designed with a compact form factor, available in black or white models, to suit any décor, an included multi-orientation wall bracket allows it to be hidden in closets or behind sofas. Easy to spec and simple to stack, smart home installers will appreciate its 1U rack height and half-rack width, along with an easy-access touch control panel for everyday playback functions and configuration.
Over 20 natively integrated music services and thousands of Internet radio stations are accessible directly on the Powernode Edge, and controlled from the BluOS Controller app. And users can play any content from their personal music library using the available Wi-Fi and Gigabit Ethernet connections, or simply from an external USB drive. Built-in AirPlay 2 makes for easy integration into the Apple ecosystem, while users of other devices can take advantage of the high quality aptX HD Bluetooth connection to stream audio directly to the Powernode Edge. More traditional wired sources, such as a TV or preamp’d turntable, can be connected using the HDMI eARC input or the combo analog/digital input.
The Bluesound Powernode Edge was designed to be a key component in multiroom installations. Users can add multiple Bluesound players around the home to create a high-performance, multiroom system using BluOS, the versatile whole-home, hi-res audio platform. This allows sending music from player to player or sync up multiple players to one stream for parties and gatherings. Easy control is always readily available via the BluOS Controller app for iOS, Android, Mac, or PC, or using the elegant glass touch panel for quick-access controls like Play, Pause, and Volume Up/Down.
For installers and system integrators, the Powernode Edge can be integrated with the most popular smart home controllers like Crestron, Control4, URC, RTI, ELAN, and others, while hands-free control is possible with voice assistants like Apple’s Siri, Amazon Alexa, and Google Assistant.
Additional specifications for the Bluesound Powernode Edge include 40 watts per channel into 8 Ohms, Quad-Core 1.8GHz ARM Cortex A53 Processor, HDMI eARC, optical and analog audio inputs, dual-band Wi-Fi plus Gigabit Ethernet, wired and wireless subwoofer output, and IR remote learning capability.
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