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Best source for Home or car audio in term of sound performance vs price point.

The latest streamer with ESS 9039 Q2M from Bluesound, best for home audio or car audio as source modded by GSC as an option powered with linear power supply multi stage regulation and gold silver internal wiring for unparalleled performance

For car audio came with 2,5mm dc plug male

Get more from your high-performance audio system
Bluesound NODE streaming players have long been hugely popular with Crutchfield's music-loving customers. This newly upgraded NODE (version N132) delivers high-resolution audio with crystal-clear detail and accuracy. It supports stereo signals up to 24-bit/192kHz and also Dolby Digital multichannel audio. An HDMI eARC port lets you connect your TV, and touch-sensitive backlit controls are on the top panel.

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

A wide variety of music options
The NODE can play just about any digital music in your collection. Access songs stored on your computer or a networked hard drive. Or tap into internet radio stations and online streaming services like Spotify Connect or TIDAL (subscription required for some services).

You can also enjoy downloads from high-res music sites including Qobuz, HDtracks, and more.

Optional Dirac Live room correction
This component supports Dirac Live, a leading room correction technology. Advanced software (sold separately) analyzes the acoustic properties of your specific listening room and counteracts irregularities for the best sound possible. You'll get tighter bass, more accurate imaging, and an enhanced "sweet spot." Requires purchase of a software license and room calibration microphone. Requires a Windows or Mac laptop computer with internet access.

Wired and wireless connectivity
The NODE uses dual-band Wi-Fi to ensure a stable connection to your router and other Bluesound components. You can also make a wired Gigabit Ethernet connection.

Built-in two-way aptX Adaptive Bluetooth gives you high-quality sound with compatible devices. You can stream audio to the NODE via Bluetooth from your smartphone or tablet or send music from the NODE to compatible wireless Bluetooth headphones.

A built-in high-performance THX AAA headphone amplifier lets you plug in your favorite set of wired 'phones for realistic, fatigue-free sound.

Product highlights:
Featured in our article: Best music streamers for 2025
audiophile-grade circuitry includes ES9039Q2M ESS SABRE DAC
powerful ARM Cortex-A53 quad-core processor, 1.8GHz per core
high-performance THX AAA headphone amplifier
built-in dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
two-way Bluetooth with high-fidelity aptX Adaptive audio coding for more musical detail
stream to compatible Bluetooth headphones
stream from a compatible smartphone or laptop
Apple AirPlay 2 lets you stream directly from an iPhone or iPad and ask Siri to play Apple Music
works with Amazon Alexa-compatible devices
top-mounted backlit capacitive touch controls with proximity sensor
BluOS app:
free download from Apple App Store and Google Play
multi-room expansion with Bluesound/BluOS wireless speakers and components (up to 64 zones)
set up and customize your BluOS speakers and players
plays MP3, AAC, WMA, OGG, FLAC, MQA, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, and other file formats
supports up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution
Music streaming options:
supports Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, Pandora, and other streaming services (subscription may be required)
supports internet radio stations from TuneIn, iHeart Radio, and SiriusXM
works as a Roon player (requires subscription and Roon Core running on your network)
Roon Core is media server software that runs on your computer, NAS drive, or other compatible hardware
Connections:
HDMI eARC input for TVs
3.5mm combination analog stereo/mini optical digital input
analog RCA stereo audio output (stereo RCA-to-RCA cable included)
Toslink optical and coaxial digital outputs for connecting to an external DAC (Toslink optical to 3.5mm adapter included)
USB Type-A input for connecting a flash drive or external HDD/SSD loaded with music files
Ethernet port for a wired connection to a home network (cable included)
full-size 1/4" headphone output
mono RCA subwoofer output
3.5mm IR input
3.5mm 12-volt trigger output
General features:
satin matte finish
detachable AC power cord
Dirac Live ready — optional Dirac Live room calibration software available as an upgrade
analyzes the acoustic properties of your room and counteracts irregularities for the best sound possible
separate software license and room correction microphone required, both sold separately
requires a Windows or Mac laptop and internet access
8-3/4"W x 1-13/16"H x 7-7/16"D
weight: 5.1 lbs.