Description
The PowerNode is a high-performance streaming amplifier that brings powerful, detailed sound to your home audio setup. With 100W per channel in stereo mode, HDMI eARC, and BluOS™ multi-room support, it merges true HiFi playback with modern convenience.
This new version of the PowerNode, launched in 2025, now features a Centre Channel output which can be used for an even more immersive sound from your TV. Whether for music, movies, or both, it’s compact and built to simplify your system without compromising on sound.
Technical Specifications
AUDIO
Supported Audio File Formats: MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, OPUS
Supported High-Quality Audio File Formats: FLAC, MQA, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS
DSD Support: DSD256
Supported Multi-Channel Audio Formats: Dolby® Digital
Native Sampling Rates: up to 192 KHz
Bit Depths: 16-24
Audio Controls & EQ: BluOS Control App
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: -102dBA
Distortion: THD+N, 0.005%
Amplification: DirectDigital™
Rated Power Output: 100W x 2 | 80W x 3 (8 Ohms)
IHF Dynamic Power: 265W (4 Ohms) | 140W (8 Ohms)
SOFTWARE & INTEGRATIONS
Operating System: BluOS
App Controller Operating System: iOS, Android, Windows, macOS
Processor: ARM® Cortex™ -A53, Quad-Core, 1.8GHz per core
Supported Network File Sharing: Server Messsage Block (SMB) up to 200,000 files
Album Art Supported: JPG, PNG
Music Services & Internet Radio: 23+
3rd-Party Integrations: AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Roon Ready,
Dirac Live Ready (available via future software update)
Control System Integrations: Creston, Control4, RTI, Nice, URC, Lutron
Voice Control Integrations: Amazon Alexa Skills
CONNECTIONS
Power Supply: Universal 3-pin AC cord input (100-240AC)
Ethernet/LAN: Ethernet RJ45, Gigabit 1000 Mbps
Wi-Fi Built In: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual-band
Bluetooth Quality: Bluetooth 5.2 aptX Adaptive
Bluetooth Connectivity: Two-Way (transmit & receive)
IR Optical Built In: IR Sensor Built In – front panel with IR Remote Learning
IR Input: 3.5mm Jack
Optical/Analog Input: Toslink Optical, RCA Analog, 3.5mm Optical/Analog Combo
HDMI Input: HDMI eARC
USB IN: Type A (Fat32, NTFS Formatted) – External Storage Only
Local Server Mode
USB (other): USB Type C (PC input)
Headphone Output: 6.3mm/1/4″ Stereo, Bluetooth
Subwoofer Output: RCA x 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+
Speaker Terminals: 5-Way Binding Post
GENERAL
Finish: Black or White: Matte Satin Paint
