Bluesound
Powernode Edge
$549.00 USDFeatures
40 Watts per channel of DirectDigital™ amplification technology handling 24 bit/192kHz hi-res files
A state-of-the-art Quad-Core 1.8GHz ARM® Cortex A53 Processor
HDMI eARC connectivity
Digital optical and analog input options, subwoofer output, and Bluetooth® wireless headphone output
Dolby® Digital decoding
Dual-band Wi-Fi, Gigabit Ethernet and support for two-way Bluetooth® aptX HD
Stream hi-res content from internet radio stations, cloud music services or your own local music players
Intuitive control with the BluOS Controller app
Elegant capacitive touch panel for quick-access controls (Play, Pause, Volume Up/Down, Previous/Next Track)
Includes an easy-to-install, multi-orientation wall-mounting bracket
IR remote learning capability – optional control using the RC1 Remote Controller
Connect with the BluVoice skill to enable voice assistants like Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Siri to control Players around the home.
Apple AirPlay 2 lets you play music or podcasts from wireless stereo components throughout your house — all in sync.
What's in the Box?
Warranty
Compact Wireless Music Streaming Amplifier
The Bluesound POWERNODE EDGE takes the POWERNODE to the next level. This compact wireless music streaming amplifier combines streaming sources, control, and amplification all in one place.
The POWERNODE EDGE features audiophile-grade componentry capable of up to 24 bits/ 192kHz hi-res audio, and wireless multi-room capabilities with smartphone controls combine to make it a great ‘building block’ amplifier to start, extend or complete a hi-res streaming audio system of any size.
Dragon Cable Recommendations for Optimal Sound Quality
- Analog Input: Blue Dragon Portable Mini Cable V3
- Subwoofer Output: Blue Dragon Interconnect Cable
- Speaker Connections: Cardas Crosslink Custom Speaker Cable with Cardas CAB Banana Connector
- Optical Input: Silver Dragon Toslink Digital Cable (with Toslink to Mini Optical Adapter)
Key Features
- Easily power a pair of passive speakers
- 40 Watts per channel of DirectDigital™ amplification technology handling 24 bit/192kHz hi-res files
- A state-of-the-art Quad-Core 1.8GHz ARM® Cortex A53 Processor
- HDMI eARC connectivity
- Digital optical and analog input options, subwoofer output, and Bluetooth® wireless headphone output
- Dolby® Digital decoding
- Dual-band Wi-Fi, Gigabit Ethernet and support for two-way Bluetooth® aptX HD
- Stream hi-res content from internet radio stations, cloud music services or your own local music players
- Intuitive control with the BluOS Controller app
- Elegant capacitive touch panel for quick-access controls (Play, Pause, Volume Up/Down, Previous/Next Track)
- Includes an easy-to-install, multi-orientation wall-mounting bracket
- IR remote learning capability – optional control using the RC1 Remote Controller
- Connect with the BluVoice skill to enable voice assistants like Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Siri to control Players around the home.
- Apple AirPlay 2 lets you play music or podcasts from wireless stereo components throughout your house — all in sync.
Just Add Speakers
Audiophile-grade amplification packed into the POWERNODE EDGE makes it easy to connect a pair of passive speakers to experience an incredible all-in-one HiFi solution. Easily connect wired sources, like a TV or turntable, with HDMI eARC or the combo analog/digital input. Use the Bluesound POWERNODE EDGE as a discrete amp in a standalone setup or combine it with other BluOS devices to create a multi-room music system. Add the PULSE SUB+ Wireless Subwoofer for a powerful but compact 2.1 stereo system or even use the POWERNODE EDGE to power the rear channels of a wireless Bluesound surround sound setup.
Compact Power
Bring your speakers to life with the powerful, punchy 2 x 40 watts DirectDigital™ amplifier in the Bluesound POWERNODE EDGE, able to handle hi-res, 24 bit/192kHz files and MQA-encoded tracks with ease. Enjoy clarity in playback of everything from densely-layered heavy metal tracks to whisper-quiet dialogue in movies and TV shows. The POWERNODE EDGE decodes Dolby® Digital content on its own and can also be used to power the rear channel speakers of a wireless home theater system.
Space Saving
Your dream HiFi setup doesn’t have to take up all your real estate. With the Bluesound POWERNODE EDGE, gone are the days of bulky, oversized amplifiers. Comparable in size to the average hardcover book, this small yet mighty HiFi system transforms any space into a high-fidelity haven.
The sleek and compact form factor of the POWERNODE EDGE makes it ideal for secondary rooms like offices and back porches. With a wall-mountable chassis, the POWERNODE EDGE can be installed practically anywhere in your home. Equip speakers in every corner of your house with power plus streaming and hide the POWERNODE EDGE away from sight in nooks like closets or behind sofas.
Intuitive Control with BluOS
Control is always at your fingertips via the BluOS Controller app for iOS, Android, Mac, or Windows PC computers. The POWERNODE EDGE connects to your home network via Wi-Fi or Ethernet. Hands-free control is possible with voice assistants like Siri, Amazon Alexa, and Google Assistant. For professional smart home installers, full-feature drivers are available for Lutron, Crestron, RTI, Elan, and other popular control systems.
Using the BluOS Controller App, select songs from popular streaming services like Spotify, Tidal, Qobuz, SiriusXM, from your own music library through Apple AirPlay2, aptX HD Bluetooth, or even a network-connected drive or USB hard drive. Use the elegant capacitive touch panel for quick-access controls like play, pause, and volume up/down, and previous/last track. BluOS is Roon Ready with Roon Integration that supports files stored on internal and external hard drives and NAS.
What's In The Box?
- 120V AC Power Cord
- 230V AC Power Cord
- Ethernet Cable
- TOSLINK Optical to 3.5mm Mini Adapter
- Metal Mounting Bracket
- Metal Mounting Screw
- Rubber Mount Attachment
- Safety/Warranty Guide
- Quick Setup Guide
Specifications
Audio
Supported Audio File Formats | MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC, OPUS |
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Supported Hi-Res Audio File Formats | FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS |
Supported Multi-Channel Audio Formats | Dolby Digital |
Processor | ARM® Cortex™ -A53, Quad-Core, 1.8GHz per core |
Native Sampling Rates | up to 192 kHz |
Supported Network File Sharing | Server Messsage Block (SMB) up to 200,000 files |
Native Sampling Rates | up to 192 kHz |
Bit Depths | 16 - 24 |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio | SNR -91dBA THD+N, 0.008% |
DAC | 32-Bit, 384kHz Differential Output design |
Amplification | DirectDigital™ |
Rated Power Output | 40W x 2 (8 Ohms) |
IHF Dynamic Power | 80W (4 Ohms) / 50W (8 Ohms) |
Minimum Impedance | 4 Ohms |
Software & Integrations
Operating System | BluOS |
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Processor | ARM® Cortex™ -A53, Quad-Core, 1.8GHz per core |
App Controller Operating Systems | iOS, Android, Windows, macOS |
Network File Sharing | SMB up to 200,000 track index |
Album Art Supported | JPG, PNG |
Internet Radio | Click here |
Music Services | Click here |
Voice Control | Amazon Alexa Skills; Actions on Google |
3rd-Party | AirPlay 2 Spotify Connect Tidal Connect Roon Ready |
Control Systems | Control4, Crestron, URC, RTI, ELAN, Lutron |
General
Finish | Black/White; Matte Satin Paint |
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Included Accessories | Black/White; Matte Satin Paint 120V AC Power Cord 230V AC Power Cord Ethernet Cable TOSLINK Optical to 3.5mm Mini Adapter Metal Mounting Bracket Metal Mounting Screw Rubber Mount Attachment Safety/Warranty Guide Quick Setup Guide |
Max Power Consumption | 210W |
Storage Environment | -10°C to 50°C, 20% to 80% relative humidity |
Operating Environment | '0°C to 40°C |
Product Weight | 1.37kg/3.02lbs |
Product Dimensions | 219 x 44.5 x 193 mm 8.6 x 1.75 x 7.6 in |
Shipping Weight | 2.62kg/5.78lbs |
Shipping Dimensions | 300 x 300 x 95 mm 11.8 x 11.8 x 3.74 in |
User Interface
Status Indicator | LED |
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Play/Pause Button | Touch LED |
Volume Control Buttons | Touch LED |
Previous/Next Track Buttons | Touch LED |
Preset Buttons | In-App |
Connections
Power Supply | Universal bi-pin AC cord input (100-240AC) |
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Ethernet/LAN | Ethernet RJ45, Gigabit 1000 Mbps |
Wi-Fi Built In | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual-band |
Bluetooth Quality | Bluetooth 5.0 aptX HD |
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 | Combo - Mini TOSLINK/Stereo 3.5mm |
HDMI Input | HDMI eARC |
USB IN | Type A (Fat32 Formatted) |
Headphone Output | Bluetooth only |
Subwoofer Output | RCA x 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+ |
Speaker Terminals | 5-Way Binding Post |