Powernode (N33)

As I now only listen to music via downloaded and streamed playlists & albums I was looking for a high performing network player with a powerful integrated amplifier to replace my Denon N10 which was struggling to power my Q Acoustic floor stander speakers. This fitted the bill perfectly and I have also linked up our turntable for those rare nostalgia sessions. I also wanted something with some grunty bass for the floor standers and the Bluesound Powernode delivers this by the spadesful. The soundstage is very impressive and immersive. The bass thumps and can be turned up via the audio settings on the app. The system handles high volumes with ease and clarity. Operation is intuitive and it has everything that a budding audiophile needs at an affordable price. It can even play MQA quality tracks which is the ultimate in quality. So there's nothing missing. For me, the 80wpc was the deal clincher as I needed something powerful. The lack of a remote control was annoying but I bought one and now have the best of all worlds - the app, remote and display touch controls. It really is the one stop solution to 21st century music listening.

Bluesound have quickly built a name for quality and ease of use along with that ability to multiroom. I found it easy to set up and was playing music 20 minutes after getting it out of the box. Airy expressive and sound stage was very good. Really benefits from a sub woofer and you can set the crossover to allow for one. Very good.

I have two Bluesound streamers already linked to more serious systems and they are the reason I stayed with Bluesound for an all in one for a new room. I can group all the Nodes tother for music throughout the house too which is nice. This amplified unit has surprised me at the price. Driving a 20 year old pair of B&W 603s to very good effect. Crisp and clear with an excellent soundstage At the price I am a Very Happy Customer. As with all the units I have the setup of this has been at times frustrating, especially working out if the Node is streaming Tidal or just running it from my my devices on Bluetooth. There should be a much easier way to distinguish. But that is just a niggle in what is otherwise a unit I have no hesitation in recommending.

This is a super convenient, great sounding unit that is very easy to love. Took me 5 minutes to set it up, attach my speakers and start enjoying music. I discover a lot of music on YouTube, especially live stuff that you can’t really find anywhere, I connected my TV to the Bluesound via HDMI and found that it’s also great for movies etc. Overall, it’s an easy and very affordable way to enjoy great sound.

Ich hatte schon den kleineren Vorgänger N150. Jetzt mit dieser Version ( N330 ) kann man das Gerät durch den HDMI Anschluss wirklich sehr gut integrieren. Der Klang hat sich deutlich verbessert, sodass man mit der Leistung auch normale Standlautsprecher bestens hören kann. Die OsApp und Steuerung ist wirklich perfekt. Das war auch mit der Grund bei Bluesound zu bleiben. Von mir volle Sterne. Die optionale F.B. ist leider nicht mit dabei! Ich brauche sie aber auch nicht, da ein anlernen der TV FB in der App vorhanden ist.

Zwei Jahre nun im Einsatz. Hat mehr als genug Leistung für meine Silver 100 7G. Mein klanglich bisher bester Class D Amp. Im Vergleich zu Sonos ein vielleicht optisch weniger schönes, aber dafür deutlich zuverlässigeres Software Erlebnis.

I'm not knocking multi component hi-fi, it has its appeal. But having it all in one box...especially when it all just works...is great. Sound quality is fantastic, as is the blueos ecosystem. Bottom line, it lets me sit back and enjoy my music. (Except I went out last week and bought 2 new speakers and a sub...maybe the search doesn't ever end!) I will be buying their soundbar next. On a side note. The first unit delivered by Amazon was used stock being sold as new and it wasn't even operational used stock! Sent sparks flying all over my room! I contacted Bluesound and feel confident that this was beyond their power to control. It was an Amazon issue. Just be sure to double check your boxes and make sure they are sealed from the factory.