This was recommended to my by the ABT team for my outdoor landscape system. I can't tell you how it works but I can tell you that it works flawlessly for my system. I open up Spotify, select my pool system and this thing turns everything on and off and it's been flawless since the install 2 months ago. I have never had the need to go into my electronics cabinet and make a single adjustment.

I am highly satisfied with Bluesound Node Wireless Music Streamer, providing seamless musical streaming functions.

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Out of the box this device did not connect to my internet...even though others had no problem. Placing it in a room with other streaming devices such as the Roku linked to my surround theater system--no problem streaming movies or Hulu/Netflix--this device would search for the internet (alternate blue/green). Never meeting with success, I moved the Node to the room with the modem/router figuring that maybe distance was the problem--did not work on both networks...2.0/5.0. All other devices in the house...even the new Cafe Oven in the kitchen downstairs had no problem connecting. B&H customer support was amazing...shout out to Leticia! I am awaiting results from Bluesound engineering. I attached it using the supplied ethernet cord and have fantastic results...the sound quality is terrific and I am streaming music from several music services with great bandwidth and quality. I can only assume that it did not like my Spectrum router/modem--possibly with another brand I might meet with better results. My other network streamer (Marantz located in a family room downstairs has no problem with streaming. I gave it three stars because it was difficult to determine what the problem involved and it was not plug and play as some of the YouTube videos presented. The Bluesound app you have to use is not a slam dunk either. Once signed into your music service (Tidal/SiriusXM/Calm Radio etc.) you have to re-sign in every time you select another service or music stream...it would be better to have the app automatically put you back in for seamless changes. Also, until you connect the Node successfully, you will not be able to adjust the audio or other settings. For this price point it is a unit which provides multiple output modes and adequate downloads of music bandwidth...possibly, the more expensive units offer a better connectivity and better processing...most of those units are three times or more the price.

Bluesound is practicing great musical medicine. In all its devices, including the Node Nano, Bluesound seems to operate on the principle that there should be a Hippocratic Oath for music reproduction equipment. Every effort is made to avoid distorting, compressing, filtering or diminishing the music streamed from our chosen sources. High Resolution streaming sources as well as my own network music servers offering FLAC (Tidal,etc), MQA (Tidal Masters), WAV (all CDs), AIFF (Apple hi-res), MPEG-4 SLS, DSD256 (SuperAudioCD) are supported, but so are compressed files types MP3, AAC (Apple), WMA, WMA-L, OGG (Spotify), ALAC (Apple), and OPUS. (Yep, even my older, awful files are accessible, although not improved.)\n\nBluesound’s NODE NANO Wireless Streaming Media Player accesses many of the most popular and highest quality streaming services. The “tuning” is managed with the multi-room BluOS Controller App which can be downloaded for multiple device OS or directly from its front touch panel. This is a Hi-Res Digital to Analog converter (DAC) offering Jitter-free, 32-bit depth /384kHz response using a state-of-the-art ESS Sabre 9039Q2M chip for hi-res audio up to 24bit/192kHz (sometimes referred to as “Studio Masters” because they may represent what the sound engineers created in the studio) with a SN Ratio of -118dB.\n\nToday’s music streaming providers offer access to immense music collections and compete for our subscription dollars by offering best available selections and very high quality: Pandora, Spotify, Qobuz, Tidal, AirPlay2 (limited to 16bit/44.1kHz)(Apple Music), Amazon Music HD, iHeart Radio, SiriusXM and anything else in your private libraries connected to your Wi-Fi network. Of course the quality varies and some of you will have higher standards that I do. No matter, the Bluesound Node Nano has us covered.\n\nThe BluOS CONTROLLER APP: I counted a total of 26 Music services, from Amazon Music to Deezer, Pandora, Qobuz, Spotify, Tidal, Tunify, and others plus a number of radio stations. They took a surprising amount of time to initially load using my iPhone14 (iOS 18.1.1) and fill the BluOS screen. I had enough time to search online to find out why it was taking so long or if I had a problem. I only needed some patience. You’ll need some more patience to sign into each service to be authorized to access it. The process was successful but there were random delays and I was directed to try again before the process completed on some services. Once a service (Amazon Music, Pandora, AirPlay2) was playing, I had no issues at all. As discussed below, the music experience was outstanding. I had no dropouts in my listening sessions.\n\nBluesound provides a deep library of support materials but it’s not especially easy to appreciate because it’s not bound in a traditional operating manual. I could have used a web map of support links covering all those App features and settings. In the same way, a user supported help service is needed. I felt that the very esoteric, advanced issues were often better addressed than the very basic, new user questions. \n\nEQUIPMENT USED: I reviewed and compared music from a lengthy and varied selection of performers over this past week from various streaming services, including Amazon, Apple, Spotify, Pandora, and my local network. I prefer a mix of popular, alternative, classic rock and folk from 1960 to today’s newest releases, with “popular” classical and jazz added in. I also used AirPlay2 to send my Apple Music library to my connected system. I sent the output of the BlueSound NODE NANO to my home-made “portable” Class D stereo amp and its modest speakers. I did the same using a favorite, older Sony AV amp and its attached, newer B&W bookshelf speakers, and finally to my larger Parasound Amp and Martin Logan floor standing speakers. Listening varied from a smaller intimate setting to a massive living space.\n\nWHAT I’M HEARING: I can only speak for myself when I declare that the stunning detail, the breath of response, the wide stereo separation, background silence and dynamic range that I’m enjoying meets my expectations for the best possible musical performances from my recordings. I hear exactly what I remember from the somewhat more compressed, slight limited dynamics and frequency response of my 1960s-80s music favorites. Newer music from post-2000 musical performances leap out with stunning bass lines, sometimes rising out of the floor boards, and lifted into the musical stratosphere by thrilling songbirds. The Bluesound Node Nano makes a powerful defense on behalf of digitized music with the end user invited to find a music library that they prefer and that meets their technical requirements. The BluOS Controller makes managing sources easy, fun and flexible. It contributed significantly to the entire experience although there are many features that I’ve found only after some experience. Strongly recommended.

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My 10 year old receiver supports limited streaming services. I've added a Google casting device as well as a new BT 5.3 wireless interface. All to improve the quality of signal that my primary receiver(s) pickup.  One is for my primary listening area (30'x 15' family room) and my outdoor theater. Both full surround setups.  I've wanted music I stream from my iTunes library, Amazon, Sirius and other services to have higher quality.  Moving from BT 5 to 5.3 was an improvement.  Now will my new Node Nano do any better?  I considered several other models, but the device will be stored within my stereo cabinet where it won't be seen so displaying album artwork to the device was really not necessary.  It would be nice if this device had a HDMI connection to display album artwork to a display.  But come to think about it, 90% of the time that I'm listening to music I don't have my projector on.\nSet up of the Node Nano was not as documented.  Depending on your platform you need to install the iOS, Windows, Android or Apple application (nice that all 4 exist, not just mobile devices).  First you need to power on the Node device and connect to it via BT.  Their documentation says you then need to connect to it's WiFi signal (I never found it, so it was not possible). But once connected to BT, adding up the device worked properly. Once connected it found an update, which took 45 min to install.  From there I needed to add my various streaming services (and remember their passwords).  It took me an hour to add 10, some required their App to be run (and installed) others did not.  So allocate some time to get the device set up (not surprised).  \n\nOne of the other reasons I got this, during the Christmas season, was so my wife could easily stream Christmas music from our NSA server or from SiriusXM (which has quite a number of seasonal music channels).  So I had to get the App set up on her iPhone.  Fortunately by using my account all of the streaming services I'd set up on my phone/PC were available from her iPhone.  It just had to define the Node Device.  All good.  Her only complaint was it took 8-10s to start playing music when the first song was selected.  I noticed this but it didn't bother me.\n\nI hooked up the Node Nano to my receiver via RCA cable and the optical output.  From my receiver I could easily compare the difference.  My wife chose Sirius Rock Xmas music (I might have done the same).  After the initial delay (which I assume allows the device to fill its buffer before starting to play).  It sounded pretty darn good (first impression).  I had my receiver set to surround decode so my 7.2 speaker setup would all be used.  I smiled.  I was happy.  It sounded very good.  Not FLAC good, but considering the source it was far better than s BT stream would be.  Then the sound cut out, what?  I briefly got a BT signal, and it stopped the music.  It occurred to me that during setup I had to connect the Node to BT.  Once I disconnected it, the problem with dropouts was resolved.  A phone to Nano link is only necessary for setup (it seems).  Since I changed this setting no problems.  I then listened to some music from streamed Amazon, it was very good. As was Pandora.  Music from my local library was also excellent.  I then did a direct comparison from iTunes from my phone to the Node via BT5.3 and from my phone via a casting connection.  Both were good, but the Node had a little more richness in the mid to high range.  I thought the bass from the casting was a bit deeper.  A did a number of A-B comparisons, in the end I was not sure the bass was any better. But the overall sound quality was improved by the Nano.  So my first two tests had the Nano the winner.  I plan to put my album collection on a USB drive connected to the Nano.  I tried to stream from my local NAS server but had trouble connecting, a local USB drive connected to the Nano will allow me to access my library (~200Gb).\n\nAll and all I'm happy with my acquisition.  I do wish it displayed information about what is being played.  The app displays plenty of info, but the device does not.  When my sound system is behind doors, who cares, but when I'm looking at it I wish I had more information, but I really can deduct a star for that, as it's sound is better than what I had. And that's what I was after!

I’ve had the Nano for several days and can say that it is an extremely capable streamer. The Nano is AirPlay 2 compatible, has Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, and can serve as an endpoint for Roon (although I could only get it to work via AirPlay). In addition, the Nano can unfold MQA and has Bluetooth input and output. It is controlled via iOS or Android apps and the BluOS app. On the backside of the unit, you have RCA outputs (which can be set at variable or fixed), coax and optical outs for an external DAC, an Ethernet and a USB connection. The USB-A connection can be used two different ways: Either to pull data from an external drive OR to send data to an external DAC with a USB input.\n\nThe Nano resides in a small but nice stereo system that sits in my family room. I have the Nano plugged into a small integrated amp that drives a pair of ML floor speakers. The Nano has been set at fixed output, pushing sound through its internal DAC and out through the RCA outputs. The result? Amazing sound. I had planned on using an external DAC and the digital out of the Nano to drive it, but after comparing the two through my humble system, I see no need to utilize an external DAC. \n\nSet up was easy. Download the BluOS app, install it on my smartphone, log in (I had owned a Bluesound device prior), and it found the Nano immediately. After a 15-minute update, I was ready to go. Air Play streaming worked great, Spotify Connect worked well (had some issues with it not always connecting, sometimes it took several tries, and issue I didn’t have with other components at the time), and I was able to connect a Bluetooth turntable to the Nano (I thought that was pretty awesome!) and could stream records to the family room, something I had not been able to do before. The Nano sounded excellent. A sparkly, non-fatiguing treble matched up with firm, defined bass is the character I would describe the Nano as bringing to the table through its internal DAC. Very pleasant to listen to.\n\nI moved over to Roon. This is where I met my first and only challenge: The Nano was showing up as Roon Tested only, not Roon Ready in my Roon desktop. The Nano was only accepting AirPlay streams, which was annoying me a little (limited to 16/44.1). Fortunately, that little problem was easily resolved by rebooting the Nano. As soon as I did that, it showed up as Roon Ready, and I was streaming a 24/96 file of Pink Floyd’s ‘One of These Days’ in glorious high resolution. I moved through an assortment of music, streaming everything from standard 16/44.1 streams to 24/192 hi-res streams via the wireless connection. Everything sounded great, and I didn’t encounter any glitches or issues. I wanted to stream DSD files, and the Nano does support DSD, but apparently that is only via an attached USB drive. Regardless, Roon is more than capable of converting DSD to PCM that can be played by the Nano. \n \nI am very impressed by the Node Nano. It comes in a sleek, attractive package, has tons of streaming capability, a solid two-way AptX connection, and excellent internal DAC. I highly recommend this unit. If you are a Roon owner, this is the way to go. Super high cost to value ratio and highly recommended.

I've been testing the Bluesound Node Nano for about a week. Overall, I think it's a great premium DAC and streaming music player that's easy to set up and sounds fantastic. I just wish it included a remote control, a better power plug, and Chromecast compatibility.\n\nLook and Feel:\n\nThe Bluesound Node Nano features a sleek, simple design that's very inconspicuous. There are 5 capacitive buttons on the front: 2 presets, play/pause, and volume up/down. On the back, it has 3 outputs: RCA, coaxial, and optical. It feels substantial and well-constructed, with the exception of the cheap cables and wall-wart power plug. The power plug comes with multiple international plug connectors, which is convenient for global use. However, a smaller power supply would have been preferable.\n\nSetup:\n\nSetup was quick and painless. I connected the Node Nano to my receiver using the included RCA cable and a separate, higher-quality power plug. Downloading the BluOS app from the Play Store and following the instructions was straightforward. My phone quickly discovered the Node Nano and connected it to the internet. After the initial connection, the device automatically began a firmware update, which took a bit longer than expected. However, the updateable firmware is a welcome feature. Once the update finished, the device was ready to use.\n\nPerformance:\n\nThe Node Nano works seamlessly with Tidal, Spotify, Deezer, and a multitude of other streaming services. Unfortunately, it doesn't support Chromecast, which is a bit disappointing. Hopefully, Bluesound will add this feature in a future update. With that said, I only tested it with Spotify and Tidal. With either app, the Nano performed flawlessly. Music quality was outstanding, song changes were instantaneous, and the Wi-Fi connection was rock-solid. The only downside was the reliance on my phone for track skipping. A separate remote control would have been a nice addition.\n\nOverall, I really like the Node Nano. I highly recommend it for anyone who wants to add high-quality streaming capabilities to a standard receiver or amplifier.

While I wait for my external DAC to arrive I am using the DAC in the 2i. Setting up the 2i is easy. I am still trying to figure out how to connect it to my NAS via wifi. For now I listen to the NAS via the 2i via the DS Audio App through Bluetooth to the 2i. I love the built in streaming apps and the ability to connect to so many internet radio stations. It even has a CD/MQA listening station. Later I will coaxial out to the Denafrips Ares ii DAC to tie in my digital signals. The DAC on the 2i is pretty good and anyone using the 2i DAC will be very happy.While I wait for my external DAC to arrive I am using the DAC in the 2i. Setting up the 2i is easy. I am still trying to figure out how to connect it to my NAS via wifi. For now I listen to the NAS via the 2i via the DS Audio App through Bluetooth to the 2i. I love the built in streaming apps and the ability to connect to so many internet radio stations. It even has a CD/MQA listening station. Later I will coaxial out to the Denafrips Ares ii DAC to tie in my digital signals. The DAC on the 2i is pretty good and anyone using the 2i DAC will be very happy.

Not the very best streamer DAC combination, but untouchable at the price point, which makes it a home run at its price point. The key to the Node's success is how it deviates from the very best streamer/DACs out there- it errs on the side of omission, and commits no insult to the music. It does not try to be exaggerated hifi with bombastic lows and/or sizzling highs, both of which can catch you initial attention but also which quickly becomes tiresome. The Node also allows you to grow as it has both coax and Toslink digital output (with USB output promised ay some point, but I would not hold my breath) so that if you have access to a high quality external DAC, the Node can grow in musical quality beyond its stock form. Finally, not many streamers can utilize Amazon HD, so if that's important to you, its another reason to look at the Node. Do be forewarned, there is some break-in time but not very much. What remains is that this Streamer/DAC can fit very nicely into a 1960's vintage Marantz/AR/Thorens system (and the likes) as well as a modern high end system. People rave about the user interface- like anything it takes some getting used to, but it works well. I can't compare it to anything else aside from Audirvana (which I think is very good). And if Roon is important to you, the Node works in a Roon environment.

I have a Sonos system, but with its 65,000 track limit, I had to start looking for something else. The Nodi 2i works great and can handle my entire library of 175,000 tracks. I use the coax output to feed a Teach DAC that goes into the main system. I still use Sonos since I already have a number of them, but I use Sonos on convenient areas to have music and the Nodi 2i on the high resolution sound systems.I have a Sonos system, but with its 65,000 track limit, I had to start looking for something else. The Nodi 2i works great and can handle my entire library of 175,000 tracks. I use the coax output to feed a Teach DAC that goes into the main system. I still use Sonos since I already have a number of them, but I use Sonos on convenient areas to have music and the Nodi 2i on the high resolution sound systems.

BlueSound is a Canadian manufacturer of ultra high end audio gear. famous for their award winning streamers, BlueSound continues to innovate and release cutting edge audio products. \n\nI started with BlueSound Node Nano & was hooked with 24 bit, 192 K pure audio. I connected it to a premium quality amplifier & speaker system, and the results are amazing!! This brought my stereo system to 2025 standards; I can stream all of my favorite audio!\n\nI recommend the RC1 IR Remote, allowing 10 of your favorite streaming sources with the press of a button, as well as volume control. You can see this remote in the photos attached with this review.\n\nThe sound of BlueSound 24Bit 192K must be heard to be believed!! It earns my highest recommendation!

I have a high level, audiophile 2-channel system, and use SACD, Vinyl and CD as the source music (in that order of quality/preference). I was skeptical adding a "streamer" as a music source, but this BlueNode 2i, with Tidal (high fi quality account), rivals the vinyl and SACD in quality (especially the MQA selections). Delighted to add millions of musical choices to my collection!I have a high level, audiophile 2-channel system, and use SACD, Vinyl and CD as the source music (in that order of quality/preference). I was skeptical adding a "streamer" as a music source, but this BlueNode 2i, with Tidal (high fi quality account), rivals the vinyl and SACD in quality (especially the MQA selections). Delighted to add millions of musical choices to my collection!

The Bluesound Node 2 is a replacement for a Squeezebox Duet. Both units are connected are connected to my receiver via TosLink. The Node 2 sounds significantly better than the Duet.\r\n\r\nWhen setting this device up I recommend the following to get the best results:\r\n1) If you are using a dual or tri-band wireless router, have one band set to wireless N only and have as few as devices as possible connected to that band to minimize dropouts. Connect the Node 2 to that band.\r\n2) When I began using the Node 2 I found the volume output to be very low compared to the Duet. To correct this, in Settings, Audio change from variable to fixed. This will result in similar volume output to the Duet.

This is a great value. Ok don’t let that make you think it’s not audiophile ready. It’s the simplest most cost effective way to join the higher ranks of quality music listening. The Apple airplay is a nice addition. And yes the sound has somehow improved over the previous model 2. It’s a subtle yet obvious improvement. This is a great value. Ok don’t let that make you think it’s not audiophile ready. It’s the simplest most cost effective way to join the higher ranks of quality music listening. The Apple airplay is a nice addition. And yes the sound has somehow improved over the previous model 2. It’s a subtle yet obvious improvement.

Great purchase for my first stereo setup! I’m running digital outs via USB to my Schiit Bifrost (The Bifrost has no MQA support but I’m enjoying regardless). The HDMI eARC input means I can have sound output from my TV in through my Node and out to my speakers. I haven’t figured how to get album art on my TV unless I use the Tidal app on my TV (which is not ideal). Good purchase overall if you want to get up and running with most everything you might need. I’ve already made good use of the music service integrations. Relay nice. I’ve already started to use Tidal connect in the Tidal app over the BluOS app Read More

I use this to stream my HD music. Unlike Sonos it is not limited 16 bit and 44khz. I passed on it last year as importing music and the software were no quite up to snuff. This year the software has improved and it automatically imports my Itunes library. Itunes the program will import 24 bit 96 0r 88 files in ALAC it just wont play them on Ipods.\r\n\r\nI have my library on a NAS drive connected to my router. I can acces my music through my laptop, my phone or my ipad without turning my computer on. \r\nThis for those who like sound;if you just want to stream low res streaming sites or mp3's this is overkill

I migrated to this product from a Logitech Squeezebox Duet paired with a Peachtree Audio outboard DAC. My biggest apprehension prior to purchase was the many references to limitations in music library size on the BlueOS, whereas the Squeezebox has (presumably) no limit. As of late, there have been claims of people indexing over 100,000 tracks under the latest updates, so I took the plunge. There have been a couple of instances where I've needed to update the metadata for MP3 and FLAC files but on its own, the Node 2's indexing feature managed to locate over 80,000 tracks. As for the sound quality, it is fantastic! I am extremely impressed with the built-in DAC; as I am hearing increased dynamics, rhythm, a nicer presentation of vocals and a sweeter high end. The app might just take some getting used to but the way you navigate to store favorite albums and hop around in the program seems a bit clunky. Overall, though, I am very pleased and setup couldn't have been easier.

The Blue Sound Node 2i is the best music streaming device available on the market today. It's DAC is fantastic and the connection options meet every requirement. Hi Res music streaming is the standard today. The 2i has raised the bar for performance and features.The Blue Sound Node 2i is the best music streaming device available on the market today. It's DAC is fantastic and the connection options meet every requirement. Hi Res music streaming is the standard today. The 2i has raised the bar for performance and features.

It is really as good as all the reviews state!\nThe only caveat is mine didn't wanted to configure, until I read in redit that it happened to a few more people and they recommended reseting to factory defaults. Then I got to configure it, but would only pair to 2.4GHz wifi, not to 5.0GHz. So I went and configured the 2.4GHz, and only then I was able to change the wifi and connect to 5GHz.\nAfter that, I have not experienced any problems at all, everything works fine.

Hooked up unit and it did an upgrade immediately. Connected to WiFi with no issues. I have it hooked up to an NAD 3045 and it works great!!! I also have a Powernode and Powernode Edge and they all hook up together flawlessly.Hooked up unit and it did an upgrade immediately. Connected to WiFi with no issues. I have it hooked up to an NAD 3045 and it works great!!! I also have a Powernode and Powernode Edge and they all hook up together flawlessly.

This is my second Bluesound node for a second system. I have used other streaming devices that were less expensive. The Bluesound Node is by far a better sounding streamer that is also well thought out. By this I mean the app is simple easy to use and works better than most others. You would need to double the price to find a better streaming device.

It sounds very, very good. Sub output is cleaner and tighter than my Marantz M-CR12. Phone, Spotify, instantly connects when I ask it. Actually, no complaints!It sounds very, very good. Sub output is cleaner and tighter than my Marantz M-CR12. Phone, Spotify, instantly connects when I ask it. Actually, no complaints!

I wanted a modern "Pre-amp" to pair with a vintage power amplifier that could take advantage of HDMI e-arc connection to a TV. This is about the only affordable solution i could find. I get my glorious vintage VU meters and the use of a remote control. I can also add a turntable or another analog input.

This thing is absolutely incredible! App is simple, product is was easy to setup and the sound quality is incredible! Used to stream music using Heos platform that was built into my SR6015 Marantz Receiver, but the Bluesound destroys it in the sound quality department! Read More