Bluesound and NAD Bundle: Bluesound NODE Wireless Music Streamer And NAD C 328 Hybrid Integrated Digital DAC Amplifier

Bluesound and NAD Bundle: Bluesound NODE Wireless Music Streamer And NAD C 328 Hybrid Integrated Digital DAC Amplifier – Bluesound

Bluesound NODE Wireless Music Streamer

UNLOCK THE WORLD OF MUSIC STREAMING.
Renowned for exceptional performance and value, the NODE is the ultimate HiFi streamer that easily connects to any stereo system to help you discover a universe of audio streaming. With all the inputs and outputs to please the most ardent audiophile, the NODE connects your gear to all the music ever recorded. With built-in premium hi-res music services like Tidal®, Spotify®, and Qobuz®, as well as virtually all other popular music services, internet radio and even your own digital music library held on a computer or external drive – the NODE brings infinite playback choices into your very own high fidelity sonic domain.

TAKE YOUR HIFI WI-FI.
First up, the NODE has enhanced dual band Wi-Fi, providing best-in-class performance even in crowded airspace. Bluetooth performance benefits from state-of-the-art aptX HD, supporting 24 bit streaming directly from your phone or tablet, and the ability to transmit studio-quality music to Bluetooth headphones and speakers, while built-in AirPlay 2 makes for easy integration into the Apple ecosystem. High-end DAC technology built into every Bluesound player can decode and stream MQA files in all their lossless glory.

FROM ANYWHERE TO EVERYWHERE.
Seamlessly connect the NODE to multiple Bluesound speakers throughout your home with the BluOS Controller app and create an intuitive multi-room music system unlike any other. The NODE is easier to control than ever – from smart devices or computer with the BluOS app, touch panel controls with presets, voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Voice, or by programming your own IR remote. The NODE can also be built into smart home control systems for a premium whole-home audio integration.

Features:

• Quad-core 1.8ghz Arm® Cortex™ A53 Processor
• 32-bit/384khz Premium Dac Design
• Hdmi Earc, Optical & Analog Inputs
• Stereo Analog Output
• Optical, Coaxial & Usb Audio Outputs
• Bluos™ Wireless Multi-room Music Capability
• Mqa Music And Hi-res Audio Streaming
• Airplay 2 Integration
• Works With Amazon Alexa And Google Assistant
• Dual-band Wi-fi + Gigabit Ethernet
• Two-way Aptx™ Hd Bluetooth
• Ir Remote Learning Capability
• Ir Input
• 12v Trigger Output
• Wired & Wireless Headphone Output
• Wired & Wireless Subwoofer Output
• Touch Controls With Presets
• Black Or White Finish

Specs

• Operating System: BluOS
• Supported Controller Operating System: iOS, Android, Windows Vista, 7, 8, 10, macOS 10.10-10.15, 11
• Supported Audio File Formats: MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC, OPUS
• Supported Hi-Res Audio File Formats: FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS
• Supported Network File Sharing: Server Message Block (SMB)
• Native Sampling Rates: up to 192 kHz
• Bit Depths: 16-24
• Music Service Integrations: 23+
• 3rd-Party Integrations: AirPlay 2, Apple Wireless Accessory Configuration (WAC)
• Control System Integrations: Crestron, Control 4, RTI, ELAN, URC, Push, Lutron, iPort
• Voice Control Integrations: Amazon Alexa Skills; Actions on Google

More Features

• Status Indicator: LED x 2
• Play/Pause Button: Touch LED
• Volume Control Buttons: Touch Slider LED
• Previous/Next Track Buttons: Touch LED
• Preset Buttons: Touch LED
• Proximity Sensor: Yes
• Audio Controls & EQ: In-App
• Processor: ARM® Cortex™ -A53, Quad-Core, 1.8GHz per core
• DAC: 32-Bit, 384kHz
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: -113dBA
• Distortion: THD+N, 0.002%

Connections

• Power: Universal bi-pin AC cord input (100-240AC)
• Ethernet/LAN: Ethernet RJ45, GigE 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; 3.5mm Analog Line In
• HDMI Input: HDMI eARC
• USB IN: Type A (Fat32 Formatted)
• Audio Output: Analog RCA Stereo with FIXED option
• Coaxial Output: RCA
• Optical Output: TOSLINK digital optical
• Trigger Out: 12 Volt
• Headphone Output: 3.5mm Stereo; Bluetooth
• Subwoofer Output: RCA x 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+
• Finish: Black/White
• Version: N130

NAD C 328 Hybrid Integrated Digital DAC Amplifier

For 45 years, NAD Electronics has introduced aspiring audiophiles to the vast world of hi-fi. From our flagship Masters Series, to our budget-friendly Classic Series, NAD has a component for everyone. Following in the footsteps of some of NAD’s greatest units, the NAD C 328 delivers the most fundamental of features, while firmly adhering to NAD’s unwavering commitment to exquisite sound. The C 328 can wirelessly connect to any smartphone, tablet, or Bluetooth®-enabled device within range, to give you a seamless listening experience. Featuring a MM phono input, the C 328 breathes new life into vinyl LPs, thanks in part to NAD’s innovative Hybrid Digital™ amp technology. The C 328 also features a headphone amplifier, letting you connect your favorite headphones and settle back into your own world of detailed sound. Although more modest in comparison to other Classic Series amplifiers, the C 328 will fit perfectly into your existing system and bring you the musical nirvana you’ve been searching for.

Getting the Basics Right

When it comes to Classic Series amplifiers, no feature is overlooked. Low noise circuits, precise volume control action, and accurate channel balance are all key characteristics of the C 328. With the added bonus of proper input and output impedance traits, plus high overload margins and stability with difficult speaker loads, the C 328 is the best choice for audiophiles who are just starting to build their dream systems. The C 328 also includes a MM phono stage with precisely correct RIAA equalization, high overload margins, extremely low noise, and an innovative circuit to suppress infrasonic noise that is present on all LPs—all without affecting bass response.

Versatility in Spades

The line inputs of the C 328 can accommodate all kinds of analogue source components. It offers ideal input impedance attributes with linear, ultra-low noise buffer amplifiers to prevent any sonic degradation caused by improper loading of the source device. The C 328 also features a separate headphone amplifier with low output impedance and very high output voltage capability, enough in fact to drive even high impedance studio monitor headphones. The low impedance line outputs can also connect to a subwoofer to further extend the versatility of the C 328.

Ready for Streaming

With support for Bluetooth, you can instantly connect and listen to the music service of your choice, or wirelessly stream music and playlists stored directly on your smartphone, tablet or computer. Plus, with its high performance digital circuitry, Bluetooth streaming has never sounded as good as it does with the C 328.

Sophisticated Power

Since moving away from old-fashioned linear power supplies and Class AB output stages, NAD has developed even better performing circuits based on switch mode power supplies and Class D output stages. Once thought to be inferior to traditional topologies, NAD’s advanced work in this area has led to some of the best performing amplifiers on the market today. These new designs are linear over a wide bandwidth and provide consistent performance into all speaker loads, delivering a dramatic advancement.

The power supply of the C 328 is able to provide over 100 watts of audio output when needed. The C 328 can operate with any AC mains voltage from 100V to 240V and provides pure DC power to all of its various stages. This extremely efficient supply also provides near perfect regulation of voltage across a wide range of conditions and provides a solid noise-free foundation for the amplifying stages.

The C 328 uses a customized version of the proven Hypex UcD output stage. This allows for massive power with nearly immeasurable distortion and noise in the audible range. Every detail of this design has been carefully crafted and perfectly executed to wring out the best performance possible. The perfect starter amp for audiophiles and music lovers alike, the C 328 will flawlessly deliver NAD’s signature flexibility and expansive power.

Features:

ANALOG IN/HEADPHONE OUT

• Continuous output power into 8 Ohms and 4 Ohms: 50W (ref. 20 Hz-20 kHz at rated THD, both channels driven)
• THD (20 Hz – 20 kHz): <0.005 % at 1 V out
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >100 dB (A-weighted, 32 ohms, ref. 2V out, unity gain
• Frequency response: ±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
• Output impedance: 11 ohms

ANALOG IN/SUBWOOFER OUT

• THD (20Hz – 20kHz): <0.005 % at 1 V out
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >100 dB (A-weighted, 32 ohms, ref. 2V out, unity gain)
• Frequency response: ±0.2 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
• Output impedance: 200 ohms

ANALOG IN/SPEAKER OUT

• THD (20Hz – 20kHz): <0.03 % (100 mW to 40 W, 8 ohms and 4 ohms)
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >95 dB (A-weighted, 500 mV input, ref. 1 W out 8 ohms)
• Frequency response: ±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)

PHONO IN/SPEAKER OUT

• THD (20Hz – 20kHz): <0.03 % (200 mW to 40 W, 8 ohms and 4 ohms)
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >75 dB with IHF MM cartridge (A-weighted, ref. 5mV input 1 kHz and 1W output in 8 ohms
• Frequency response(RIAA deviation): ±0.3 dB (20 Hz – 20 kHz)
• Note: The RIAA response is consistent with a pre-emphasis that is rolled off at 50kHz by a second order filter, such as used in Neumann cutting lathe

POWER CONSUMPTION

• at ECO Standby mode: 0.5 Watts*
• at Control Standby mode: 0.6 Watts**
• OFF mode (Power switched OFF): 0 Watts
• * – After 20 minutes of no user interface interaction and no active source input
• ** – With established wireless Bluetooth connectivity and 20 minutes of no user interface interaction and no active source input
• NOTE: Bluetooth connectivity is always live when configured.

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT

• Gross dimensions (W x H x D): 435 x 70 x 285 mm (17 1/8 x 2 13/16 x 11 1/4″)
• Net weight: 4.9 kg (10.8 lbs)
• Shipping weight: 5.9 kg (13.0 lbs)

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