Bluesound and PSB Bundle: Bluesound NODE Wireless Music Streamer And PSB Alpha AM3 Powered Speaker (Pair) – 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

PSB Alpha AM3 Powered Speaker (pair)

Get more out of your audio with legendary PSB sound.

The AM3 is a compact home music system that connects to virtually any device, wired or wirelessly, and delivers bold stereo sound for everything you enjoy, from vinyl to music streaming. Constructed with premium components and designed with decades of award-winning acoustics, the AM3 powered speakers deliver full-range sound with zero distortion thanks to their 4” mid-bass drivers and ¾” aluminum ferrofluid-cooled tweeters for crystal-clear highs. With a built-in phono preamp you can connect a turntable without extra components or gear, while still being able to stream music from any app or device with high-definition Bluetooth.

Behind the Alpha Series

First designed and manufactured in a small Canadian town in 1991, the Alpha Series started with the simple idea of creating affordable speakers that were focused purely on performance. With passion and dedication in pursuit of a natural sounding speaker, and by leveraging almost 50 years of research conducted at the Canadian National Research Council, the Alphas are known as one of the world’s most iconic speakers and are still the reference benchmark for entry-level hi-fi speakers today.

Versatile design

The AM3 is simple to set up and use – simply pair and play. Whether you want to stream music from your mobile device, connect to your TV or computer, or hook them up to a turntable via the dedicated RCA phono input, the AM3’s will deliver natural, detailed sound with precision and less distortion. Packed with surprising bass, the AM3 features a special 4” woofer and is driven by a 35 watt amplifier. Looking for even deeper bass? Add a subwoofer of your choice and get ready to fill your room with even more impressive sound.

Matched components, unmatched performance

Leveraging amplification expertise from our sister brands provided the PSB design team the considerable advantage of designing a speaker for a known amplifier. Add the power of DSP and suddenly the frequency response, bass extension and total output are optimized to a remarkable level of performance. Exceptionally few powered speakers share intellectual resources of this magnitude, making the Alpha AM3 a standout in the crowd of powered speakers.

Simple and Compact

Featuring acoustically transparent detachable magnetic grilles in a choice of matte black or matte white finish, the AM3 offers a timeless design that will seamlessly blend into any décor. The compact size of the AM3 makes it the perfect system for a desk in your office, or a tabletop in your living room or bedroom.

Features:

• 4” Black steel polypropylene mid-bass woofer
• ¾” Aluminum ferro-fluid cooler tweeter with front waveguide
• Built with a high-performance Class D amplifier with 35 watts
• Acoustically engineered cabinet with a tuned port for low bass
• Built-in phono preamp with a rear RCA input for turntables
• Qualcomm aptX HD for high-definition Bluetooth streaming
• Rear mounted volume control, sub out, and AUX inputs

Specs:

Frequency Response

• 56Hz-20Khz on Axis @ 0°±3dB
• LF Cutoff -10dB” 40Hz

Amplifier Power

• Amplifier Power: 35 watts x 2 RMS

Acoustic Design

• Tweeter (Nominal): 3/4″ (19mm), Aluminum Dome with Ferrofluid, Neodymium Magnet
• Woofer (Nominal): 4″ (100mm) Cone, Rubber Surround, Steel Basket

INPUTS

• Analog: 3.5mm, Phono MM
• Digital: Optical, USB
• Wireless: aptX™ Bluetooth
• Design Type: Bass Reflexv

Finish/Construction

• Cabinet: MDF
• Cabinet Sleeve: Vinyl
• Baffle Front: MDF
• Grille: Perforated Metal

Dimensions and weight:

• 5-1/8″ wide x 8-5/8″ high x 6-7/8″ deep (each)
• Net Weight: 10 lbs.
• Shipping Dimensions: 14 1/8” x 9 7/8” x 11 1/2”
• Shipping Weight: 11.7 lbs.

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