Bluesound Node 2i Streamer (FLOOR SAMPLE) (availble to demo)
If you're looking at getting a Node and are using it digital out into an external DAC, saving a few bucks and getting the 2i versus the new Node would be a great idea since much of the improvements have been in the DAC section generation to generation. Wireless Multi-Room Music Streaming The NODE 2i wireless music streamer easily connects to any existing stereo system to unlock and discover a universe of audio streaming. The NODE 2i connects your audio gear to online streaming services, Internet radio and even your own digital music library. The NODE 2i brings high-res audio to any sound system. Connect to any existing stereo amplifier, AV receiver, or powered audio system. Featuring digital and analog input/output options, headphone stereo mini jack, and subwoofer out. Simple setup directly inside the user-friendly BluOS Controller app. Access and stream Internet radio stations, cloud music services, and your own local music library to multiple Bluesound Players. Dual band Wi-Fi and support for 2-way Bluetooth aptX HD ensures music playback without interruption. Control music wirelessly with the intuitive BluOS Controller app. Control it with the optional Bluesound RC1 Remote Controller Connect Bluesound to your Amazon Echo with the skill in the Alexa app and use Amazon’s Alexa voice assistant to control Players around the home. AirPlay 2 lets you play music or podcasts from wireless stereo components throughout your house — all in sync. SPECIFICATIONS Audio Supported File Formats MP3, AAC, WMA, OGG, WMA-L, ALAC, OPUSHi-Res formats - FLAC, MQA, WAV, AIFF Native Sampling Rates 32 - 192 kHz Bit Depths 16 - 24 Performance SNR - 110dBADistortion, THD+N - 0.005% DAC 32-Bit, 192kHz Supported Operating Systems Plays music from network shares on the following desktop operating systems: Microsoft Windows XP, 2000, Vista 7-10, Apple Macintosh 7-10 Free Internet Radio TuneIn Radio, iHeartRadio, Calm Radio, Radio Paradise, LiveXLive, Radio.com Supported Cloud Services Spotify, Amazon Music HD, TIDAL, Deezer , Qobuz, HighResAudio (VAULT Required), Napster, KKBox, Bugs, Taihe Music ZONE, SoundMachine, IDAGIO, OraStream Voice Control Integrations Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant Skills Integration Partners Control4, RTI, Crestron, URC, push, iPort, ELAN, Lutron, roon, Airplay 2 Album Art JPG Connectivity Network Gigabit Ethernet RJ45Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac, dual-band) USB 1 x Type-A port for connection to USB memory sticks (Fat32 or NTFS formatted) and supported peripherals1 x Type-B (mini) for product servicing Audio Input Combo - TOSLINK / 3.5mm Audio Output Analog RCA Stereo with FIXED optionCoaxial RCATOSLINK digital opticalHeadphone 3.5mm StereoSubwoofer RCA12 Volt trigger out Bluetooth Quality Bluetooth 5.0 aptX HD wireless built-in Bluetooth Connectivity Two-Way (transmit & receive) Power Universal bi-pin AC Cord input (100 - 240AC) USER INTERFACE Mobile Operating System BluOS - Free Android and iOS App Available Online at Google Play and Apple App Store Pushbuttons Simple top-panel touch controls. Control IR Sensor built in - Front panel GENERAL Processor ARM® CORTEX™ A9, 1 GHz Unit Weight 1.12 kg / 2.45 lbs Gross Dimensions 220 x 46 x 146 mm8.7 x 1.8 x 5.7 in Power Consumption (Idle) 6 Watts Accessories 2x AC power cords (Europe & North America)Ethernet CableStereo RCA to RCA CableToslink Optical to 3.5mm Mini Adaptor Storage Environment -10° C to 50° C, 20% to 80% relative humidity Operating Environment 0° C to 40° C Finish Available in White or Black Matte