Bluesound NODE NANO vs Bluesound POWERNODE Detailed Comparison

Bluesound NODE NANO vs Bluesound POWERNODE

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Bluesound NODE NANO

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Integrated Amplifier | 80 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Bluesound NODE NANO vs Bluesound POWERNODE Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers by Bluesound. Bluesound NODE NANO is a speaker whereas the POWERNODE is a Streaming Integrated Amplifier speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Bluesound NODE NANO and Bluesound POWERNODE first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Bluesound NODE NANO Key Specs

Dimensions (H x W x D):1.4375inch x 5.6875inch x 6.5625inch

Bluesound POWERNODE Key Specs

80 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Built-in DAC

Wifi 2.4, 5GHz

USB Input

Bluetooth v5.0

Weight: 3.80 lbs / 1.72 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):2.75inch x 8.6875inch x 7.5inch

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Bluesound NODE NANO and Bluesound POWERNODE compares and end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these amplifiers is the better choice for you.

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Reasons to choose Bluesound NODE NANO over Bluesound POWERNODE

Coaxial Digital Inputs	vs No	More options for connecting Digital sources
Base Surface Area	242.2cm²/ 37.5inch² vs 418.0cm²/ 64.8inch²	takes less space in your room
Height	37mm vs 69mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Reasons to choose Bluesound POWERNODE over Bluesound NODE NANO

App-Based Control	Yes vs None	Control the amplifier via an app
Buil-in DAC	Yes vs No	Connect digital sources without an external DAC
USB Input	Yes vs	Connect Sources via USB
Max Bit Depth	32-bit vs 24-bit-bit	Play higher resolution range media
Max Sample Rate	384kHz vs 192 kHzkHz	Play higher resolution media

Inputs and Outputs

The input and output selections that are offered is an important factor when comparing two amplifiers. Here you can find how the I/O selections of the Bluesound NODE NANO and Bluesound POWERNODE differs from each other.

Bluesound NODE NANO Inputs

Ethernet Port

Bluesound POWERNODE Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
2 Optical Digital Input
USB Input:
- USB-A(playing files from a thumb drive or external hard drive)
Ethernet Port

Outputs

Mono-RCA(Sub) Preamp Outputs
3.5mm Headphone Output
Subwoofer Output

Bluesound POWERNODE Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Bluesound NODE NANO?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of NODE NANO:

Wireless music streamer

USB/AC power adapter

4 AC plugs (US/UK/EU/AU)

6.5-feet USB-C to USB-A cable

58-inch Ethernet cable

5-feet Stereo RCA cable

Quick Setup Guide

Warranty Information

License Agreement

What's in the Box of Bluesound POWERNODE?

Here are the items that come with the POWERNODE:

Wireless music streaming amplifier

6-feet AC power cord

58-inch Ethernet cable

2 Optical-to-3.5mm adapters

Quick Setup Guide

Warranty Information

License Agreement