BLUESOUND NODE, NODE X – SUPER LOW-NOISE PSU UPGRADE KIT V2
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Upgrade Kit for Bluesound NODE (N130) and new NODE X 10th Anniversary Edition (N131) devices.
This Kit contains:
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- improved PCB interface V2
- our newest upgraded super low noise power supply version v.2 (incl. DC cable)
Compared to the factory power supply, this kit offers unbelievable noise reduction – from 16000uV to 3uV AC RMS.
It has a built-in filter that offers additional power supply noise suppression.
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- much fuller sound, darker background, more space and detail
- greater dynamics, better controlled low tones
- less harsh sounds at high frequencies
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- fully compatible with Node gen.3 design and operation
- removes SMPSU EMI/RFI sources from inside device
- voltage stabilization with overvoltage protection
- ultra low ESR Panasonic and hybrid-polymer Panasonic/Kemet capacitors combined for better transient response speed
- shielded chokes with increased inductance, three-stage set of C/LC/LC filters for better damping of voltage ripple and noise
- total capacity increased to 19000uF
- anti-dust AC socket cover
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- power supply dedicated to Node – output voltage 5V (compatible only with 220-240V main networks)
- 50VA toroidal transformer in a separate chamber
- large capacity of filter capacitors
- two-stage voltage regulation with active ripple filter
- super low noise
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Recently I read in a book about audio equipment, that power supplies are vital to the sound quality. While retrieving more on this matter I found PD creative and ordered the BLUESOUND NODE, NODE X – SUPER LOW-NOISE PSU UPGRADE KIT V2 right away, cause I was very convinced about the description of the kit. Already a couple days after ordering I received the kit. Super fast delivery from Poland to Germany!! I was kind of excited while opening the Bluesound Node 130, though, but due to the excellent description from PD the exchange of the power pcb inside Node was no problem at all. I was very excited at the first test whether the sound would really improve. While listening to the first pieces of music I was profoundly astonished how the sound was improved vastly. It seemed that you listen to a complete new device! The music, the base, the localisation, the depth became so much clearer. It‘s hard to tell you by words, but this investment was the best I ever did. PD Creative made an excellent job, thank you Pawel very much.
Skusiłem się na modernizację zasilania w swoim Bluesound’zie NODE, którego wówczas użytkowałem ponad półtora roku. Zrobiłem, to trochę w ciemno, bez żadnych odsłuchów, jak sprzęt zachowuje się po zmianie.
Paczka z zasilaczem i adapterem dotarła punktualnie i bardzo sprawnie. Dokonanie upgreat’u nie jest żadną filozofią, tym bardziej, że jest załączony instruktarz.
Po podłączeniu nie spodziewałem się, jakiegoś spektakularnego efektu, niemniej byłem zszokowany, bo sprzęt zaczął grać ciszej, a całość dźwięku była stłumiona.
Taki stan rzeczy miał miejsce około 2 godzin, po tym czasie wszystko, jakby dostało “kopa” i nagle się zmieniło. Powstała piękna, przejrzysta, dużo szersza scena muzyczna, każdy instrument otrzymał swoje miejsce. Niskie tony nabrały szybkości i głębi, bez żadnego zbędnego przeciągania, wysokie uporządkowały się i stały, jakby bardziej soczyste. Środka jest tyle, ile trzeba (a było go zbyt dużo). Tym sposobem z budżetowego odtwarzacza mam odtwarzacz klasy wyższej, spokojnie tak mogę, to ocenić. Jedno co mnie bardzo dziwi, to że producenci sprzętu chcąc oszczędzać i produkując jak najtaniej dodają zasilacze impulsowe, które w przypadku urządzeń audio psują ich możliwości, ale też sobie opinię.
Zmiany zasilacza dokonałem na początku września 2023 i po takim czasie, tym bardziej odpowiedzialnie napisałem, to co powyżej.
Wszystkim, którzy zastanawiają się nad upgreat’em z czystym sumieniem polecam taką podmianę. Ponad 1300zł wydaje się kwotą sporą zważywszy, że NODE jest ostatnio nieco tańszy i można go kupić za niecałe 2000zł. Ale po zmianie gra, jak z dużo wyższej półki za 11000 – 15000zł
Przyznam się, że niedługo zrobię, to samo w swoim gramofonie i też zakupię niskoszumowy, stabilny, liniowy zasilacz od PD Creative i spodziewam się znaczącej poprawy w reprodukcji dźwięku. Po tym podzielę się z Wami swoją opinią.
Paweł
Nach der nicht schweren Installation habe ich gleich einen Test gemacht. Es war einfach verblüffend! Ich dachte es spielt ein anderer, viel hochwertiger Streamer als mein Node X. Der Bass hat nun viel mehr Druck. Die Stimmen sind klarer, der Raum größer. Alles hat mehr Fundament. Ich bereue keinen Cent. Perfekt gemacht, danke Pavel 🙋🏻♂️👍🏻
New owner of the circuit board + PSU. What can I say? Well, music really comes to life. Let me say it this way, it adds exactly what was missing to the Bluesound Node. I am currently using a N130 and the improvements are exactly what I was hoping for. Less harshness in the upper frequencies, more contour in the lower regions (bass is tighter, slightly more impactful) and seperation definitely made also a step forward. I think the reviews speak a clear language. This upgrade is great and I can recommend it to anyone who has real interest in improving the capabilities of the node. It becomes more lively/3-dimensional. I added some very good cables to connect the Node to the amplifier and the amp to the power socket. All in all, the improvements are very noticeable and make a big difference.
Transaction was also 5 stars worthy. Nice communication, fast delivery and good packing.
Thanks for the great product and for the nice experience from order process to music listening.
Someone already said it very well but I have to repeat. With this I did not just get better and tighter lows, clearer mids and highs without sound getting harsh. Music get conveyed in easier way. Everything is more fluid and natural. This is my second linear power supply from PD Creative and I am again blown away how much of positive impact these device has. I use it on my second system streaming from Bluesound Node 130 to Devialet 220 Pro CI then to Dynaudio Confidence C2. If you own Bluesound node and want better sound do not waste money on more expensive streamer. Bluesound Node is excellent streamer with great software. This power supply will bring it to the level you have not even imagined it could go to.
Just received my unit and man… It’s just breathtaking. One of the most incredible improvements to my system, especially considering the price. Lows are more detailed, tight and subtle. Mid is juicy and the highs are much more pleasant to listen to without loosing detail. But to me it’s not the changes to the character of the sound that matter, I can just connect to the music much more easily. Incredible! One of the best (relatively small) investments I’ve done…
My system; Bluesound N130 into a Denafrips Venus 12th, into an Audio Note OTO Signature SE into a pair of Audio Note AN-J LX.
Have converted the Bluesound Node 130 with the power supply. The following is my experience:
Fast delivery in perfect packaging. Installation was done very quickly and easily. The biggest challenge was closing the case. Node connected to HiFi system via RCA and switched on. Bad and disappointing. Flat sound, muddy bass, much quieter than the original power supply. This is no fun now. Then connected a pair of headphones to the Node, music on and forgot about the streamer for 48h.
The power supply apparently needs a decent break-in time. After 48h, a spacious, open and clear sound image is revealed. The bass is superb, the trebles well-defined. Voices are much clearer, and the volume is as usual.
That’s unheard of! Should the power supply upgrade the sound of the Node so much?
I have a second Node in my office. Connected to hi-fi system, identical cabling, same music material. Comparison test is clear. The modified Node plays in a higher league.
Cross-check in the office: both nodes connected, but here via digital RCA.
Here, too, the modified node wins. But the difference is not as serious as the one via the analog RCA output.
Conclusion:
First-class and valuable power supply. Absolutely recommendable. My deepest respect to Pawel Dybal.
I recently purchased the PD Creative Power Supply Kit for my BlueSound Node 130, and I’m amazed by the improvement in sound quality. It’s like I have a whole new system.
The first thing I noticed was the bass. It’s now much deeper and more impactful. The soundstage has also widened, and the instruments are better separated. I can now hear details in music that I never noticed before.
I’m using the Node 130 with a Ladder Scumann R2R DAC, and the two together are a match made in heaven. I can’t believe how good my system sounds now.
The kit arrived in my country in just a few days. I was very impressed with the speed of delivery.
If you’re a BlueSound Node 130 owner, I highly recommend this upgrade. It’s well worth the investment.
I have a Bluesound Node 130 Upgrade Kit V2
including inside filter PCB and external PowerSupply box :
The sound quality is improved significantly, it gets a higher class of audio level.
Voices and instruments have more depth and substance, the stage is straightened.
The products are very well done.
High quality PCB and components, strong toroidal 50Hz transformer,
pure linear technology, very low noise output.
Fast shipping, well packaged, fair price.
Thanks to PD Creative
My highest recommendation *****
In the course of optimizing my vintage hifi system from the late 80s, everything is now streaming via Node. Compared to the sound via CD, the Node has been at a disadvantage so far. With the upgrade of a dedicated power supply purchased at PD, the CD sound has been caught up. The sound is more precise, plastic and dynamic. The sound has gained more depth. It’s like taking away a curtain. For my part, thumbs up for this very intelligent solution. I did not think that the effect is so great. The effect of replacing the speaker cables, for example, was less effective than this upgrade. I would never have thought that out of my 30 year old system to get so much more out, only is when optimizing the power supplies. All implemented measures together (cables, power supplies, Ethernet switch) bring the actually old system to a completely new level, and that even when streaming via Node/Tidal). 100% purchase recommendation to PD Creative. Also to the service. Fast, uncomplicated and very competent. Thank you !!!
Am 19.07.23 habe ich das BLUESOUND NODE, NODE X – SUPER LOW-NOISE PSU UPGRADE KIT V2 bestellt. Am 24.07.23 ist es per UPS bei mir eingetroffen. Die Verpackung war profimäßig. Das Öffnen des Node X sowie der Ausbau (original Platine) und der Einbau (neue Platine) gelingen dank beiliegender Anleitung leicht. Das Schließen des Node X ist eine weit größere Herausforderung.
Der erste Song wird abgespielt, und man denkt, man hat ein anderes Gerät angeschlossen. Mehr Bass, mehr Tiefe und Räumlichkeit. Das macht Spaß.
Von mir eine klare Kaufempfehlung!
Auch die Abwicklung des Geschäftsvorganges war vorbildlich.
Very impressive. Took my Node X to another level. Absolutely recommend! Only the bright LED on the board and in the power supply are visible and annoy me a little. Good product and worth the money!
Just upgraded my Node X, and the improvement is absolutely transformational. Connected directly to ATC SCM40a active speakers, every part of the performance has been improved. I cannot believe the level of realism that the upgrade has unlocked, and I cannot recommend this upgrade highly enough.
(N.B. As my children will confirm, I’m truly abysmal with anything practical / vaguely DIY related, but installation was completely painless. Undoing 9 screws and putting back 7 is even in my wheelhouse.
Après la lecture des différents avis sur les bénéfices d’une alimentation linéaire pour le Node N130 j’ai décidé de d’acheter le kit PD Creative.
Envoi rapide et emballage de qualité.
Avant même d’écouter le résultat la satisfaction est visible !
Le module PD Creative est infiniment plus qualitatif que celui d’origine.
Au niveau sonore le résultat est audible, et c’est du pur bonheur.
Merci beaucoup à PD Creative .
I installed the hole kit on my N130 one week ago. Wow! My Audio Physics Scorpio together with Primare pre 30 and Primare A 30.2 are blooming. I’m very satisfied with the upgrade. It’s worth every penny!
Klasse, schnell und sicher verpackt geliefert. Problemloser Umbau der Platine. Klangbild nach Einspielphase deutlich besser. Bass straffer, genauer, bessere Räumlichkeit und mehr Ruhe im Klangbild.
Just upgraded my Node N130 with the board and the linear PSU kit. The improvement is not subtle, it’s a night and day difference. It’s a significant upgrade of the internal DAC with a great improvement of soundstage, details, tight bass and blackness, even before the recommended burn-in hours. I can highly recommend this upgrade to the already decent N130 built-in DAC.
Tidal Master MQA streaming through Bluesound N130, built-in DAC RCA output feeding a Primaluna EVO100 Integrated tube amp powering Bowers & Wilkins 706 S2.
Po tej modyfikacji to jest zupełnie inny player niż ten wyciągnięty z pudełka. Nie spodziewałem się takiej przyjemności z odsłuchu, nie po tym jak zacząłem myśleć o ciułaniu pieniędzy na jakiś topowy streamer.
I received my Bluesound Node 2021 (gen.3) upgrade kit – super low noise PSU + interface yesterday. Payment and delivery via UPS were perfect.
Receiving the package, unpacking and installing took me about one hour. The install -manual is good and everything worked fine.
After switching on the upgraded unit, my first impression was a noticeable improve of overall clarity, definition and spationess.
I am using the Bluesond plugged in directly into an Ayon Crossfire II (MQA) or via digital output into a Naim NDX (as Roon – Bridge).
In my opinion the upgrade – kit is highly recommendable.
It is a noticeable improvement as soon as the music started to play. The upgrade worth every penny. The sound is much, much better now with much more details, bass precision is better, bigger and deeper soundstage. Highly recommend upgrade.
I upgraded my N130 three days ago. It took me just 15 minutes, thanks to the clear instructions.
Immediately the highs and mids were clearer and the bass was tighter. I listen digitally via coax. I expect the sound to improve further after the break-in period as described in the instructions.
A simple, cost-effective and highly recommended upgrade!
Installed and connected the linear power supply with some delay today. Excellent manual was included and it was ready in 15 minutes. Closing the lid is the biggest challenge. The results are impressive. Although not yet broken in, the gain is already noticeable, especially the higher registers gain in clarity, openness and transparency. The soundstage has become a bit bigger and can’t be big enough for me. Dynamics has taken another step in the right direction. Thanks guys for this great product and the speed delivery, especially for this price!!! So, now let’s look for an upgrade for the GX16 cable…..👍😉
I got so supriced by this upgrade kit.
This kit fixed all my issues with low bass. No i can finally enjoy my stereo to the fullest without issues.
The Node was the weakest link and now its perfect. This is just after 1 day of running.
Im assuming it will only get better.
Agrees to all the things mentioned on other reviews.
I can now hear details in songs that i dident hear before. It layers the music beautifully.
Node goes to external nos tube dac with spdif. Havent tried it without dac.
Afgeopen zondag en de kit vandaag (donderdag) ontvangen en s avonds geïnstalleerd, iets wat in 15 minuten te doen is. een uurtje op spanning te laten komen en luisteren maar op qobuz.
Wat een verandering gelijk. Meer diepte en ruimtelijker. Nu zo n 80 uur verder laten inbranden en het kan volgens mij, alleen nog maar beter worden. Top.
Bedankt voor de snelle levering
Mvg. Kees.
This is a great product, period :). Highly recommended. Customer service is great, responding to my inquiries on 1st of January 2023 even. All this equals to very happy client. Thank you PD Creative!
First Impressions:
Just upgraded my Node N130 with the linear PSU kit 3 days ago and I am amazed at the sound change – sound stage widened to encompass the whole room, clarity and dynamics are at another level, digital harshness and the plastic, congested sound of the Node are gone. No more fatigue during longer listening sessions, I can finally just lay down and enjoy the music without touching the EQ settings.
All abovementioned effects are noticed while streaming from Tidal to the Node using the RCA analogue out with Bluos tone controls off to RCA input of Edifier S3000 Pro active speakers. RCA interconnect used – YYTCG HIFI Dual Gold Plated RCA Signal Cable with 6N OCC Copper Core + 6N OCC silver plated nerve wire.
I have fitted the board and power supply and the sound is much much improved. Thanks for all your emails and very fast delivery. The only hiccup was when I plugged the power supply in, the red light on the back switch does not light up, but I found out that it’s supposed to be so it doesn’t shine like a street lamp.
Świetny upgrade. U mnie Bluesound podłączony jest do DAC. Dźwięk jest bardziej klarowny, zyskał precyzję oraz otwartość w każdym paśmie a w szególności zaskoczyły mnie niskie tony. Już nosiłem się z zamiarem zmiany kolumn ale teraz jestem zachwycony. Jeśli jesteś posiadaczem BN i szukasz ulepszenia w systemie to zamiast dawać naciągać się producentom kosmicznie drogich kabli, które nic nie wnoszą – kup sobie ten zajebiście dobry zestaw z zasilaczem liniowym. Dziękuję i pozdrawiam serdecznie.
You wouldnt think how much this upgrade impacts the sound, i know i didnt.
I just recieved and installed the upgrade (N130) and it just keeps getting better and better. Soundstage went from “guess there is a band, instruments and a singer somewhere” to “holy sh*t is this what i have been missing all this time?”.
Low end has more “umpf” and precision without taking over the overall sound, mids much more natural and accurrate and what i was craving and hoping for the most was getting the overwhelming harshness away from highs, check, also overall tonality and resolution has improved significantly.
Only 30min into playing with upgrade so im expecting things to only get better.
Save your thousands for new equipment, buy this.
Installation was easy, hardest part was putting the cover back on.
Thank you PD for effortless shopping experience and this superb product, you are doing an amazing job. 5/5 rating doesnt do justice.
Guys,
Purchased your kit using PayPal and it arrived as described, well packaged and with all the bits required to do the upgrade.
About 15 minutes later and the Bluesound Node 130 was plugged back into the DDC and then the DAC.
The sound is definitely better. The backgrounds are much blacker, and the separation and decay are more pronounced.
Great work guys, Thanks
Unverschämt gut…
Vorher klang die Musik harmonisch, aber zum Teil unaufgeräumt.
Rhythmisch viel besser jetzt.
Der Bass tiefer und präziser.
Alle Musiker werden präziser abgebildet.
Moby 18 Tidal Master.
Weich und zart die Stimme und soviele Details mehr…
Ich war drauf und dran den N130 wieder wegzugeben. Nun darfst du bleiben!
Meine Kef Meta freut sich und ich erst…
Geheimtip Lautsprecher hoch 100…
Vielen Dank an Kreativ!!!
Paket kam heute an, sehr gut verpackt mit übersichtlicher Bauanleitung und Messprotokoll der PSU. Nach ca. 20min war alles verbaut und der N130 wieder angeschlossen. Was soll ich sagen? Wow! Für jemanden, der es analytisch und klar in den Höhen mag ein Fest. Der Bass? Viel kontrollierter. Die Tiefenstaffelung hat sich eindeutig verbessert, die Breite der Bühne blieb etwa gleich. Alles, was mir vorher an meiner Anlage gefallen hat, wurde nochmals etwas besser.
Es brauchte eine Einspielzeit von ca. 1 Stunde bis der Klang runder wurde. Zumindest kam es mir so vor.
Nachdem ich bei Bestellung eher kritisch war, bin ich jetzt eindeutig positiv überrascht.
Um es kurz zu machen (wenn möglich):
Versand ging sehr schnell, die Ware war sicher verpackt. Montage des Netzteilboards war sehr gut beschrieben und total einfach. Geht sogar mit zwei linken Händen!
Zum Klang:
Man stelle sich vor, man wohnt im Industriegebiet und putzt seine Fenster zwei Jahre lang nicht (es soll tatsächlich solche Leute geben). Dan putzt man die Fenster und sieht da…. Genauso ist es mit dem neuen Netzteil. Alles ist sehr viel klarer, sauberer und strukturierter. Man kann wieder alles sehen (in dem Fall hören). Einfach klasse, das Geld ist gut angelegt! Danke Pawel
I have been very sceptical about streaming music and somewhat still is. My main listing comes from vinyl records and CD/SACD played through a well built system that aims to deliver music in a realistic way, mainly I listen to Classical music and Jazz.
Digital music beyond CD and SACD seemed to me a nonstarter particularly because this industry could not unify playback format, so many permutations that are not compatible with each other.
Recently it has become apparent that I would need to stream music, several recordings I would like to explore are on longer available expect in the used market at ridiculously high prices so I took a Qobuz plane and bought a Bluesound Node 3 to experiment, I new the Node will not ingrate well within my system but I need a datum point. The Node inbuilt DAC was miles away from the music made by my CD of the same recordings, listening to the Node via my DAC connected via USB improved the sound substantially but still no CD quality. 100 hours later on the Node sound has further improved.
I came across PD Creative linear power supply through Hans Beekhuyzen YouTube Channel , I placed an order and 48 hours later delivery to London, went through the installation and powered up, what an immediate revelation this was, nothing subtle, a major improvement in the lower and middle frequencies and some improvement in the highs. The sound stage has improved but most of all in the vocals, a very recent release of Fatma Said’s Kaleidoscope recital was so interesting, track one places her in the middle of the room but as she sang she was moving her head form left to right I could not believe that the Node powered up by the PD PSU could deliver this so accurately considering the cost is £250.00 including tax and delivery.
A highly recommended PSU if you have a Node ora bought to venture into one I highly recommend you have a close look at this Power Supply.
I recently purchased a new Bluesound N130. I instantly hated it from the onset. It sounded thin and harsh. The highs were off the scale and much too prominent. The sound stage was closed and compressed. 4 days later I bought the top end PD creative upgrade kit. It arrive into Australia extremely quickly, with thanks. Installation was very easy. The hardest part was getting the bluesound closed again. I had very high expectations after the upgrade.
Initially all that happened is that I got more of the same, a pretty horrible sound. I left the bluesound playing for nearly 2 weeks. I even approached PD creative about the horrible sound issues. They encouraged me to keep playing and burning the unit in. It took probably around 90 hours but my sound has gone from harsh and horrible to wonderful.
The sound and scale now is very wide, large, warm and open. The harshness has disappeared completely and I’m left with a very organic sound which is very much to my taste. I use a Bryston DAC but even the analogue out of the bluesound is very acceptable and at times even more natural than the exteranl Dac. I have heard a massive difference on all inputs and outputs. I run xlr, optical and rca out of the Bluesound. I’m most grateful and appreciative of PD Creative’s willingness to exchange the equipment if needed. NO need now! I thoroughly recommend this upgrade and I am an exceptionally hard person to please when it comes to my sound.
The description of the change to the sound as ‘significant’ is an understatement in my opinion.
This kit raises the performance level such that any fatiguing effects are now gone, resolution and detail are lifted to a whole new level and the dynamics are improved – all at the same time!
Highly recommended based upon my purchasing experience.
Want to thank you once again, a great upgrade! Well packed, perfectly built a great instruction and pro measurements!
I wasnt really able to notice any improvement of internal DAC, but with spdif connected DAC sonic improvements of your upgrade are game changing.
Recently bought a dCS Bridge had a chance to compare, and with your upgrade Bluesound sounds almost like 10x more expensive source. Would be great to upgrade clock probably to catch up the bridge, but no-one selling kits 😉