Spice Up your Bluesound NODE! Sbooster Node Power Modification 

Please note: before you put in the Sbooster AIB board, you need to take out the protective stuff for the normal PSU first. We didn't do that. It fits, but it's a bit tight.

A friend of mine was just here with the node and the booster. I’ve tried so many high end DACs and preamps to improve sound. But they did not produce what I was looking for. I could not believe my ears as we hooked up the node and the Booster. Unbelievable left me speechless. Just try it I am not exaggerating. Fantastic upgrade beyond my expectations.

I upgraded my Node 2 with the a kit from the folks that used to sell Denafrips. And use the much less expensive linear power supply with that.. and I’m very very happy with the sound I would imagine the Sbooster would sound a lot better. But the sound quality improvement is very impressive.

Ruim een uur geleden mijn Node N130 voorzien van de Sbooster AIB en aangesloten op de BOTW voeding. Klinkt echt meteen al veel beter! Soundstage, detail en bas enorm verbeterd. Aanrader dit!

Thank you @AlphaAudio for the informative video! Have you heard of PD Creative power supplies for the Bluesound Node 130? I have also upgraded my Bluesound Node 130 with a PD Creative power supply, and the sound of the internal DAC improved immediately. However, the real benefits are even more noticeable when the Bluesound Node is used only as a streamer to an external DAC. I would be interested in seeing your next video where you test your upgraded Node and analyze the sound quality changes. 👍🙂

I have the Upgrade on my Node X... it's a huge step up!

Really opening first time is nightmare. They should do better design. Sound is very good with this upgrade.

This whole DAC and Streaming world is new to me but it seems the difference with all these devices and mods are hardly worth the trouble. Read to many times where groups of friends sit and compare 5 different DAC’s ranging in price on a revealing system and come away not hearing much or any difference. I thought people’s obsession with turntables and cartridges were over the top but this Streamer/DAC world is far worse in my opinion. 🤓

One of these days I'll get around to do this.

5 weeks later and little was noted for the cost of this kit. Other alternatives are available for 200 bucks less. I dedicated 2 channel DAC will bring you a more solid upgrade

I suspect I would not hear a difference given I’m using the Node as a streaming transport. $1,200 AUD doesn’t seem worth it in that situation. I notice on their website the sbooster input is 230 volts which seems a bit strange given I think it comes from Canada or the U.S. which is I think 120 volts. Correction, it appears to be made in Bulgaria which uses 230 / 240 volts. I presume it’s compatible with lower voltage inputs so it’s designed for a maximum input voltage.

How did you get the board? I have my sbooster connected with the LHY board for now but cant wait to get the Sbooster board.

Thanks Jaap,,👍🌟‍‍👍‍‍

Is het voedingsprintje, dat in de Node gaat, inbegrepen bij de Sbooster set? En is die type gericht, dwz speciaal voor de Node N130? Bedankt 👍

How about Node 2i?

I converted a Bluesound and it completely eliminated a low level buz which I assumed was a function of my valve amp

Thank you for the informative video. Do you guys sell and install the modification (including the sBooster) on my Blusound Node 2? Alternatively, I have very good experience with Farad LPS on my Pathos Aurium headphone amp. Does the modification support Farad 3 LSP as well?

Can you use this for the bluesound node 2i also ?

Does it matter how you connect the sbooster with those 2 pins?

Hi. Thanks for the video... I am a bit scared of doing the change and breaking the plastic nobs. My plan is to use a external dac mytek broolyin with sbooster and instead of node as streamer ..wiim pro streaming with sbooster as power. This might be cheaper and less risky.... sound quality wise..which will work best? Simllar? Thks

Can I place the Node on top of the power supply or should I keep it distanced away from it? I’m a little limited on space.

Weird, when I click on the link I don't see the power supply. You should take us directly to the item you are talking about

good day isotek v5 aquarius It does the job

Can the power supply be upgrade to a AudioQuest NRG-Y3 Power Cable?

How long would you say the burn in period is for the board? I just installed it and it sounds really smooth, I really like the sound.

This shouldn’t be done by the customer. The manufacturer should charge 20 bucks more for the BlueSound, put the decent power supply in (I mean REALLY put it in!) … and be done.

Is this possible to install to Bluesound Vault?

you screwed it / well!

Too expensive

Schiit.. The belly button is bigger than the stomach. Everyone, don't buy the bluesound node.