Bluesound Powernode Edge

Simple, small, can be placed anywhere. This the new Bluesound Powernode EDGE, EISA winner as the best “compact streaming amplifer” for this year. Key features are: its compactness (it can also be installed on the wall with the supplied bracket), a stable and very well-designed app with a really efficient ecosystem, and an HDMI ARC input that allows it easy connectivity with TVs.

Not too powerful, but equipped with a subwoofer output, it showed some limitations in driving, although it manages quite easily to dominate small, high-efficiency speakers. It is the ideal solution for second systems or for sounding out a television set in a decidedly qualitative way. Compatibility is guaranteed with any streaming service, and it is Roon compliant and has Bluetooth connectivity.

Value for money is undoubtedly on its side, given the just under €700 needed to buy it.