Blue Node 2i connection to amplifier??

[gisgillen]

Hi! Not been here for a while. My question concerns the Blue Node 2i streamer, and basically how to connect it. I have a basic system, Cambridge Audio 651A amp and the 651C CD player. A Rega Planar 2 deck and Bowers and Wilkins 606 S2 speakers. All magically connected so that my Samsung telly also plays through it all. The telly has a one box connection which is great, but I wouldn't have a clue myself how to set it all up, it`s simply been done and works!
Could I simply connect the Blue Node to the amp using the RCA plugs, is it as easy as that?
AND would I benefit from a streamer as I use Spotify via the telly, and it works fine.
Many thanks and a Happy Christmas to all of you.

 

[nopiano]

Have you got the manual for your Bluesound?

You should be able to connect in a similar way to your CD player - as an analogue source into an Aux or CD line level input on your amp. According to the WHF review it has five inputs (no digital inputs except USB for a laptop) so if my maths is correct you should have several spare inputs. So, yes, as simple as you say!

You can decide for yourself if you find the sound better than via the TV and/or how you find the Bluesound app for managing your Spotify account.

 

[gisgillen]

Ok, thank you for that. I don`t have the manual, but did have a look. I do have an RCA connection place, yes. I could get a second hand one for €200 but no possibility to try first. I`m not tech savy, so I need to think. Many thanks.
PS there are five inputs, if interested 1) is for the record player 2) the telly 3) empty 4) CD and 5) DVD.
Sorry to be a simpleton! but if I were to buy one, would I simply use input number 3??? and then use my phone as the remote?
Is it really that simple?

 

[Al ears]

Ok, thank you for that. I don`t have the manual, but did have a look. I do have an RCA connection place, yes. I could get a second hand one for €200 but no possibility to try first. I`m not tech savy, so I need to think. Many thanks.
PS there are five inputs, if interested 1) is for the record player 2) the telly 3) empty 4) CD and 5) DVD.
Sorry to be a simpleton! but if I were to buy one, would I simply use input number 3??? and then use my phone as the remote?
Is it really that simple?

Yes.

 

[nads]

There is a good chance you could use the USB out on the node to the USB in on your amp.
Check with Bluesound for compatibility.

 

[gisgillen]

Thanks for your replies. I am very grateful......I live in Finland, and the `yes´ reply tickled me. Finns are known for their direct answers. `Yes´ hit it on the nail!!!

 

[Al ears]

Thanks for your replies. I am very grateful......I live in Finland, and the `yes´ reply tickled me. Finns are known for their direct answers. `Yes´ hit it on the nail!!!

Keep it simple is my motto unlike some members who need to write a rambling essay to get to the point....
(I feel for the moderators who have to read it all)