Bluesound Node Icon – Music Streamer

From Iconic to Icon
The NODE ICON redefines HiFi listening with its expertly crafted Dual-Mono DAC design. Featuring two cutting-edge ESS SABRE ES9039Q2M DACs and transparent circuitry, it delivers sound with unparalleled dynamic range, ultra-low distortion, and exceptional resolution. MQA Labs' groundbreaking QRONO d2a technology further refines DAC performance by correcting timing errors during digital-to-analogue conversion, ensuring the timing response aligns perfectly with the original recording for an authentic listening experience.

Beautifully Designed for the Audio Obsessed
With a bold industrial design for the next generation of HiFi, the NODE ICON features a high-quality aluminum chassis, balanced XLR outputs, and a beautiful 5” full-colour HD display. Its sleek gloss black finish integrates seamlessly into any setup, while audiophile-grade connections ensure superior performance. Supporting DSD playback, it features the latest ES9826 SABRE ADC, delivering true-to-source analog audio with minimal noise or distortion.

Stream Everything
Stream all the music ever recorded with the NODE ICON, from popular streaming services to your personal digital libraries, all accessible through the BluOS app. With built-in Apple AirPlay 2 and aptX™ Adaptive Bluetooth*, enjoy more music from even more apps and services. HDMI eARC lets you connect seamlessly to your TV, bringing hi-res music streaming into your movie and gaming experiences, all with just a single cable.

Go Beyond the Hifi System
The NODE ICON can wirelessly connect to Bluesound speakers and stereo components to create a multi-room music system connected by BluOS™ throughout your whole home. With dual-band Wi-Fi for dropout free listening, you can play your new favorite track everywhere or listen to different music and genres in different rooms with total control from your phone, tablet, or desktop.

World Class Headphone Amplifier Technology
Lifelike headphone listening is made possible by THX AAA™ technology, the headphone amplifier that boasts the world's most linear response. Its patented feed-forward error correction results in remarkably low noise and distortion, revealing exceptional soundstage and clarity. Connect your high-performance headphones to the left or right full-sized 1/4" headphone jacks and enjoy audiophile listening without fuss or compromise.

Smart Acoustics
The NODE ICON comes ready to intelligently fight bad room acoustics with Dirac Live*, available as an upgrade directly from Dirac. Use Dirac's app to measure your room acoustics and eliminate standing waves, reverberations, and other unwanted distortions. The result is clear, balanced, and detailed sound for your music and movie soundtracks. A calibration kit with a high-sensitivity microphone is also required and available from Bluesound with additional purchase.

Details & Specifications

Supported Audio File Formats: MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC, OPUS
Native Sampling Rates: up to 192 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: -129dB (XLR) -121dB (RCA)
Supported High-Quality Audio File Formats: FLAC, MQA, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS
Bit Depth: 16-24
Distortion: THD+N, 0.0004%
DSD Support: DSD256
Audio Controls & EQ: BluOS Controller App
Headphone Continuous Output Power (THD<0.1%): 150mW, 16Ω / 235mW, 32Ω / 56mW, 250Ω / 23mW, 600Ω
Supported Multi-Channel Audio Formats: Dolby Digital®
DAC: ESS ES9039Q2M x2
Operating System: BluOS
Supported Network File Sharing: Server Message Block (SMB) up to 200,000 files
3rd-Party Integrations: AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready, Dirac Live Ready
App Controller Operating System: iOS, Android, Windows, macOS
Album Art Supported: JPG, PNG
Control System Integrations: Crestron, Control4, RTI, ELAN, URC, Lutron
Processor: ARM® Cortex™ -A53, Quad-Core, 1.8GHz per core
Music Services: Music Services
Internet Radio: Internet Radio
Voice Control Integrations: Amazon Alexa Skills
Power Supply: Universal bi-pin AC cord input (100-240AC)
IR Input: 3.5mm Jack
Audio Output: Analog RCA Stereo with Fixed option; Balanced XLR Stereo with Fixed option; USB Audio 2.0 (Type A)
Ethernet/LAN: Ethernet RJ45, Gigabit 1000 Mbps
Optical/Analog Input: Toslink Optical, RCA Analog
Coaxial Output: RCA
Wi-Fi Built In: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual-band
HDMI Input: HDMI eARC
Optical Output: TOSLINK digital optical
Bluetooth Quality: Bluetooth 5.2 aptX Adaptive
USB IN: Type A (Fat32 Formatted) - External Storage only; Local Server Mode
Trigger Out: 12 Volt
Bluetooth Connectivity: Two-Way (transmit & receive)
USB (other): USB Type C (PC input)
Headphone Output: 6.3mm/1/4" Stereo x2; Bluetooth
IR Optical Built In: IR Sensor Built In - front panel with IR Remote Learning
Subwoofer Output: RCA x 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+
Status Indicator: LED
Previous/Next Track Buttons: Touch LED
Display: 5" Non-touch display
Play/Pause Button: Touch LED
Preset Buttons: Touch LED x 5
Volume Control Buttons: Touch Slider LED
Proximity Sensor: Yes
Finish: Black: Anodized Aluminum
Version: N530
Included Accessories: 120V AC Power Cord, 230V AC Power Cord, Ethernet Cable, Stereo RCA to RCA Cable
Storage Environment: -10°C to 50°C, 20% to 80% relative humidity
Product Dimensions: 220 x 84 x 193 mm (W x H x D) 8.7 x 3.3 x 7.6 in (W x H x D)*
Weight: 2.23 kg/4.92 lbs
Operating Environment: 0°C to 40°C

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