Bluesound Node Icon Wireless Music Streamer Key Features:
- Dual-mono DAC design with 2 x ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M DAC
- THX AAA™ headphone amplifier technology with 2 x 1/4" jacks for cable management
- High-quality balanced XLR outputs
- HDMI eARC, optical, analog and USB-C inputs
- RCA, coax, optical, USB outputs
- Apple AirPlay 2 and aptX Adaptive Bluetooth will be available with future update
- Dirac Live Ready*
- Beautiful 5” full-colour HD display and backlit touch panel with presets and controls
Product Description:
The NODE ICON is a high-end wireless music streamer crafted for true audio enthusiasts. Its elegant aluminum body and vivid 5-inch full-color display establish a new standard in wireless streaming devices. Designed for effortless integration, it connects smoothly with premium amplifiers, powered speakers, or headphones, delivering high-resolution streaming via BluOS, Apple AirPlay 2, and the advanced THX AAA™ technology. Features like HDMI eARC, Dolby Digital support, and Dirac Live* further elevate both music and TV listening, creating a fully immersive audio experience.
From Iconic to Icon
The NODE ICON revolutionizes HiFi audio with its meticulously engineered Dual-Mono DAC architecture. Equipped with two state-of-the-art ESS SABRE ES9039Q2M DACs and a clean, transparent circuit design, it offers exceptional sound quality marked by outstanding dynamic range, minimal distortion, and remarkable clarity. Enhanced by MQA Labs' innovative QRONO d2a technology, the NODE ICON corrects timing inaccuracies during digital-to-analog conversion, ensuring precise timing that faithfully mirrors the original recording, delivering a truly authentic listening experience.
Beautifully Designed for the Audio Obsessed
The NODE ICON boasts a striking industrial design, tailored for the next evolution of HiFi audio. Encased in a premium aluminum chassis, it includes balanced XLR outputs and a stunning 5-inch full-color HD display, all wrapped in a sleek gloss black finish that complements any audio setup. Built with audiophile-level connections for optimal performance, it also supports DSD playback. The inclusion of the latest ES9826 SABRE ADC ensures pristine, true-to-source analog audio reproduction, with minimal noise and distortion, elevating the listening experience to new heights.
Stream Everything
The NODE ICON allows access to virtually all music ever recorded, whether from popular streaming services or personal digital libraries, all conveniently managed through the BluOS app. With built-in Apple AirPlay 2 and aptX™ Adaptive Bluetooth*, users can stream music from an even broader range of apps and services. The inclusion of HDMI eARC enables seamless connection to your TV, integrating high-resolution music streaming into movie watching and gaming, all with the simplicity of a single cable.
Go Beyond the HiFi System
The NODE ICON wirelessly integrates with Bluesound speakers and stereo components to form a seamless multi-room music system, all connected through BluOS™. With dual-band Wi-Fi ensuring uninterrupted playback, users can enjoy their favorite tracks throughout the entire home or play different music in each room. Complete control is at your fingertips via phone, tablet, or desktop, offering a flexible and personalized listening experience.
World’s Best Headphone Amplifier Technology
The NODE ICON delivers lifelike headphone listening through THX AAA™ technology, renowned for offering the world’s most linear response in a headphone amplifier. Its patented feed-forward error correction minimizes noise and distortion, unveiling a soundstage of remarkable depth and clarity. Simply connect high-performance headphones to either the left or right full-sized 1/4" headphone jacks, and enjoy a flawless audiophile experience without complication or compromise.
Smart Acoustics
The NODE ICON is equipped to tackle poor room acoustics using Dirac Live*, available as an upgrade from Dirac. With the Dirac app, users can measure their room’s acoustic environment and correct issues like standing waves, reverberations, and other distortions. The outcome is precise, balanced, and detailed sound, enhancing both music and movie audio experiences. To complete the setup, a calibration kit, including a high-sensitivity microphone, can be purchased separately from Bluesound.
*This feature will be accessible through a future software update.
Specifications:
Audio
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Supported Audio File Formats
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MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC, OPUS
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Native Sampling Rates
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up to 192 kHz
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Signal-to-Noise Ratio
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TBD
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Supported High-Quality Audio File Formats
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FLAC, MQA, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS
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Bit Depth
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16-24
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Distortion
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TBD
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DSD Support
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DSD256
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Audio Controls & EQ
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BluOS Controller App
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Headphone Continuous Output Power
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160mW, 16Ω / 230mW, 32Ω / 53mW, 250Ω / 22mW, 600Ω
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Supported Multi-Channel Audio Formats
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Dolby Digital®
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DAC
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ESS ES9039Q2M x2
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Software & Integrations
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Operating System
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BluOS
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Supported Network File Sharing
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Server Message Block (SMB) up to 200,000 files
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3rd-Party Integrations
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AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready, Dirac Live Ready
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App Controller Operating System
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iOS, Android, Windows, macOS
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Album Art Supported
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JPG, PNG
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Control System Integrations
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Crestron, Control4, RTI, ELAN, URC, Lutron
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Processor
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ARM® Cortex™ -A53, Quad-Core, 1.8GHz per core
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Music Services & Internet Radio
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23+ Music Services, Internet Radio
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Voice Control Integrations
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Amazon Alexa Skills
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Connections
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Power Supply
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Universal bi-pin AC cord input (100-240AC)
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IR Input
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3.5mm Jack
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Audio Output
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Analog RCA Stereo with Fixed option; Balanced XLR Stereo with Fixed option; USB Audio 2.0 (Type A)
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Ethernet/LAN
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Ethernet RJ45, Gigabit 1000 Mbps
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Optical/Analog Input
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Toslink Optical, RCA Analog
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Coaxial Output
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RCA
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Wi-Fi Built In
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Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual-band
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HDMI Input
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HDMI eARC
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Optical Output
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TOSLINK digital optical
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Bluetooth Quality
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Bluetooth 5.2 aptX Adaptive
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USB IN
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Type A (Fat32 Formatted) - External Storage only; Local Server Mode
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Trigger Out
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12 Volt
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Bluetooth Connectivity
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Two-Way (transmit & receive)
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USB (other)
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USB Type C (PC input)
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Headphone Output
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6.3mm/1/4" Stereo x2; Bluetooth
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IR Optical Built In
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IR Sensor Built In - front panel with IR Remote Learning
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Subwoofer Output
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RCA x 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+
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User Interface & Control
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Status Indicator
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LED
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Previous/Next Track Buttons
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Touch LED
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Display
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5" Non-touch display
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Play/Pause Button
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Touch LED
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Preset Buttons
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Touch LED x 5
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Volume Control Buttons
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Touch Slider LED
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Proximity Sensor
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Yes
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General
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Finish
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Black: Anodized Aluminum
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Version
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N530
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Included Accessories
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• 120V AC Power Cord
• 230V AC Power Cord
• Ethernet Cable
• Stereo RCA to RCA Cable
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Operating Environment
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0°C to 40°C
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Storage Environment
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-10°C to 50°C, 20% to 80% relative humidity
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Dimensions and Weight:
Overall - 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)*
Product Weight - 2.23 kg / 4.92 lbs*
*Non-metric measurements are approximate.
Warranty Information:
Warranty - 1 Year
Documents:
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