Bluesound Node Icon Reference Music Streamer

Description

Bluesound Node Icon Reference Music Streamer

The NODE ICON is Bluesound's flagship music streamer. With its sleek aluminium chassis, and vibrant 5” full-colour display, it sets a new benchmark for wireless music streamers. Seamlessly connect it to any premium amplifier, powered speakers, or headphones, and enjoy BluOS hi-res streaming, Apple AirPlay 2, THX AAA™ technology, and more. HDMI eARC, Dolby Digital, and Dirac Live ensure an immersive audio experience for music and TV.

Cutting Edge ESS SABRE DAC

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.

Premium Design and Build

With a modern industrial design, the NODE ICON features a high-quality aluminium 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 analogue audio with minimal noise or distortion.

Comprehensive Streaming

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. Wit 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

Audiophile Headphone Amplifier

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. 

Optional Dirac Live Room Correction

The NODE ICON supports Dirac Live, a leading room correction technology. Advanced software (sold separately) analyses the acoustic properties of your listening room and eliminates standing waves, reverberations, and other unwanted distortions to deliver the most accurate, lifelike sound possible.

*Room calibration kit required which is sold separately. Requires a Windows® or Mac® laptop computer with internet access.

Key Features:

• Dual-mono DAC design with 2 x ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M DAC
• High-quality balanced XLR outputs
• THX AAA™ headphone amplifier technology with dual 1/4" jacks for cable management
• Beautiful 5” full-colour HD display
• HDMI eARC, optical, analog and USB-C audio inputs
• RCA, optical, coaxial, and USB audio outputs
• Room correction with Dirac Live Ready
• DSD playback
• Works with AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, and TIDAL Connect
• Roon Ready
• Five programmable quick-touch presets and proximity-sensing controls