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Network audio player - Hi-Res Audio - MQA - Dual DAC ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M 24 bits/192 kHz - Wi-Fi/Bluetooth 5.2/Ethernet - Multiroom - AirPlay 2 - HDMI eARC.
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The NODE ICON is Bluesound's flagship network audio player. Hi-Res Audio certified, equipped with a top-of-the-range ESS Sabre dual DAC and a dedicated THX AAA headphone amplifier, the NODE ICON has been specially designed for audio enthusiasts.
Network audio player - Hi-Res Audio - MQA - Dual DAC ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M 24 bits/192 kHz - Wi-Fi/Bluetooth 5.2/Ethernet - Multiroom - AirPlay 2 - HDMI eARC.
The benchmark network audio player from Bluesound
The NODE ICON is Bluesound's flagship network audio player. Hi-Res Audio certified, equipped with a top-of-the-range ESS Sabre dual DAC and a dedicated THX AAA headphone amplifier, the NODE ICON has been specially designed for audio enthusiasts. With its elegant aluminium chassis and brilliant 5" colour display, it sets a new benchmark for wireless music streamers. Connect it seamlessly to any amplifier, powered speakers or high-end headphones and enjoy high-resolution streaming. With just a few clicks on theBluOS Controller app, available for iOS, Android, Mac and PC, you can explore virtually unlimited music collections, from hundreds of internet radio stations to dozens of streaming services and your own digital music library. Dirac Live compatible, it guarantees a new immersive audio experience for music and TV.
Hi-Res Audio experience
The NODE ICON redefines Hi-Fi listening thanks to the design of its dual Sabre DAC engineered by the experts at ESS. Hi-Res Audio certified, it delivers sound with unrivalled dynamic range, ultra-low distortion and exceptional resolution. MQA Labs' revolutionary QRONO d2a technology further refines the DAC's performance by correcting timing errors during digital-to-analogue conversion, ensuring that the time response aligns perfectly with the original recording for an authentic listening experience.
Boasting a superb, bold industrial design, the NODE ICON is built around a high-quality aluminium chassis. It features balanced XLR outputs and a magnificent 5" HD colour display. Its elegant gloss black finish blends perfectly into any Hi-Fi setup, while audiophile-quality connections guarantee superior performance. Supporting DSD playback, it features the latest SABRE ES9826 ADC, which delivers true-to-source analogue sound with minimal noise or distortion.
Intense excitement with all popular streaming services
Stream all the music you love in the best possible way with NODE ICON. Enjoy popular streaming services and your personal digital libraries, all accessible via theBluOS application. With dual-band Wi-Fi, integrated Apple AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth aptX Adaptive, you won't be limited by anything. Inside, the NODE ICON is equipped with a state-of-the-art 1.8 GHz quad-core ARM Cortex A53 processor and a top-of-the-range ESS Sabre D/A converter that supports 24-bit/192 kHz audio processing, as well asa top-of-the-range headphone amplifier, driven by THX AAA technology , and two 6.35 mm headphone sockets for an uncompromising wired headphone listening experience.
Simple, natural integration
Bring music into your NODE ICON using the HDMI eARC input, Wi-Fi, Ethernet connection, AirPlay 2, two-way Bluetooth aptX or USB.Listening to audio content from streaming services, TV and your own music library has never been so good.
Listen to your music on your Hi-Fi system or with wired or wireless headphones, connecting to RCA, optical TOSLINK, Bluetooth aptX HD, 6.5 mm, Apple or other Bluesound or BluOS players.
Dirac specialises in digital sound optimisation solutions. The NODE ICON has been designed to work with Dirac Live (available as an upgrade directly from Dirac). Use the Dirac Live application to measure the acoustics of your room and eliminate standing waves, reverberations and other unwanted distortions. The result is clear, balanced and detailed sound for all your favourite music and film soundtracks. A calibration kit with a high-sensitivity microphone is also required (sold separately).
Key features :
- Hi-Res Audio network player
- ARM Cortex A53 Quad-Core 1.8 GHz processor
- Dual ESS Sabre 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Fi DACs
- Compatible with 24-bit/192 kHz audio processing and MQA
- Network: Wi-Fi AC Dual Band, Bluetooth 5.2 aptX (bidirectional), Gigabit Ethernet
- Multiroom function with BluOS and AirPlay 2
- Spotify Connect, Apple Music, Deezer, Amazon Music, Qobuz, TIDAL Connect, Internet Radio
- Compatible with Siri, Alexa and Google Assistant voice assistants
- HDMI eARC input
- Digital, optical and analogue inputs and outputs
- 5" HD colour display (non-touch)
- Superb, elegant aluminium chassis
Select your criteria
General information |
Product name |
Bluesound Node Icon. |
Brand |
Bluesound | |
Model |
N530 | |
Main characteristics |
Audio server type |
Network player |
Wireless |
Yes | |
Supported audio format(s) |
AIFF | |
| FLAC | ||
| MQA | ||
| OGG Vorbis | ||
| Opus | ||
| WAV | ||
| AAC | ||
| MP3 | ||
| WMA | ||
| WMA Lossless | ||
Interface with the computer |
Ethernet - RJ45 Female | |
| Wi-Fi | ||
D/A converter |
24 bits / 192 kHz | |
Remote control |
No | |
Network |
Network standard(s) |
10/100/1000 Mbps |
Wireless network standard(s) |
Wi-Fi AC | |
| Bluetooth 5.2 | ||
DLNA certification |
Yes | |
AirPlay certification |
Yes | |
AirPlay 2 |
Yes | |
Screen |
LCD screen |
No |
Touch screen |
No | |
Color display |
No | |
Connectivity |
Audio outputs |
2 X Audio stereo (2x RCA Female) |
| 1 X Subwoofer (1x RCA) | ||
| 1 X Digital audio S/PDIF Optical | ||
| 2 X 6.35mm Jack Female Stereo | ||
| 1 X Coaxial S/PDIF digital audio | ||
Audio input |
1 X Digital audio S/PDIF Optical | |
| 1 X HDMI Female | ||
Additional connector(s) |
Trigger 12V | |
| 2 X USB Type A Female | ||
| 1 X USB Type C | ||
Physical characteristics |
Color |
Black |
Width |
220 mm | |
Height |
84 mm | |
Depth |
193 mm | |
Weight |
2.23 kg | |
Warranties |
Commercial warranty |
Seller 3 years |
Legal warranty |
See terms & conditions |
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Product referenced on 13 Dec 2024
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