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Reference Music Streamer
The NODE ICON is the reference for wireless hi-res multi-room streamers.
The NODE ICON is a top-tier wireless music streamer crafted for audiohphiles. Featuring a stylish aluminum body and a vivid 5-inch full-color display, it raises the bar for wireless streaming devices. Effortlessly pair it with high-end amplifiers, powered speakers, or headphones to enjoy BluOS high-resolution streaming, Apple AirPlay 2, THX AAA™ technology, and more. With HDMI eARC, Dolby Digital, and Dirac Live support, it delivers a rich and immersive audio experience for both music and TV.
FROM ICONIC TO ICON
The NODE ICON takes HiFi listening to the next level with its advanced Dual-Mono DAC architecture. Equipped with two state-of-the-art ESS SABRE ES9039Q2M DACs and precise circuitry, it delivers extraordinary dynamic range, ultra-low distortion, and remarkable clarity. MQA Labs’ innovative QRONO d2a technology further enhances DAC performance by fixing timing errors during digital-to-analog conversion, ensuring perfect timing for a truly authentic audio experience.
BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED FOR AUDIOPHILES
Boasting bold, next-gen industrial design, the NODE ICON features a premium aluminum chassis, balanced XLR outputs, and a stunning 5-inch full-color HD display. Its sleek gloss black finish fits seamlessly into any setup, while high-end connections guarantee top-tier performance. Supporting DSD playback, it includes the latest ES9826 SABRE ADC for true-to-source analog audio with minimal noise and distortion.
STREAM ALL YOUR FAVOURITES
With the NODE ICON, you can stream all your music, from major streaming services to personal digital libraries, all via the BluOS app. Featuring Apple AirPlay 2 and aptX™ Adaptive Bluetooth*, you have access to even more apps and services. Plus, HDMI eARC lets you connect directly to your TV, integrating high-res music streaming into your movie and gaming experience with a single cable.
EXPAND BEYOND THE HIFI SYSTEM
The NODE ICON wirelessly connects to Bluesound speakers and stereo components, allowing you to create a whole-home music system powered by BluOS™. Dual-band Wi-Fi ensures uninterrupted listening, whether you want to sync the same track throughout your home or play different music in different rooms, all controlled from your phone, tablet, or desktop.
WORLD-CLASS HEADPHONE AMPLIFICATION
Experience lifelike headphone listening with THX AAA™ technology, known for its industry-leading linear response. Its patented feed-forward error correction ensures extremely low noise and distortion, delivering exceptional soundstage and clarity. Simply connect your high-performance headphones to the left or right full-sized 1/4" headphone jacks for uncompromised audiophile-grade sound.
SMART ACOUSTICS
The NODE ICON is equipped to tackle challenging room acoustics with Dirac Live*, available as a future upgrade. Dirac’s app measures your room’s acoustics, correcting issues like standing waves and reverberation for clear, balanced sound in your music and movies. A calibration kit with a high-sensitivity microphone, available separately from Bluesound, is required.
*Available via a future software upgrade.
SPECIFICATIONS
AUDIO
Supported Audio File Formats:
MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC, OPUS
Supported High-Quality Audio File Formats:
FLAC, MQA, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS
DSD Support:
DSD256
Supported Multi-Channel Audio Formats:
Dolby Digital®
Native Sampling Rates:
up to 192 kHz
Bit Depth:
16-24
Audio Controls & EQ:
BluOS Controller App
DAC:
ESS ES9039Q2M x2
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
TBD
Distortion:
TBD
Headphone Continuous Output Power (THD<0.1%):
160mW, 16Ω
230mW, 32Ω
53mW, 250Ω
22mW, 600Ω
SOFTWARE & INTEGRATIONS
Operating System:
BluOS
App Controller Operating System:
iOS, Android, Windows, macOS
Processor:
ARM® Cortex™ -A53, Quad-Core, 1.8GHz per core
Supported Network File Sharing:
Server Message Block (SMB) up to 200,000 files
Album Art Supported:
JPG, PNG
Music Services & Internet Radio:
23+ Music Services
Internet Radio
3rd-Party Integrations:
AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready, Dirac Live Ready
Control System Integrations:
Crestron, Control4, RTI, ELAN, URC, Lutron
Voice Control Integrations:
Amazon Alexa Skills
CONNECTIONS
Power Supply:
Universal bi-pin AC cord input (100-240AC)
Ethernet/LAN:
Ethernet RJ45, Gigabit 1000 Mbps
Wi-Fi Built In:
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual-band
Bluetooth Quality:
Bluetooth 5.2 aptX Adaptive
Bluetooth Connectivity:
Two-Way (transmit & receive)
IR Optical Built In:
IR Sensor Built In - front panel with IR Remote Learning
IR Input:
3.5mm Jack
Optical/Analog Input:
Toslink Optical, RCA Analog
HDMI Input:
HDMI eARC
USB IN:
Type A (Fat32 Formatted) - External Storage only; Local Server Mode
USB (other):
USB Type C (PC input)
Audio Output:
Analog RCA Stereo with Fixed option; Balanced XLR Stereo with Fixed option; USB Audio 2.0 (Type A)
Coaxial Output:
RCA
Optical Output:
TOSLINK digital optical
Trigger Out:
12 Volt
Headphone Output:
6.3mm/1/4" Stereo x2; Bluetooth
Subwoofer Output:
RCA x 1; Wireless to PULSE SUB+
USER INTERFACE & CONTROL
Status Indicator:
LED
Play/Pause Button:
Touch LED
Volume Control Buttons:
Touch Slider LED
Previous/Next Track Buttons:
Touch LED
Preset Buttons:
Touch LED x 5
Proximity Sensor:
Yes
Display:
5" Non-touch display
GENERAL
Finish:
Black: Anodized Aluminum
Storage Environment:
-10°C to 50°C, 20% to 80% relative humidity
Operating Environment:
0°C to 40°C
Version:
N530
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)*
*Non-metric measurements are approximate.
Included Accessories:
• 120V AC Power Cord
• 230V AC Power Cord
• Ethernet Cable
• Stereo RCA to RCA Cable
