Bluesound Node Icon Reference Music Streamer
The NODE ICON is a flagship wireless music streamer, designed for the audio obsessed. With its sleek aluminum chassis, and vibrant 5” full-color 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.
- 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*
- Dirac Live Ready*
- Beautiful 5” full-colour HD display and backlit touch panel with presets and controls
*Available via future software update
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-color 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'S BEST 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.
*Available via a future software upgrade.
Specs
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
Brand
Bluesound
Model
Node Icon
Warranty
1 Year
Weight (lbs)
4.92
USB Input
Yes
RCA/XLR Input
YES / NO
Optical Digital Input
1
Coaxial Digital Input
0
HDMI Input
1
Subwoofer Output
1
RCA/XLR Output
YES / YES
DAC
2 x ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M
Signal to Noise Ratio (dB)
121
Total Harmonic Distortion
0.0004% + N
Apply Airplay
Yes
Chromecast
No
Roon Ready
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Apple Music
Yes
Amazon Music
Yes
Pandora
Yes
Sirius XM
Yes
Spotify Connect
Yes
Tidal
Yes
Qobuz
Yes
TuneIN
Yes
FAQ
What is your return policy?
Returns are accepted for products purchased within the last 30 days. You must call us to initiate a Return Authorization 800-820-6460.
You are responsible for return shipping costs.
Products MUST be in LIKE NEW Resalable condition.
You MUST have the ORIGINAL BOX and PACKAGING MATERIALS.
You MUST have all of the original accessories, manuals etc.
Your package should be INSURED for the FULL VALUE for your protection during return shipping.
Products that arrive not in original packaging, missing accessories, without a Return Authorization or damaged will be refused. Refunds are credited using the original payment method and they are usually credited within 10-15 business days upon receipt of your return.
Return & Exchange Limits
While we completely understand some products just don't fit the build or hit the mark we have a limit of 2 returns or exchanges per household in a 12 month period.
Order Cancellations
If your order has shipped, it cannot be cancelled. Once your order has left our warehouse it cannot be cancelled. If you would like to setup a return on this item please call us at 800-820-6460 and request a Return Authorization. Do not refuse your order as you will then be subject to shipping cost both ways.
If you wish to cancel an order placed during business hours, please contact us by phone by 3PM EDT on the same business day your order was placed. Any cancellation requests received after this time will be examined on a case-by-case basis. We offer no guarantee that your order will be able to be canceled after this time period. If your order is placed outside of business hours, you must contact us by 1PM EDT on the following business day. Again, cancellation requests submitted outside this time period are NOT guaranteed, and are examined case-by-case.
All shipping, processes and freight charges are non refundable.
Must receive a confirmation email from sales@safeandsoundhq.com to ensure your cancellation is complete
Orders placed cannot be cancelled by email. Please call us for order cancellations. Safe and Sound will not be responsible for lack of cancellation
Refused Shipments
Orders that are refused at the time of delivery are subject to the original and return shipping fees unless otherwise approved by Safe & Sound.
Return Policy Exclusions
Items marked as FINAL SALE, USED TRADE-IN are nonreturnable
Vehicle specific Car Audio/Video products such as wire harnesses, dash kits, interfaces and other installed components are nonreturnable once opened. Vinyl Albums are nonreturnableItems such as phono cartridges, record brushes, alignment tools and cleaners are nonreturnable Special order, non stocking items are nonreturnable
If you have any questions regarding our return and order cancellation policy, please feel free to contact us- 800-820-6460.
Is Shipping FREE?
We offer FREE Shipping on ALL orders over $99 with the following Exclusions:
Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Alaska shipments DO NOT qualify for Free Shipping. Prior to placing your order, please call us at 800-820-6460 to request a shipping quote to your address.
Where are you located?
We are located at 675 Fuller Road in Chicopee, Massachusetts 01020
Do you ship internationally?
We can only ship within the United States
Do you offer Repair Services?
We do not offer repair services currently
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Brand
Bluesound
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Musical Fidelity
Model
Node Icon
ST25
DMP-A6 Gen 2
MX-Stream
USB Input
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
RCA/XLR Input
YES / NO
NO / NO
NO / NO
NO / NO
OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUT
1
0
1
0
COAXIAL DIGITAL INPUT
0
0
1
0
HDMI INput
1
0
1
0
SUBWOOFER OUTPUT
1
0
0
0
RCA/XLR OUTPUT
YES / YES
YES / NO
YES / YES
NO / NO
Signal to Noise Ratio
121
> 124
> 117
Total Harmonic Distortion
0.0004% + N
0.0008% + N
<0.00011% + N
<0.005%
DAC
2 x ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M
ESS Sabre ESS9038K2M
2x ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M
No
TUNEIN
Yes
No
No
Yes
QOBUZ
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
TIDAL
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Spotify Connect
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sirius XM
Yes
No
No
No
Pandora
Yes
No
No
No
Amazon Music
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Apple Music
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Roon Ready
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Chromecast
No
Yes
No
No
Apple Airplay
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Dimensions (HxWxD)
3 3/8" x 8 5/8" x 9 1/16"
3.9" x 16.96" x 13.5"
2.36" x 11.02" x 7.48"
2.2" x 8.6" x 8.5"
Warranty
1 Year
5 Years
1 Year
5 Years
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