The Bluesound NODE ICON Reference Music Streamer 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: The NODE ICON features an innovative dual-mono DAC design with two ESS ES9039Q2M SABRE DACs. This setup is meant to provide superior sound quality with a dynamic range and reduced distortion.
• Connectivity: It supports both wired and Wi-Fi network connectivity, offering a full suite of analog/digital connections including HDMI eARC and balanced XLR outputs. This allows for versatile integration with high-end amplifiers or home theater systems.
• Streaming Support: It streams from popular services like Amazon Music, Tidal, and Spotify, alongside Apple AirPlay 2 and aptX Adaptive Bluetooth 5.2. The NODE ICON supports hi-res audio up to 24-bit/192kHz and MQA files, and it’s uniquely the only one in Bluesound’s new Node range to support DSD256 files.

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  Display: Equipped with a vibrant 5-inch full-color HD display, though it is not touchscreen; control is primarily managed via the BluOS application.

• Build Quality: The streamer has a premium build with an aluminum chassis, enhancing both its aesthetic appeal and durability. The design also includes a sleek gloss black finish to blend into high-end audio setups.
• Room Correction: The NODE ICON is Dirac Live Ready, meaning you can upgrade for room correction to enhance audio performance by tackling room acoustics issues like standing waves and reverberations. This requires a separate purchase of a calibration kit.
• Headphone Amplifier: It incorporates THX AAA technology for headphone listening, promising low noise and distortion. It offers dual 1/4″ headphone outputs for flexibility in connecting high-performance headphones.