Node Icon Reference Music Streamer

Perfect for the novice, music enthusiast, and audiophile, the Bluesound NODE ICON Music Streamer brings hi-res music streaming to any audio setup. With full streaming capabilities, access to over 20 streaming services via the dedicated BluOS Controller App, and multi-room playback capabilities, the NODE ICON is a force to be reckoned with. Enjoy PCM files up to 24-bit/192kHz, DSD256 playback, and Dolby Digital® multichannel audio formats. Add the range of connectivity options including HDMI eARC, balanced XLR outputs, Analog RCA, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth, and you've got a highly flexible music streamer. The Bluesound NODE ICON is one of the latest additions to the renowned NODE family of music streamers. Having come a long way from the first-generation NODE, the NODE ICON represents the 21st century with its fancy display screen and complete redesign. Two 1/4" headphone jacks on each side of the unit, compatibility with Dirac Live Technology, and two ESS SABRE DAC Chips make the NODE ICON worthy of its flagship status. Whether you're new to music streaming or looking to add another streamer to your collection, the NODE ICON offers tremendous value and its easy-to-navigate user interface makes setting the unit up and enjoying your favorite tunes a walk in the park. *DIRAC LIVE READY*: As of January 14, 2025, Dirac Live is available on the Bluesound NODE ICON Music Streamer. Owners will receive a firmware update enabling compatibility with Dirac Live. Product Highlights Dual mono DAC design with two ESS SABRE ES9039Q2M DAC chipsets Built-in THX AAA Headphone Amplifier with dual 1/4" outputs 5" full-color (non-touch) display Top-mounted backlit capacitive touch controls with proximity sensor Built-in dual-band Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 ac) Two-way Bluetooth with high-fidelity aptX Adaptive audio coding Powerful ARM Cortex A53 quad-core processor, 1.8GHz per core Multi-room expansion with Bluesound/BluOS wireless speakers and components (up to 64 zones) Plays MP3, AAC, WMA, OGG, WMA-L, FLAC, MQA, OPUS, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, and MPEG-4 SLS files Supports up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution and DSD256 playback Supports Apple AirPlay 2, Roon Ready, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz, Pandora, and other streaming services Supports internet radio stations from TuneIn, iHeart Radio, and SiriusXM Dirac Live Ready* Connections HDMI eARC input with Dolby decoding for TVs Analog balanced XLR outputs Analog RCA stereo line-level output Analog RCA stereo line-level input Optical digital input and output Coaxial digital input USB-C input for connection to a computer USB-A input for connecting a flash drive or external HDD/SSD Ethernet port for a wired connection Mono subwoofer output 12V trigger output Dragon Cable Recommendation: We recommend pairing the Bluesound NODE ICON Music Streamer with two Dragon Audio Cables suitable for your hi-fi system. Our Black Dragon Mini Coax Cable is an extremely flexible cable, making it a perfect match for home audio digital transmission applications. The Silver Dragon Toslink Digital Cable has the bandwidth to deliver up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution and DSD signals for hi-fi listening sessions. Listen Smarter with Dirac Live Ready The NODE ICON comes ready to intelligently fight bad room acoustics with Dirac Live, available as an upgrade directly from Dirac. Dirac Live Ready means that the NODE ICON is compatible with Dirac Live technology, and owners interested in this feature can separately purchase a Dirac Live license and Bluesound Room Calibration Kit directly from Bluesound. Using the kit's high-performance omni-directional microphone and the Dirac app, users can measure a room's acoustics and eliminate standing waves, reverberations, and other unwanted distortions. The result is clear, balanced, and detail sound for your music and movie soundtracks. Premium Sound Quality for the Audio Obsessed The Bluesound NODE ICON redefines hi-fi listening with its expertly crafted Dual-Mono DAC design. Featuring two cutting-edge ESS SABRE ES9039Q2M DACs, the NODE ICON delivers incredible dynamic range, ultra-low distortion, and excellent detail retrieval for reference-level listening. MQA Labs' groundbreaking QRONO d2a technology further refines DAC performance by correcting timing errors during digital-to-analog conversion, ensuring the timing response aligns perfectly with the original recording for an authentic listening experience. Designed for Every Hi-Fi System The NODE ICON has been completely redesigned from previous generation models to support the needs of your hi-fi system. Adopting a more modern and sleek look, the NODE ICON boasts a large 5" full-color display with top-mounted backlit touch controls, and dual 1/4" headphone outputs on each side. Listen with a friend or A/B test your favorite headphones, THX AAA headphone amplification technology delivers the world's most linear response. Its patented feed-forward error correction results in remarkably low noise and distortion, revealing exceptional soundstage and clarity. The NODE ICON integrates into your existing audio setup seamlessly with a suite of connectivity options. Choose from balanced XLR outputs to analog RCAs, optical, coaxial, and USB for all of your needs, and even use the HDMI eARC input with Dolby decoding for TVs. Its sleek gloss black finish complements any setup beautifully, while audiophile-grade connections ensure superior performance. Stream Everything With BluOS Listening to your favorite music has never been easier with the Bluesound's intuitive BluOS operating system. From popular music streaming services to your personal digital libraries, the NODE ICOn lets you stream music via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or built-in Apple AirPlay 2. The BluOS app is one of the most intuitive and well-thought-out companion control devices for any streaming device out there. Available on your smartphone, tablet, or desktop computer, the BluOS platform is the "brain" of your NODE ICON, allowing you to manage all of your music and stream it easily. BluOS supports high-resolution audio to 24-bit/192kHz and has MQA decoding. Access TIDAL, Qobuz, Spotify, SoundMachine, and many more streaming services (subscriptions purchased separately). Additionally, BluOS has Roon integration that supports files stored on internal and external hard drives and NAS, as well as voice control with Amazon Alexa and Apple's Siri.  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. Using the 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.