Bluesound NODE ICON Streamer
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Product Summary
The Bluesound NODE ICON (N530) is a flagship high-resolution music streamer designed for audiophiles who want reference-quality streaming performance from their hi-fi system. Built around Bluesound’s powerful BluOS platform, it allows you to stream music from popular services, internet radio and local libraries while maintaining exceptional sound quality.
At the heart of the NODE ICON is a dual-mono DAC design using two ESS SABRE ES9039Q2M DAC chipsets. This advanced architecture delivers extremely low distortion, wide dynamic range and highly detailed sound reproduction. Combined with high-quality analogue and digital outputs, the NODE ICON integrates easily with premium amplifiers, active speakers and headphones.
The NODE ICON also features a sleek aluminium chassis with a large 5-inch colour display and intuitive touch controls. With built-in streaming services, AirPlay 2, Bluetooth and HDMI eARC connectivity, it acts as the central hub for both music streaming and TV audio within a modern hi-fi system.
Key Benefits
- Reference-grade high-resolution music streamer
- Dual-mono ESS SABRE ES9039Q2M DAC architecture
- Supports high-resolution audio including DSD playback
- BluOS multiroom streaming platform with app control
- Compatible with major streaming services and local music libraries
- HDMI eARC input for integrating TV audio
- Balanced XLR and RCA analogue outputs for hi-fi systems
- Two high-quality headphone outputs with THX AAA amplification
- Built-in Apple AirPlay 2 and aptX Adaptive Bluetooth
- Elegant aluminium chassis with 5-inch full-colour display
Technical Specifications
Streaming & Platform
- Streaming Platform: BluOS multiroom system
- Supported Services: Major music streaming services and internet radio
- Wireless Connectivity: Dual-band Wi-Fi
- Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.2 with aptX Adaptive
- AirPlay: Apple AirPlay 2 compatible
Audio Performance
- DAC: Dual ESS SABRE ES9039Q2M DACs
- High-Resolution Support: Up to 24-bit / 192kHz and DSD playback
- Headphone Amplifier: THX AAA technology
Inputs
- HDMI eARC
- Optical digital input
- RCA analogue input
- USB-C input (computer)
- USB Type-A input for external storage
Outputs
- Balanced XLR analogue output
- RCA analogue output
- Coaxial digital output
- Optical digital output
- USB audio output
- Subwoofer output
- 2 × 6.3mm headphone outputs
Design
- Display: 5-inch full-colour display with touch controls
- Chassis: Aluminium construction
What’s in the Box
- Bluesound NODE ICON (N530) music streamer
- Power cable
- Ethernet cable
- Stereo RCA cable
- Quick start guide