Bluesound Node Icon – Reference Hi-Res Music Streamer with XLR & 5″ Display

Node Icon is Bluesound’s flagship network streamer for audiophiles who want premium sound and seamless control. Housed in a solid aluminum chassis with a vibrant 5″ color display, it combines BluOS multi-room streaming, a dual-mono audiophile DAC stage, balanced XLR outputs, and a THX AAA™ headphone amp—made to elevate any system.

Key Features

• Dual-mono DAC architecture: Ultra-low noise and distortion for lifelike detail and dynamics.
• Balanced XLR & RCA outputs: Feed pristine, low-noise signals to premium amplifiers and powered speakers.
• 5″ full-color front display: See artwork, track info, and quick controls at a glance—no phone required.
• THX AAA™ headphone stage: Clean, powerful drive for over-ears with vanishingly low distortion.
• Hi-res, DSD & MQA playback: Supports up to 24-bit/192 kHz PCM, DSD256, and MQA for studio-quality streaming.
• Home-theatre friendly: HDMI eARC and Dolby Digital decoding let TV audio join your hi-fi with perfect lip-sync.
• Room optimization: Optional Dirac Live® room correction tightens bass and clarifies imaging.
• BluOS ecosystem: AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, multi-room, presets, and fast app control.

Customer Benefits

Plug Node Icon into your amplifier or powered speakers and unlock reference-grade streaming—no computer needed. Balanced outputs lower system noise, the front display speeds everyday use, and the THX headphone amp makes late-night listening a joy. Add Dirac Live to tailor your room, then expand across the house with BluOS multi-room.

Quick Specs

• Audio support: PCM up to 24-bit/192 kHz, DSD256, MQA
• SNR (line out): up to −129 dB (XLR), −121 dB (RCA)
• THD+N: as low as 0.0004%
• Connections (outputs): Balanced XLR L/R, RCA L/R, optical, coaxial; dual 6.35 mm headphone jacks
• Connections (inputs): HDMI eARC; Ethernet; dual-band Wi-Fi; Bluetooth (aptX Adaptive)
• Control: 5″ color display, capacitive front panel, BluOS app, AirPlay 2
• Dimensions: 22 × 8.4 × 19.3 cm (W × H × D)
• Weight: 2.23 kg

What’s in the Box

• Bluesound Node Icon
• 120 V and 230 V power cords
• Ethernet cable
• Stereo RCA cable
• Quick start documentation

Use Cases / Ideal For

Reference streaming into hi-fi separates, TV-to-stereo via HDMI eARC, high-end headphone listening, and whole-home multi-room systems with BluOS.

Compatibility

Works with BluOS multi-room devices; supports AirPlay 2 and popular streaming services via BluOS app. Fits standard hi-fi racks.

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• Flagship DAC and balanced XLR outputs for ultra-clean signal
• 5″ display improves day-to-day usability
• THX AAA™ headphone amp built in
• Dirac Live option and HDMI eARC add real-world flexibility

⚠️ Cons:

• Requires BluOS app for full control and setup
• Dirac license sold separately

Bluesound Node Icon brings reference-level streaming, balanced connectivity, and everyday convenience together—an elegant upgrade for serious listeners and modern living rooms.