Bluesound N530 Node Icon Reference Music Streamer
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Description
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.
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-colour 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.
- 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
Supported Audio File Formats:
MP3, AAC, WMA, WMA-L, OGG, ALAC, OPU
Supported High-Quality Audio File Formats:
FLAC, MQA, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS
Native Sampling Rates: up to 192 kHz
Bit Depth: 16-24
Distortion: THD+N, 0.0004%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: -129dB (XLR) ，-121dB(RCA)
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
Dirac Live Output Support:
Analog: Balanced XLR, RCA Stereo
Digital: Optical, Coaxial
The USB Output does not support Dirac Live
Other info:
- Dirac Live ready — optional Dirac Live room calibration software available as an upgrade
- analyzes the acoustic properties of your room and counteracts irregularities for the best sound possible
- separate software license and room correction microphone required, both sold separately
- requires a Windows or Mac laptop and internet access
- detachable AC power cord
- dimensions: 8-5/8″W x 3-3/8″H x 9-1/16″D
- weight: 4.92 lbs
