# Bluesound NODE ICON Reference Music Streamer

The Bluesound NODE ICON is a flagship wireless hi-res music streamer built for serious listeners who refuse to compromise on sound quality.

Pairing an audiophile-grade dual-mono DAC design with the intuitive BluOS multi-room platform, it connects seamlessly to any premium amplifier, powered speakers, or headphones to deliver hi-res audio in up to 24-bit/192kHz - and DSD256.

What sets the NODE ICON apart is its Dual-Mono DAC architecture, which puts a dedicated ESS SABRE ES9039Q2M chip on each channel. This keeps the stereo channels physically separate, pushing noise-density down significantly and producing a soundstage with exceptional depth and precision. MQA Labs' QRONO d2a technology further refines the conversion process by correcting timing errors in the digital-to-analogue chain - the result is natural, detailed audio that feels true to the original recording.

Beyond pure streaming, the NODE ICON doubles as a premium standalone DAC. Feed it audio via USB-C from your computer, optical from a CD player, or analogue RCA from a turntable, and it handles the conversion with the same audiophile-grade circuitry. HDMI eARC means you can also bring hi-res sound from your television into the mix with a single cable connection.

-   **Dual-Mono DAC Design:** Two independent ESS SABRE ES9039Q2M chips - one per channel — deliver ultra-low distortion, superior dynamic range, and a beautifully expansive stereo image.
-   **Balanced XLR Outputs:** A first for Bluesound, the XLR outputs provide a cleaner, lower-noise signal path for connection to high-end amplifiers and powered speakers.
-   **THX AAA Headphone Amplifier:** Two side-mounted 6.3mm headphone jacks deliver audiophile-grade headphone listening with remarkably low noise and distortion, courtesy of THX AAA feed-forward technology.
-   **Stream Everything:** BluOS gives you access to 23+ music services including Qobuz, TIDAL Connect, Spotify Connect, and Roon Ready, plus Apple AirPlay 2 and two-way aptX Adaptive Bluetooth 5.2.
-   **Dirac Live Ready:** Optional room correction via a Dirac Live licence (purchased separately) lets you measure and optimise your listening room for balanced, accurate sound from your speakers.
-   **Multi-Room Capable:** Wirelessly connect to other Bluesound components to create a whole-home hi-res audio system across up to 64 zones, all controlled from the BluOS app.

###### Specifications

-   **Model:** N530
-   **DAC Chips:** 2 x ESS SABRE ES9039Q2M (Dual-Mono design)
-   **ADC:** ESS SABRE ES9826
-   **DAC Optimisation:** QRONO d2a (MQA Labs)
-   **Supported Audio Formats:** MP3, AAC, WMA, OGG, OPUS, FLAC, MQA, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, MPEG-4 SLS
-   **DSD Support:** DSD256
-   **Multi-Channel Audio:** Dolby Digital
-   **Native Sampling Rates:** Up to 192 kHz
-   **Bit Depth:** 16-24 bit
-   **Headphone Output Power (THD <0.1%):** 160 mW at 16 ohms / 230 mW at 32 ohms / 53 mW at 250 ohms / 22 mW at 600 ohms
-   **Processor:** Quad-Core ARM Cortex-A53, 1.8 GHz per core
-   **Operating System:** BluOS
-   **App Compatibility:** iOS, Android, Windows, macOS
-   **Music Services:** 23+ including Qobuz, TIDAL Connect, Spotify Connect, Roon Ready
-   **Third-Party Integrations:** AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Roon Ready, Dirac Live Ready
-   **Voice Control:** Amazon Alexa
-   **Control System Support:** Crestron, Control4, RTI, ELAN, URC, Lutron
-   **Wi-Fi:** Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), dual-band
-   **Ethernet:** RJ45 Gigabit (1000 Mbps)
-   **Bluetooth:** 5.2 aptX Adaptive (two-way transmit and receive)
-   **Analogue Inputs:** Stereo RCA, HDMI eARC
-   **Digital Inputs:** Toslink optical, USB Type-A (external storage / local server), USB-C (PC input)
-   **Analogue Outputs:** Balanced XLR stereo (fixed option), RCA stereo (fixed option), Subwoofer RCA x1
-   **Digital Outputs:** Coaxial RCA, Toslink optical, USB Audio 2.0 (Type-A)
-   **Headphone Outputs:** 2 x 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo jack, Bluetooth
-   **Trigger Output:** 12V
-   **IR Input:** 3.5 mm jack with IR remote learning
-   **Display:** 5" non-touch colour display
-   **Preset Buttons:** 5 programmable quick-touch presets
-   **Network File Sharing:** SMB, up to 200,000 files
-   **Finish:** Anodised aluminium, gloss black
-   **Dimensions (W x H x D):** 220 x 84 x 193 mm
-   **Operating Temperature:** 0°C to 40°C

## Details

- **Price:** 999.0 GBP
- **Vendor:** Bluesound
- **Type:** Music Streamers

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 999.00 GBP | In stock |

## Images

- Bluesound NODE ICON Reference Music Streamer - K&B Audio
- Bluesound NODE ICON Reference Music Streamer - K&B Audio
- Bluesound NODE ICON Reference Music Streamer - K&B Audio
- Bluesound NODE ICON Reference Music Streamer - K&B Audio
- Bluesound NODE ICON Reference Music Streamer - K&B Audio

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> Source: [K&B Audio](https://www.kbaudio.co.uk/products/node-icon-the-ultimate-wireless-music-streamer)
> Updated: 2026-05-21