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The NODE ICON introduces a high-performance foundation for any modern audio system, delivering pristine Wireless Audio throughout your living space. Designed for dedicated music enthusiasts, this reference streamer integrates seamlessly with external amplifiers, active speakers, or premium headphones to deliver clear sound from your favourite Streaming platforms.

Dual-Mono Audio Processing:

At the core of the digital processing stage are two independent ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M DAC's configured in a dual-mono layout. By separating the left and right audio channels completely, this architecture minimises cross-channel interference and reduces distortion. The result is a wide soundstage and precise instrument separation, allowing subtle musical details to emerge cleanly from a silent background. Incorporating signature Blue Sound processing, the unit handles ultra-high-resolution audio files with complete accuracy.

Versatile Physical and Wireless Connectivity:

A comprehensive selection of connections allows the streamer to act as the central hub for all your audio sources. Integrated HDMI eARC decodes television soundtracks including Dolby Digital, while balanced XLR outputs provide a clean signal path to reference-grade amplification. Beyond wired inputs, support for Apple AirPlay 2, aptX Adaptive Bluetooth, and Dirac Live room correction ensures flexible integration into any listening room.

Dedicated Headphone Amplification and Intuitive Control:

For personal listening, two front-facing quarter-inch headphone jacks are driven by THX AAA technology. This amplifier design delivers low distortion and high output power to drive demanding audiophile headphones with ease. On the front panel, a full-colour five-inch high-definition screen displays album artwork and track metadata, complemented by a proximity-sensing backlit top panel for direct control over playback and presets.

• Dual ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M DAC's: Channels left and right signals separately for enhanced detail and stereo separation.
• THX AAA Headphone Technology: Delivers clean, powerful amplification through twin quarter-inch headphone outputs.
• 5-Inch Full-Colour Display: Shows album artwork and track information clearly from your listening seat.
• HDMI eARC with Dolby Digital: Connects directly to your television for upgraded TV sound playback.
• Balanced XLR Outputs: Delivers low-noise analogue audio signals directly to high-end amplifiers.
• Dirac Live Ready: Measures room acoustics to correct frequency response and acoustic reflections.
• BluOS High-Resolution Platform: Enables multi-room Wireless Audio and direct access to high-res Streaming services.

 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.

• 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