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Bluesound NODE ICON (N530) preamplifier / audio streamer, black

Screen protective film
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Test reportsVery good based on 2 tests
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Product details

The Node Icon, designed for passionate music lovers, is a top-of-the-line wireless music streamer. Thanks to two ESS Sabre DAC chips, it delivers exceptional sound quality with remarkable clarity and detail. Additionally, it supports Dirac Live technology, which improves sound quality by correcting acoustic challenges in the room.

The sleek aluminum chassis and colorful 5-inch display provide a stunning backdrop for a high-end network player. Connect it seamlessly to any amplifier, active speakers, or headphones and enjoy high-resolution BluOS streaming, Apple AirPlay 2 integration, and more. It includes an HDMI eARC port for effortless connectivity with a TV, as well as an integrated headphone amplifier using THX AAA technology. The device is also compatible with several streaming services, including TIDAL, Spotify, and Qobuz.

Key specifications

Audio accessory type
Screen protective film
Item number
53700482

General information

Manufacturer
Bluesound
Category
Audio accessories
Release date
19/12/2024

Colour

Colour
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Audio accessory properties

Audio accessory type
Screen protective film
Compatibility
Device-specific

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Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Audio accessories» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • Bluesound
    Not enough data
  • 1.BOSS (Electronics)
    0,2 %
  • 2.Apple
    0,5 %
  • 3.Velleman
    0,7 %
  • 4.Patona
    1,1 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • Bluesound
    Not enough data
  • 1.Apple
    0 days
  • 2.Vonyx
    2 days
  • BOSS (Electronics)
    Not enough data
  • Maxell
    Not enough data

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Audio accessories» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • Bluesound
    Not enough data
  • 1.Apple
    0,5 %
  • 2.Maxell
    1 %
  • 2.Vonyx
    1 %
  • 4.BOSS (Electronics)
    1,1 %
Source: Galaxus

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Overall ratingVery good100/100
Without ratingNo rating
Audio & StereoplaySingle testReleaseMarch 2025
  • PositiveImportant network protocols and all music services
  • PositiveHeadphone amplifier with THX-AAA technology
  • PositiveBluOS Multiroom System
  • Positive5 programmable presets
  • NegativeNo UPnP/DLNA support

With the Node Icon N530, Bluesound has achieved a very good result. Apart from DLNA for the home network, the device offers everything a streaming freak could wish for, including important network protocols such as Tidal Connect and RAAT (Roon). We were also impressed by the excellent sound and the elegant, compact design, which makes the Node Icon a very worthy representative of modern streaming systems.

Very good100/100
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Area DVDSingle testReleaseMarch 2025

In all test series, the Bluesound NODE ICON completely impressed us in terms of sound - but its advantages begin immediately after unpacking. The compact, yet extremely elegant appearance, the numerous aluminium elements and the accurate workmanship ensure that the user is delighted...