{"product_id":"hifi-set-audio-analogue-aa100dm-bluesound-node-icon-schwarz","title":"HiFi Set Audio Analogue Pure AA100DM + Bluesound Node Icon, Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe HiFi set made of Bluesound Node Icon, Audio Analogue Pure AA100DM and AudioQuest Mackenzie XLR is a lean high-end chain with a network streamer as digital preamp, analogue stereo power amplifier and balanced XLR cable: you only connect speakers and start listening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePut together by us because the combination is reduced to the essentials: two devices, one cable, no compromises in the signal chain. The streamer provides music, TV sound and volume control, the power amp provides power and calm. Both devices have a trigger, so operation stays simple.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy as a set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Node Icon combines streamer, dual-mono converter and adjustable preamp in one housing. Its XLR output is controlled in the BluOS app and plays straight into the AA100DM. The Italian amp is a dual-mono design in Class AB without negative feedback and delivers 100 watts into 8 ohms. The AudioQuest Mackenzie is included in the set, in the price. You need neither a preamp nor an integrated amplifier, just decent speakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat is in the set?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/bluesoundnodeicon\"\u003eBluesound Node Icon network streamer\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e streamer, dual-mono DAC (2 × ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M) and adjustable preamp with XLR and RCA output, plus HDMI eARC, THX AAA headphone amplifier and 5-inch colour display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/audioanalogueaa100dmblack\"\u003eAudio Analogue Pure AA100DM stereo power amplifier, Black\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e dual-mono power amp in Class AB without global feedback, 100 watts into 8 ohms and 200 watts into 4 ohms, XLR and RCA input, trigger input, bridgeable to a mono power amp (bridging kit required).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/audioquest-mackenzie-xlr-kabel\"\u003eAudioQuest Mackenzie XLR cable, 0.5 m\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e balanced stereo cable with solid PSC+ conductors, carbon noise dissipation and cold-welded XLR plugs to connect Icon and power amp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho is this set for – and who is it not for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor everyone who wants to listen to really good music with few components and already has speakers or picks them to match. Also ideal if the TV should join in: the Icon has an HDMI eARC input, so TV sound plays through your system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlain talk:\u003c\/strong\u003e speakers are not included. The Node Icon has no phono and no CD input; it plays streaming, HDMI eARC and, via the combo input, an analogue or optical source. If you want to connect a turntable or CD player directly, an integrated amplifier suits you better. The AA100DM weighs 15.5 kilograms and is 445 millimetres wide, so plan your furniture accordingly. And over just 0.5 metres of cable the advantage of XLR over RCA is small; the gain lies in the fully balanced chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOur verdict\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is our set recommendation for everyone who wants to enjoy high-end with two devices: a cool streamer as preamp, an Italian power amp with character and a clean cable in between. We put the set together in Wädenswil for you and are happy to set it up with you on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSet contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × Bluesound Node Icon, 1 × Audio Analogue Pure AA100DM (Black), 1 × AudioQuest Mackenzie XLR (0.5 m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStreaming:\u003c\/strong\u003e BluOS, AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready, Dirac Live Ready\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConverter (Node Icon):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 × ESS Sabre ES9039Q2M (dual mono), up to 24 bit \/ 192 kHz, DSD256\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput level (Node Icon):\u003c\/strong\u003e variable, XLR and RCA, switchable to fixed level in the app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone output:\u003c\/strong\u003e yes, 2 × 6.3 mm jack (THX AAA, 230 mW into 32 Ω)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInputs (Node Icon):\u003c\/strong\u003e HDMI eARC, combo RCA analogue \/ optical, USB-C, USB-A, LAN, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower (AA100DM):\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 W into 8 Ω, 200 W into 4 Ω, 320 W into 2 Ω, bridged 400 W into 8 Ω (mono, bridging kit required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInputs (AA100DM):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 × XLR (balanced), 1 × RCA (unbalanced), input sensitivity 1.4 Vrms, gain 26 dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrigger:\u003c\/strong\u003e Node Icon with 12 V trigger output, AA100DM with trigger input (5 to 12 V)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnection:\u003c\/strong\u003e XLR cable AudioQuest Mackenzie, length 0.5 m, included in the set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions Node Icon (W × H × D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 220 × 84 × 193 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions AA100DM (W × H × D):\u003c\/strong\u003e 445 × 120 × 390 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Node Icon 2.23 kg, AA100DM 15.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black (AA100DM satin black), Node Icon black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScope of delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Node Icon with power cable, Ethernet and RCA cable, AA100DM with power cable and manual, AudioQuest Mackenzie XLR cable (0.5 m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I need an additional amplifier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The Node Icon controls the volume itself via its XLR output, and the AA100DM is a pure power amp that delivers the power. You only need speakers and speaker cable. You connect an analogue source to the Icon's combo input, and the BluOS app takes care of the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I connect my TV?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The Node Icon has an HDMI eARC input. If you connect it to your TV's eARC port, the TV sound plays through the set and you control the volume as usual. We are happy to check with you beforehand whether your TV fits and what you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the power amp switch on automatically?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Node Icon has a 12 V trigger output, and the AA100DM has a trigger input for 5 to 12 volts. Technically, the two are prepared for joint switching. How this behaves in daily use, we clarify with you during setup so that operation stays simple.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich speakers suit this set?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe AA100DM delivers 100 watts into 8 ohms, 200 watts into 4 ohms and 320 watts into 2 ohms. It can therefore drive even demanding floorstanding speakers. Which ones suit your room, your budget and your taste best, we are happy to discuss with you in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy XLR instead of RCA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Node Icon and the AA100DM both offer balanced XLR connections. The AudioQuest Mackenzie keeps the chain balanced from source to power amp. The cable run is short, and you hear the gain mostly as calm in the background rather than as a big change in sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy the HiFi set Audio Analogue AA100DM + Bluesound Node Icon at HD Zürisee?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause we put the set together ourselves and know how the devices work together. We advise you on speaker choice and setup, including Dirac Live. Call: 044 680 22 00, WhatsApp 076 534 22 00 (text only, no calls) or shop@hdzuerisee.ch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll that is missing from the set are \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecher\"\u003espeakers\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lautsprecher-staender\"\u003espeaker stands\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/hifi-mobel\"\u003eHiFi furniture\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/kabel\"\u003ecables \u0026amp; connectors\u003c\/a\u003e go well with it. 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