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Bluesound Node Icon Upgrade Kit
$485
The Bluesound Node Icon Upgrade Kit replaces the internal switch-mode power-supply, with Teddy Pardo Audio high performance external power supply. This upgrade kit can be installed in 10 minutes, without requiring any special tools or special skills like soldering, making it suitable for non-technical users. The result is a big step forward in the sound quality of the Node Icon streamer, bringing it very close to the level of network streamers costing twice as much.
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The Bluesound Icon Power Supply Upgrade Kit replaces the internal switch-mode power-supply in the Node Icon streamer, with a Teddy Pardo Audio high performance external power supply.
This upgrade kit can be installed in 10, without requiring any special tools or soldering, making it suitable for non-technical users. The result is a big step forward in the sound quality of the, bringing it very close to the level of network streamers costing twice as much..
Background
The Node Icon is originally equipped with a low-cost switch-mode power supply, similar to the power supplies that can be found in many consumer level products. This power supply has insufficient performance level in term of clean power delivery, resulting in mediocre overall sound quality. The upgrade kit offered here brings the Node Icon a major step forward, both in analog and digital outputs.
MiniTeddy Special Edition (released 09/2024)
The MiniTeddy Special Edition, scheduled to start shipping on 09/2024, is a complete redesign of the standard edition. It is based around our new Tedinator discrete voltage regulator.
The Tedinator is a fully discrete design, based entirely on ultra low noise JFET transistors with no IC chips. It is the result of countless hours of development, testing and listening. Its design is inspired by the writings of great minds like Walt Jung and Nelson Pass.
With the new Tedinator and the new circuit around it, we were able to achieve impressive new levels of low noise, low output impedance and fast response time, resulting in a highly involving sound, perfectly timed and with no apparent phasing errors, hence our new slogan : The Art of Silence.
Node Icon kit contents:
- MiniTeddy Special Edition power supply with 5v DC output.
- Custom-made rear panel adapter, wired with DC plugs.
- High quality DC cable.
Sound
Comparing with the Node Icon in its original form, the upgraded model reaches sound quality levels that surpass network streamers at twice the cost: it shows better focus and clarity, wider and deeper soundstage, and deeper bottom octave.
Comparison to other conversion solutions
We asked a customer to describe the differences between Teddy Pardo external power supply, to another solution which can be assembled internally. Here are his comments:
Teddy Pardo’s power solution is much easier to install, takes about 10 minutes from start to finish. The soundstage is wider and more focused, the presentation is more relaxed, better balanced and easy on the ear on long listening sessions.
Conversion instructions:
Step 1: Disconnect the Node Icon, turn it upside down, remove rubber seal and 4 screws
Step 2: gently pull the bottom cover upwards, starting from the side where the headphone socket is located
Step 3: Remove the power supply plastic cover, disconnect the two plugs connecting the power supply (Marked in green below)
Step 4: Remove the internal power entry socket, held in place by two connecting screws
Step 5: Insert the panel adapter, with text facing upwards, use the original screws from step 4
Step 6: Insert the plug connecting the main board, make sure it’s locked in place, note the plug lever direction
Step 7: re-assemble to plastic cover to to the original power supply, there is no need to remove it.
Step 8: re-assemble the bottom cover , re-place the rubber seal
Step 9: Assembly is now completed, the power entry looks as following, ready to accept an external power supply:
| Dimensions | 24 × 16 × 6 cm |
|---|---|
| Power Supply Version | Special Edition Power Supply |
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