Has anyone heard the Bluesound Node Icon streamer DAC?

I heard it, seems pretty good for the price. Not a giant killer. The feature set is good though. If you wanted to use Dirac for room correction (extra license fee involved) it seems pretty unique in offering that. Otherwise just a decent unit, nothing more nothing less.

On the power supply point, I own three nodes (no Icons) and it's a distinct upgrade to use even a mid range DAC.  I also upgraded the PS with an Sbooster kit (easy and fun) but can't say it's "distinct" improvement.

The Icon uses a built in switch mode power supply like all versions of the Node except the Nano which uses an external ‘phone cube’ switching supply. If you try out the Icon and like it, as suggested by @bassbuyer above, adding a good external supply will elevate the sound quality further.

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I agree with the advice to buy on Amazon to try and return if you’re not satisfied.  Suggest getting Prime if you don’t have it already.  They have so much equipment you can get delivered for free and return for free with Prime.  I’ve done the same with Best Buy but you only get 15 days unless you have one of their plans.  All the advice in the world won’t replace what you hear with your own ears in to your system in your listening room playing the music you love.  For what it’s worth I have the Node N130.  I upgraded to an external DAC first and then to a separate streamer.  I noticed an improvement in sound in both cases.  I still use the Node in a second system.  I like the BluOs app which works well with Qobuz and other streaming services.  Please share your feedback and enjoy the ride on the next part of your musical journey. 

I own a Bluesound icon. Also have a Black Ice tube day And use A Mac C2600 with a Da2 Dac. Cant tell the difference between the 3 of them. Albeit all 3 are what I consider mid tier Dacs. I can't tell which one I'm using. 

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@ghdprentice 

you must invest at least 2x the cost...

In some cases, maybe. In my case turntables, cartridges, 3x or more was my last upgrade to get a transformative improvement. Significantly better engineering and materials cost a lot more and in some cases, is worth it.

Electronics not so much. 

I just bought a new phono stage that cost 5X LESS than what it replaced. 

The NODE N130 (2021) is a ridiculous bargain at $400 and easily upgraded with an LPS, external DAC for very reasonable cost.   

While I have no doubt a $20K digital source will best my set modest digital set up and the $35K source bested the ICON in subtle ways, there is a LOT one could do with the $34K left over!

@fosolitude If you decide to give it a go, report back please. Amazon allows 30 day returns. I did this with the Eversolo A8 at double the cost - no issues get a speedy refund. Just keep all packaging (obviously) and don’t remove any protective film. Take a pic of  how it’s packaged. 

My rule of thumb is that in order to upgrade (since I always research and find the best sounding component of my taste for the money) you must invest at least 2x the cost... and in the budget realm 3x. So I recommend looking at components in the $3K or higher... used is a good way to bring down the cost.

I have heard it and it was quite pleasing for the money.  I would add that it's a smart buy because if the future your can add a dedicated DAC and improve the sound even further and still have the Icon in your signal chain.  Good luck and have fun. 

Mytek Brooklyn which I want to replace 

What model is your Mytek? A little confused about the question here. 

Thanx, lanx, I didn’t realize Amazon allowed free trials

The best judge is you. Amazon offers free trial. 
Also Hans rated Icon the last quarter of 1b. I recalled he assessed Mytek before against his sys before that you could reference. 

I saw the video review and it was so highly praised I wanted to see if anyone has verified it.

Yes, take a look at a review by The Absolute Sound. The host rates it very highly as “the difference between it and $35,000 DAC and streamer is subtle. This is an unbelievable praise for its not only digital but also analog output stage.  You may give it a try if you believe the diminish return value proposition is so low.