I agree in terms of sound quality the Teac and the Node don't belong in the same discussion.
Review of TEAC NT-505
I purchased the NT-505 about two weeks ago and just posted a review in the Members Review forum if anyone is interested.
http://https//forum.audiogon.com/discussions/teac-nt-505-functional-review
http://https//forum.audiogon.com/discussions/teac-nt-505-functional-review