Stacking phono amp on bluesound node

Jeremy Gilbert

• March 16, 2022 17:28

Hi, I have limited space in my rack. Are there any issues with stacking an ifi Zen Phono on top of my Bluesound Node (2021)? I never use the touch screen. My main concern is if that made it 'always on' or interfered with the function in some way? Still loving the Node btw, it's great. With thanks

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  Mark T.

  Sr. Support Crew Member

  • March 17, 2022 13:39

  Hi Jeremy,
  
  It is not advisable, so do it at your own risk.
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  Jeremy Gilbert

  • March 17, 2022 15:18

  Ok, noted, thanks. Can I ask why it's not advised?

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  Tony W.

  Product Support Manager

  • March 17, 2022 18:58

  Hi Jeremy

  Two reasons to keep in mind; one is air flow s you note there are still some ventilation gaps even with the newer top panel touch screen. Airflow isn't as critical with the passive NODE but is with the active POWERNODE amplifier. We generally recommend 2cm (3/4 of an inch) clearance.

  The second is the proximity touch cap may be fooled and thrown off some of the smaller phono preamps (such as the amazing NAD PP4) reduced footprint may come in contact with the touchpoints of the panel.

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  Jeremy Gilbert

  • March 17, 2022 20:41

  Thanks, makes sense. Appreciate the response

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