RUARK R1 MK4

DAB+ radio

€299.00

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Ruark R1 Mk4 is the new update of the best DAB+ table radio in the world, winner of every comparison and dubbed the 'Bentley of Radios'. It can reproduce music in very high quality, and we are talking about HiFi level, from different sources. It is first and foremost an FM Radio, a DAB+ Digital Radio and a high quality wireless Bluetooth active speaker. It is also portable thanks to the optional lithium battery.

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Ruark R1, the new edition of the best DAB+ radio in the world

Ruark R1 has been the best radio in the world for 14 years, according to every happy listener. R1 combines intrinsic audio qualities and audiophile-grade internal components in a classic, timeless design.

Over time, the English manufacturer has evolved the domestic radio project and R1 is today the most beautiful, refined and complete FM, DAB, DAB+ radio and alarm clock radio for your kitchen, relaxation room, bathroom and living room.

The finishes are first class, of great value, close to perfection. You will not find another product on the market with this level of finish. Absolute synthesis of what is defined as a solution for furnishing and listening. The English house defines the Radio DAB + R1, its best-selling mini audio system, as the emblem of the motto "serious small sound", signifying the choice to focus on compact, elegant products with extraordinary sound.

The entire Ruark range, starting from this little jewel, can easily be inserted into the home environment and leaves no room for anything except a great satisfaction for the ear and the eye.

14 years of radio evolution

It has been 14 years since Ruark first launched the now iconic R1 radio. In 2020 HIFIGHT is pleased to announce the launch of the fourth generation Ruark R1, the R1 Mk4. Everyone deserves good design in their life and this new R1, like and more than the original, is simple yet striking. Furthermore, this R1 Mk4 is now even more in tune with what discerning customers are looking for today. Each generation of R1 has been a subtle evolution of the previous one but with R1 Mk4 the leap in design and performance is really big.

The elegant surfaces of R1 provide a perfect base for the new Light Cream and Espresso finishes. Complementing the design is a handcrafted slatted wooden grille, for even more sophistication and a timeless aura.

Curated to excess, Ruark R1 is the perfect audio solution in every home environment and every age group. FM radio and DAB+ radio for company, Bluetooth to listen to your favorite songs from your smartphone or tablet, but why not, even PC or Mac.

For those who want a classy and beautifully sounding product but with a larger size and capacity, Ruark offers R3, the modern table radio with CD player and many other functions.

Future-proof connections

Thanks to the 3.5mm Jack auxiliary analog input on the back of the product you can easily connect Ruark R1 to your home network via Amazon's Alexa, or an Apple TV, or a Google Cast module. Whatever platform you prefer, you can listen in the highest quality with R1. Voice control and streaming have never been so easy and satisfying. If technological gadgets change quickly, your R1 will remain a faithful companion for many years! There is a reason why all Ruark products incorporate one or more auxiliary inputs and Bluetooth: in this way any technological gadget can be immediately connected and you don't have to worry about obsolescence and updates. Ruark R1 will always be in step with the times and connectable to any streaming device!

Top-notch materials

Ruark does not make radios. Create world-class audio systems. The materials used are the result of decades of research in the HiFi loudspeaker sector and the result is a complete and harmonious sound that will leave you speechless. No small loudspeaker can go that far and no other device of comparable size reaches these peaks of precision, power, harmony.

With DAB+ Ruark R1 knows no bounds

The quality of FM and DAB+ reception is unrivalled. DAB+ in particular is increasingly widespread and coverage is almost complete in Italy as well. The radio has never been so beautiful, never so many broadcasters! New stations, new possibilities!

Furthermore, with R1 the voice, the sound, the music will be clear and natural as never before. The driver, the amplification stage, the body of Ruark R1 are of the highest quality and the result will be a restful, natural, pleasant listening, without excesses, without rumbles. It will be like having an interlocutor in front of you.

Connect your smartphone and charge it, or take R1 anywhere

R1 is equipped with a USB-C connection that allows you to charge your devices. And with BackPack 3, the optional battery for R1, you can turn Ruark R1 Mk4 into a portable radio with many hours of listening.

Don't disturb anyone

Ruark R1 is equipped with a practical headphone output; so you can listen to what you want, at the volume you prefer, without disturbing anyone. Furthermore, by purchasing headphones equipped with a wireless transmitter, it will be possible to enjoy the sound of the R1 in total freedom.

Really, really HiFi radio

R1 is unanimously considered the best compact radio ever created, and this happens because at Ruark they understand the importance of the integrated design of the chassis and the driver: everything must work together to create an exceptional sound. Ruark R1 was actually developed as a mini high fidelity loudspeaker and is made with materials that offer the best acoustic properties. The use of Ruark full-range proprietary loudspeakers deserves a special mention, designed for a realistic rendering of vocal dynamics and a truly natural and fluid frequency response.

Handmade perfection

R1 is built with quality materials that Ruark knows well from its history as a manufacturer of high fidelity loudspeakers. The selection of materials and their combination offer the best possible sound. Furthermore, aesthetically, the combination of hand-finished natural wood and Hi-Tech materials has the further advantage of making the proposed products perceived as the result of care and ingenuity. Beautiful to hear and beautiful to see.

Wireless Bluetooth connections

With a built-in high quality Bluetooth receiver, you can wirelessly stream music, internet radio and other services like Spotify from your smartphone or computer directly to the R1. The tiny Ruark system remembers up to seven previous Bluetooth connections and allows users to conveniently switch between them. The audio quality of sound via Bluetooth with the R1 is sublime. A touch of modernity from the best table radio in the world: could you expect anything less?

Perfect for the bedroom

R1 is also a glorious bedside clock radio with two programmable alarms. You can set R1 to wake you from your dreams with beautiful, natural sound… exactly when you want. R1 also has sleep timers and an adjustable snooze function so you can snooze some more… or fall asleep to your favorite broadcasts.

Ruark R1 is chosen by the best luxury hotels around the world to provide guests with a touch of elegance and a refined sound, light years away from the croaking hum of traditional radios.

OLED display, maximum visibility

The OLED display vividly shows time, alarm and program information and automatically adjusts to match ambient light levels, making it a perfect night time companion.

FM and DAB+, self-contained clock

Digital and analogue reception is simply excellent. The R1 also features a real-time clock, and the time and date are maintained even when the power is disconnected or when DAB+ broadcast data is unavailable.

USB-C: ultra-updated

The most up-to-date USB ports could not be missing. The new Ruark R1 Mk4 features a USB-C charging and playback port, for maximum compatibility with the most modern smartphones and tablets, starting with the new iPhone 12.

Rotodial and remote control

The trademark RotoDial control system makes the R1 really easy to use. Also for those looking for remote operation, the compact Ruark R1 remote control is available as an option.

Rechargeable battery to go outdoors or wherever you want

Ruark BackPack III transforms the beautiful R1 tabletop radio and MR1 wireless speakers into completely portable products.

Release these miniature wonders from the socket and take them to the garden, garage, boat or wherever you want! BackPack 3 allows the R1 and MR1 to maintain peak performance … plus complete portability.

BackPack III connects seamlessly to the R1 and MR1 and, once installed, can be left permanently in place as it charges automatically whenever the audio systems are plugged in. A full charge provides up to twelve hours of listening without mains depending on the volume.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Classy sound with adaptive equalizer

• DAB, DAB+ and FM tuner

• High quality Bluetooth receiver

• RTC with backup battery

• Intuitive rotodial control system

• Linear amplifier with Ruark NaturalSound + driver

• High contrast OLED display with automatic dimming

• USB-C for device charging and shuffle port

• Molded enclosure in acoustically treated polymer

• Hand-crafted wooden slatted grille

• Adjustable EQ settings