R1 Compact Radio From Ruark 

25th November 2020

The fourth-generation R1 called, wait for it, the Mk4 has been released on its 14th anniversary because of course, 14 is such a significant number. It includes a Bluetooth receiver, USB-C charge and playback port, switchable auxiliary input and headphone output

The new speaker features newly applied acoustic treatment that, says the company makes this model, “acoustically inert”.

R1 Compact Radio From Ruark 

A linear amplifier powers the company’s NS+ driver.

R1 Compact Radio From Ruark 

An OLED display shows time, alarm and programme information and auto adjusts to suit ambient light levels. 

R1 Compact Radio From Ruark 

Time and date are kept live when power is disconnected or when transmitted data is not available.

R1 Compact Radio From Ruark 

The usual RotoDial control system is featured plus a compact remote control is available as an optional extra.

R1 Compact Radio From Ruark 

Other features include DAB, DAB+, FM radio and adjustable EQ settings.

R1 Compact Radio From Ruark 

The unit arrives in light cream lacquer with ash grille and Espresso lacquer with a walnut grille.

Spanning 175 x 130 x 135mm, the R1 weighs in at 1.5kg and is priced at £229.

To read more, click www.ruarkaudio.com