A fresh approach
Each generation of our R1 has been an evolution of the original, but with R1 Mk4 we have been more progressive both in design and performance.
Using a precision moulding process has allowed us to gently profile the enclosure, providing a fresh contemporary look and the perfect surface for our eye catching soft sheen lacquer finishes. With internal acoustic treatment, the enclosure is acoustically inert, providing the ideal housing for our electronics and NS+ driver.
Enhancing the design further is the hand-crafted slatted wood grille. This adds sophistication and creates a timeless Eames like vibe, but overall, the design of R1 Mk4 is unique and distinctly Ruark.
A new standard in sound
Our previous R1 models were critically acclaimed for their sound quality, but R1 Mk4 is our best performer yet! With our heritage in high-fidelity loudspeakers, we understand the intricacies of enclosure and drive unit design and making sure that both are optimised to each other for best performance. In particular, we are proud of the neodymium NS+ driver we developed for R1, which delivers a smooth and natural frequency response and surprising bass performance for its size.
Driving the system is a punchy Class A/B linear amplifier and with adaptive equalisation it provides an eminently listenable sound at all volume levels.
Packed with features
The crisp OLED display on R1 clearly shows time, alarm and programme information and auto adjusts to suit ambient light levels, making it a perfect bedside companion. Radio reception is excellent, and a quality Bluetooth receiver allows you to connect and enjoy R1’s great sound when streaming from a phone or computer.
FM parameters can be set to suit US and Japanese needs and a multilingual user interface makes R1 a truly international product. Also an internal clock means time and date are kept active when power is disconnected or when transmitted time data is not available. Other highlights include a USB-C charge/shuffle playback port, headphone output, switchable line input and of course our trademark and tactile RotoDial control system.
As we said back in 2006, radio never sounded or looked this good.
