Ruark Audio R1S (Mid-Grey) is rated
out of
5 by
109.
Ruark Audio R1S (Mid-Grey)
Smart Radio
£299
Starting life as a premium quality radio, the Ruark R1S now features a vast array of streaming options – yet it’s still the best bedside radio in the business.
Premium entertainment
The Ruark R1 has always been a favourite bedside/kitchen radio. The combination of top quality sound, premium finish and flexible features makes it a firm favourite. The latest R1S takes this winning formula and super-charges the spec, so that it now includes a vast array of streaming music options – plus it still has that legendary built-in radio, too.
Class-leading sound
Although it now has a wider range of music streaming options than ever, it’s still the sound quality that sets the R1S apart from its rivals. Featuring Ruark’s NaturalSound+ driver and hi-fi grade Class A/B amplifier, the R1S delivers an impressively smooth and natural sound for such a compact speaker. There’s ample volume to fill a smaller area with life-like sound, while adjustable EQ settings tailor the audio to your preference.
Now with music streaming
For the first time on an R1 speaker, wi-fi connectivity makes an appearance. Connect to your hub and enjoy a vast range of streaming music options. Compatible with popular services such as Spotify Connect (with Premium account), Amazon Music, and Deezer, the R1S gives you access to a near limitless range of music. If you enjoy listening to radio and podcasts from around the world, Internet radio services, including catch-up services are also on hand.
SmartRadio Tuner – includes DAB
It wouldn’t be a true R1 unless it also had a traditional tuner built-in, which is why the R1S is equipped with DAB+/DAB/FM tuners. DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) gives access to the widest range of stations, in crisp and clear digital sound quality. In case your favourite stations aren't available in DAB, this Ruark radio is also equipped with an FM tuner.
New generation Bluetooth 5 connection
As well as wi-fi, the R1S connects to your device via Bluetooth. Connect your smartphone, tablet or other Bluetooth music source and effortlessly stream your stored music or streaming music services. Bluetooth Gen 5 offers improved efficiency and superior sound quality to earlier versions, making a great alternative to wi-fi when you’re out of reach of the signal or just need a fast connection for a temporary device.
Connect other sources
For a direct connection with your HiRes player, smartphone or MP3 player, there’s a USB-C connection for playback and charge. There’s also a 3.5mm AUX input that’s perfect for plugging in a CD player or other music source with analogue output. For private listening, a headphone socket is fitted.
Easy control, with Rotodial
At the top of the R1S, you’ll find Ruark’s signature control system – Rotodial. This intuitive control system groups all the functions together and makes it easy to switch between sources, change the volume, change tracks and more. Alternatively, there’s the new Oktive app for smartphone control. An infrared remote control is available at additional cost.
Improved, full colour display with clock and alarm
With its full colour TFT display, large format clock and built-in alarm, the R1S makes a premium bedside system. The easily programmed, dual alarm comes with a wide range of features, including once, daily, weekday and weekend settings plus snooze and sleep timers. A light sensor automatically dims or brightens the screen, making it unobtrusive as a bedside music system.
Luxurious wood and mid-grey finish
Ruark have a long held reputation for producing some of the finest speaker finishes and the R1S is no exception. The new mid-grey finish elegantly blends in with its surroundings. The composite wood grille has a walnut finish, yet is made from sustainable woods for less ecological impact.
Add the optional BP3 battery pack and use it anywhere
You can make the R1S even more flexible by adding the optional Ruark BP3 BackPack III. Add the optional rechargeable battery and the R1S becomes fully portable. With a battery life of up to 12 hours, the Ruark is ideal for longer stints outside or as a radio in the bathroom. Charge time is around 5 hours.
Wake up to premium sound and style, with the Ruark R1S.
Premium entertainment
The Ruark R1 has always been a favourite bedside/kitchen radio. The combination of top quality sound, premium finish and flexible features makes it a firm favourite. The latest R1S takes this winning formula and super-charges the spec, so that it now includes a vast array of streaming music options – plus it still has that legendary built-in radio, too.
Class-leading sound
Although it now has a wider range of music streaming options than ever, it’s still the sound quality that sets the R1S apart from its rivals. Featuring Ruark’s NaturalSound+ driver and hi-fi grade Class A/B amplifier, the R1S delivers an impressively smooth and natural sound for such a compact speaker. There’s ample volume to fill a smaller area with life-like sound, while adjustable EQ settings tailor the audio to your preference.
Now with music streaming
For the first time on an R1 speaker, wi-fi connectivity makes an appearance. Connect to your hub and enjoy a vast range of streaming music options. Compatible with popular services such as Spotify Connect (with Premium account), Amazon Music, and Deezer, the R1S gives you access to a near limitless range of music. If you enjoy listening to radio and podcasts from around the world, Internet radio services, including catch-up services are also on hand.
SmartRadio Tuner – includes DAB
It wouldn’t be a true R1 unless it also had a traditional tuner built-in, which is why the R1S is equipped with DAB+/DAB/FM tuners. DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) gives access to the widest range of stations, in crisp and clear digital sound quality. In case your favourite stations aren't available in DAB, this Ruark radio is also equipped with an FM tuner.
New generation Bluetooth 5 connection
As well as wi-fi, the R1S connects to your device via Bluetooth. Connect your smartphone, tablet or other Bluetooth music source and effortlessly stream your stored music or streaming music services. Bluetooth Gen 5 offers improved efficiency and superior sound quality to earlier versions, making a great alternative to wi-fi when you’re out of reach of the signal or just need a fast connection for a temporary device.
Connect other sources
For a direct connection with your HiRes player, smartphone or MP3 player, there’s a USB-C connection for playback and charge. There’s also a 3.5mm AUX input that’s perfect for plugging in a CD player or other music source with analogue output. For private listening, a headphone socket is fitted.
Easy control, with Rotodial
At the top of the R1S, you’ll find Ruark’s signature control system – Rotodial. This intuitive control system groups all the functions together and makes it easy to switch between sources, change the volume, change tracks and more. Alternatively, there’s the new Oktive app for smartphone control. An infrared remote control is available at additional cost.
Improved, full colour display with clock and alarm
With its full colour TFT display, large format clock and built-in alarm, the R1S makes a premium bedside system. The easily programmed, dual alarm comes with a wide range of features, including once, daily, weekday and weekend settings plus snooze and sleep timers. A light sensor automatically dims or brightens the screen, making it unobtrusive as a bedside music system.
Luxurious wood and mid-grey finish
Ruark have a long held reputation for producing some of the finest speaker finishes and the R1S is no exception. The new mid-grey finish elegantly blends in with its surroundings. The composite wood grille has a walnut finish, yet is made from sustainable woods for less ecological impact.
Add the optional BP3 battery pack and use it anywhere
You can make the R1S even more flexible by adding the optional Ruark BP3 BackPack III. Add the optional rechargeable battery and the R1S becomes fully portable. With a battery life of up to 12 hours, the Ruark is ideal for longer stints outside or as a radio in the bathroom. Charge time is around 5 hours.
Wake up to premium sound and style, with the Ruark R1S.
Overview
Rechargeable Battery
Optional
Smart Features
Smartphone control
Yes
Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
Headphone Output
1 x (3.5mm)
USB
1 x (USB-C)
General
Manufacturer's Warranty
2 years
Features
Alarm/Clock
Yes
Text Display
Yes
Dimensions
Dimensions WxHxD (mm)
130 x 175 × 135
Weight
Weight (KG)
1.6
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Luis1 from
Some teething problems
Hello, my first experience was bad as the RS1 was constantly blocking, especially on the Internet radio and Spotify sources. It took me a few days to realize that the cause was the Undok app. From the moment I started using the Oktiv app, everything has worked well. The apps I'm referring to are for IOS.
Grateful
Date published: 2024-04-09
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Lollipop from
Happy customer
I am very pleased with my recently purchased R1S Smart Radio. The internet reception is is much better than DAB+ in this area of poor radio reception. My only slight criticism would be of the minimal printed instruction leaflet accompanying the radio. However Ruark How to… videos on YouTube provide full ready remedies.
Date published: 2024-04-09
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Mintola from
Lovely design, great sound, fabulous
I bought this a couple of weeks ago to replace by bedside DAB radio which somehow no longer received DAB. I chose the internet enabled Ruark option to give me more choice. Couldn't believe how cute the design was or how it was to set up (really intuitive, didn't follow any instructions). The bonus is that I wake up to the radio again!
Date published: 2024-04-07
Rated 5 out of
5
by
N.v.t. from
Awesome device!
I bought this one!! month ago and I’m happy I did!!!
Date published: 2024-04-01
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Pip007 from
Ruark R1S
I bought this last month as I needed a new kitchen radio. I am very pleased with the sound and mostly with the ease of use. I bought the remote which works well. The Undock app is a bit tricky to use and set up. In particular the way you set up the presets is awkward. I also have communiction issues with the radio, the app is not always reliable with the connection to the radio
Date published: 2024-03-26
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Phil77 from
A great replacement for our our DAB radio
With the move of several stations to DAB+, it was time to update our original DAB radio with a new one so we could continue to enjoy our favourite stations. Having being impressed with our other Ruark radio, we looked no further to find a radio for the bed side table. We've been very impressed by the R1S and it's range of features. The only issue which prevented a 5 star rating is the Oktiv app - if the app was able to configure the wakeup alarms, it would be really helpful and would save fiddling on with the menus on the radio. A small problem on an otherwise great radio.
Date published: 2024-03-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Steve197 from
Excellent radio / speaker.
Purchased last week to replace an old Sonos speaker. Set up is simple.
Connects easily with Spotify connect. Internet radio works really well.
Sound is excellent and easy to control via phone.
Date published: 2024-03-17
Rated 4 out of
5
by
simmm from
Enjoyable but with some software limitations
Overall satisfied and love listening to it, but the following could be improved:
- only 8 presets possible (why not just push a firmware update that allows for more, this shouldn't be too difficult?)
- the remote only allows choosing among 4 presets
- no way to effortlessly flip through the saved stations (no "next" button for presets)
- would have loved Tidal integrated as I don't use Spotify/Deezer/Amazon
Date published: 2024-03-14
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