Serious Small Audio

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serious small audio range brochure About us At Ruark we are passionate about sound and design! As a family owned British company, we have worked within the UK audio industry for over 30 years, creating high quality loudspeaker systems for music and audio enthusiasts. With evocative names such as Talisman, Equinox and Solstice, our award winning designs have long been sought after and admired world-wide. Since launching in 2006 our models have quickly become made a radical decision to diversify and apply our recognised as the finest available. The Sunday Telegraph expertise to design a small range of high quality described our R1 as “the Aston Martin of DAB radios”. radio based products, with three main goals: This sentiment succinctly describes our philosophy and Mission. To design and produce products that appeal to the heart as much as the head. Products that we ourselves would be proud to own. Design. To create design icons of the future! Clean lines and proportions allied to unique features such as our ‘RotoDial’ control system make our products instantly recognisable and give us a distinctive we believe that our products are an investment which you will cherish and enjoy for years to come. We hope that you enjoy browsing our brochure and find the information you need, however should you require further advice please do not hesitate to contact us directly. All our contact details are listed on the back page of this brochure. brand identity. Performance & Functionality. Our goal is for class leading performance, intuitive operation and utilities that are of real benefit, rather than frivolous features that may seldom be used. Alan O’Rourke Founder and Managing Director about us Using the same exacting standards, in 2004 we R1 deluxe tabletop radio Our first generation R1 laid down a style which make our products unique. With the launch of our second generation in August 2010, the spirit of our original design remains, however, with numerous refinements we’ve created a successor which is enhanced and even more desirable. The new R1 allows customers to set their radio as they like it! Sound quality as standard is outstanding, but with adjustable audio settings, the sound can now be fine tuned to suit customer needs. On the rear panel a headphone output is provided along with an audio output so R1 can be connected to another audio system as a DAB/ DAB+/FM tuner if required. Also included is a line input, to enable portable audio devices such as an iPod to be connected and enjoyed with R1’s refined sound. Switchable auxiliary input for MP3 and other audio devices. Exclusive RotoDial control with soft illumination. The perfect radio to enjoy all music and sporting events… git al Ra dios M ay 201 1 BackPack & CarryPack From research, we know that many customers still desire a radio that can be For those seeking a high quality radio-alarm, the R1 carried and enjoyed is also a perfect choice. The easy to read large format where mains power display can be set so it automatically adjusts to suit room is not available, but light levels and programmable twin alarms allow for the common practise daily, weekday and weekend settings. When activated, the of placing batteries inside steals valuable volume, which alarm softly rises to your pre-determined volume level. often results in poor sound quality! To overcome this we’ve R1 also features sleep and snooze functions making it an designed an optional rechargeable power pack, which ideal bedside companion. integrates seamlessly with R1. Called ‘BackPack’ this stylish device provides hours of ‘wire-free’ listening and once fitted can be left permanently attached. To protect Limited Edition R1 Orange Available Summer 2012 and aid portability, we’ve also created a complementary carry-case crafted from high quality leather. ‘CarryPack’ brings an unabashed retro feel to R1 and further enhances its design. deluxe tabletop radio Di R2i tabletop stereo “Ruark Audio make some of the best-sounding, best-looking tabletop stereos around” Best Buy – Time Out Magazine Serious small audio describes our desire to design compact These finishes combine with the steel panels, mesh systems which we believe are the best available and R2i grilles and soft touch controls to create a tactile feel embodies our principles in a product that looks and sounds to match R2i’s elegant design. Finally our trademark sublime! With a DAB/DAB+/FM tuner, universal iPod dock and ‘RotoDial’ controller sits on top, allowing intuitive two auxiliary inputs, R2i is a complete music solution, perfect for operation of R2i and iPod functions. those seeking high quality sound from a compact package. Like our other models, the enclosure of R2i is crafted from materials selected for their excellent acoustic properties and clad in a choice of walnut veneer or high gloss lacquers. Two switchable auxiliary inputs for MP3 and other audio devices. High contrast display with large format ‘easy to read’ clock. Love radio? Love music? You’ll love R2i... tabletop stereo Whilst R2i undeniably looks stylish, sonically it’s equally impressive! Our custom designed drive units and electronics provide a scale of sound that is perfect for use in kitchens, dining rooms, studies and offices. Also with its easy-to use alarm, R2i makes a sublime bedroom system and the supplied remote control allows key R2i and iPod functions to be set and operated from the comfort of your chair or bed. Other features of R2i have also been carefully considered. On the front panel the high contrast display makes time and programme information clearly legible and a headphone output along with a line input allows easy connection of other audio devices. On the rear panel two pairs of quality phono sockets are provided. The first gives audio outputs to link to a secondary system and the second an additional input for the permanent connection of a TV/DVD or suchlike. Such connectivity makes R2i hugely versatile. R4i integrated music system “Whether you’re listening to a CD, docked iPod or the DAB tuner, the R4i is an absolute joy” What Hi-Fi Magazine One glance at R4i and you’ll desire one! Listen and this With no wires other than a power lead to worry about, emotion grows, because R4i produces a majestic sound that simply plug in, switch on and within minutes you’ll you simply will not expect from such a neat design. have room filling sound that will satisfy even the most discerning listener. Comprising a multi format CD player, iPod dock, USB playback port, DAB/DAB+/FM tuner and auxiliary inputs allied to a powerful speaker system, the R4i is in many ways a traditional music centre, though one designed and engineered for 21st Century living. Intuitive docking ‘RotoDial’ provides remote control of R4i and iPod functions. USB port for playback of MP3 and WMA music files A music system for the 21st Century we design every aspect of our products here in the UK. As an example, most small audio systems use amplifier modules for ease of construction and cost however, for R4i we developed our own 2.1 amplifier system using discrete component technology. This method is usually only found in specialist ‘Hi-Fi’ components, but to obtain the best performance we knew that this was our only choice. With Through careful design we endeavour to make our our years of experience products a pleasure to use. Employing our trademark in loudspeaker design RotoDial controller, all R4i and iPod functions can be and meticulous intuitively operated. Exclusively for R4i we’ve taken optimisation, voices our RotoDial controller a stage further so it can be and music are detached and function as a great looking remote reproduced with control. With its tactile design, it feels comfortable to clarity and realism, hold and is a guaranteed talking point. in a soundstage that truly belies the R4i’s compact dimensions. Universal iPod Dock supports and charges all iPod models produced from January 2004 onward. iPod Shuffle and earlier models are supported by front and rear auxiliary inputs. integrated music system To create systems which we believe are the finest available, Features & Specifications Rich, natural sound quality Display backlight autoadjusts to suit ambient light level Tuned acoustic enclosure ‘My EQ’ treble and bass settings DAB, DAB+ and FM Tuner with RDS Loudness function Superb stereo sound quality Optimised dual enclosure DAB, DAB+ and FM 10 Station Presets Stereo headphone output (5 DAB/5 FM) Switchable auxiliary input for MP3 and other audio devices Easy-to-use dual alarms with once, daily, weekday and weekend settings supports all iPod models 9 watts nominal power output Detachable aerial allows connection to external source Custom RotoDial control with soft illumination High contrast display with large format ‘easy to read’ clock Available CarryPack finishes: Black and Tan grained leather Universal iPod Dock produced from January 2004 onward Two switchable auxiliary inputs for MP3 and other audio devices Compact remote handset provides remote operation of R2i and iPod Dimensions H170 x W130 x D135mm functions Weight: 1.5 Kg processing 2 x 3.5” custom longthrow drive units Custom RotoDial control with soft illumination Tuner with RDS 10 Station Presets (5 DAB/5 FM) 3.5” custom long-throw drive unit 20 watts nominal power output Enhanced 3D sound High contrast display with large format ‘easy to read’ clock Selectable tone and loudness settings Stereo headphone output Detachable aerial allows connection to external source Easy-to-use clock and alarm functions Dimensions H120 x W340 x D185mm Weight: 3.6 Kg Class leading stereo sound Optimised triple acoustic enclosure 80 watts nominal power output Integrated active subwoofer DAB, DAB+ and FM Tuner with RDS Custom high-fidelity drive units 10 Station Presets (5 DAB/5 FM) Custom RotoDial handset provides remote operation of R4i and iPod functions Slot loading CD player plays CD-Audio, MP3 and WMA music disks Enhanced 3D sound processing Universal iPod Dock supports all iPod models produced from January 2004 onward USB playback port for MP3 and WMA music files ID3 tag support for MP3 files on CD and USB Two switchable auxiliary inputs for MP3 and other audio devices Selectable tone and loudness settings Detachable aerial allows connection to external source Stereo headphone output Easy-to-use clock and alarm functions Dimensions H145 x W450 x D255mm Weight: 8 Kg Available finishes: Midnight Black Dream white Rich walnut veneer Midnight Black Dream white Rich walnut veneer Midnight Black Dream white Rich walnut veneer “The true glory here is sound that needs no special pleading on grounds of convenience – full bodied, neutral and detailed” “If your desktop radio needs to be a cut above the norm, look no further.” What Hi-Fi Awards 2009 Best Buy – Hi-Fi Choice Magazine “Simple the most beautiful radio in the world” “It’s one for the grown-ups amongst us who just want rich room-filling sound” Tatler Magazine “The luxurious R4i is everything a music lover could ask for” Sunday Telegraph London Evening Standard “The R1 remains the most gorgeous DAB radio money can buy” T3 Magazine 59 Tailors Court, Temple Farm Industrial Estate, Southend on Sea, Essex SS2 5TH, United Kingdom www.ruarkaudio.com Follow us ® iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. 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