Ruark have introduced new features to their retro inspired music centre, the R7, which was first introduced in 2013. Ruark say “with eye-catching styling and amazing audio quality, the R7 is a revolutionary music centre in the true spirit of the classic radiogram, designed to reignite people’s passion for music and radio”. The audio enhancements have been achieved through improvements to the linear amplifiers along with changes to the crossovers.

Features:

2.1 stereo sound system

Triple optimised bass reflect enclosures

DAB, DAB+ and FM Tuner with RDS

Now available in matte black and matte white finish, as well as classic real walnut

Ultra black, high contrast fluorescent display

Dual aerial inputs

Comprehensive Internet Radio functionality

Shot loading CD player plays CDAudio, MP3 music disks

Full Wi-Fi capability allows wireless networking and music streaming

Bluetooth with aptX allows CD quality direct streaming with compatible devices

2 x analogue inputs

1 x optical and 1 x coax digital input

Charge-port for charging smartphones and tablets

2 x 5.5” dual concentric stereo drivers

1 x 8” long throw subwoofer

160 watts nominal power output

RotoDial radio remote – does not require ‘line of sight’ compared to infra-red remotes

Front panel control buttons

Adjustable EQ settings

Enhanced 3D sound processing

Stereo headphone output

Dimensions (without legs): H175 x W1000 x D400mm

Weight: 30kg

Supplied with spindle legs for free-standing mode or puck feet for mounting R7 on existing sideboard or AV cabinet

Optional TV mount

Designed, developed and engineered in Britain, The R7 is priced at £2000.