{"product_id":"ruark-audio-r15-smart-radio","title":"Ruark Audio R1S Smart Radio","description":"\u003ch4\u003eRadio amplified\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eR1S Smart Radio\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRadio is thriving, with polls showing that for many people radio is still their favourite daytime entertainment. R1S takes this timeless medium to a new level, and with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth also built in, R1S is not just a radio, but more a complete musical solution that’s small enough to fit easily into your home, but capable enough to provide day long entertainment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStriking and natural sound quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpotify Connect, Deezer and Amazon Music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew generation Bluetooth 5 receiver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmartRadio with Internet\/DAB\/DAB+\/FM tuners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComprehensive dual alarms and sleep function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated podcast source\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBeautiful from every angle\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eR1S grabs attention with its flawless look and sound. With tactile curves, a choice of three finishes and composite hand-crafted grille, R1S exudes fresh contemporary design. The grille material is created from sustainable woods, which are carefully spliced, coloured, and recomposed to closely mimic the rich tones of slow growing hardwoods, without the ecological impact. The cabinet and grille blend perfectly with our trademark RotoDial controller and new colour display, to create a feel that captures the extra technical capabilities of R1S.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUnboxing R1S\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnology journalist and former editor for What Hi-Fi, Simon Lucas, unboxes one of our R1S units and takes you through some of the basic functions and features of this small, but powerful device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0429\/5301\/5446\/files\/Screenshot_2026-06-08_at_18-00-33_Ruark_R1S_Smart_Radio_Digital_Radio_1024x1024.png?v=1780913692\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatch the video\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"1639\" height=\"922\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/d33T1s6g_mQ\" title=\"Unboxing a Ruark R1S Smart Radio with Simon Lucas\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e‘Radio is thriving, with recent polls showing that for many, radio is still their favourite form of entertainment during the day’\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0429\/5301\/5446\/files\/product-quote-ns-r1s-xlarge-1x_600x600.jpg?v=1780913691\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0429\/5301\/5446\/files\/product-ns-r1s-front-700px_600x600.jpg?v=1780913691\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSupercharged radio\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRadio is evolving and with catch-up services and podcasts now in the mix, the time has never been better to rediscover just how enjoyable this medium can be. With its SmartRadio tuner, R1S allows access to stations worldwide and with the rise of podcasts, R1S has a source dedicated to this growing format. The choice of stations is vast, but with R1S’s search facility, finding those you want is easy via our intuitive RotoDial controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith Wi-Fi and Bluetooth streaming also built in, the appeal of R1S is further enhanced. R1S directly supports Spotify Connect, Amazon Music and Deezer and with its Bluetooth 5 receiver, virtually every other service available. The Bluetooth function remembers up to six devices and provides excellent sound quality and efficiency, meaning minimal drain on battery powered devices such as phones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cvideo width=\"100%\" controls=\"controls\"\u003e\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/www.ruarkaudio.com\/assets\/videos\/r1s-video.mp4?v4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\n  Your browser does not support HTML video.\n\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0429\/5301\/5446\/files\/product-ns-content-top-r1s-700px.jpg?v=1780913692\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eClass leading sound and more\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a crisp colour display, time, alarm, and programme information are clearly shown and on streamed sources, album, and station artwork can be displayed too. The display also auto-adjusts to suit light levels, making it an ideal bedside companion. Other features include a USB-C charge and MP3 playback port, headphone output and a switchable line input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost importantly, radio and streaming technologies are only truly enjoyable if they are matched with great sound! Powering R1S is a dynamic linear amplifier which with adaptive equalisation, provides a highly listenable sound at all levels. In its optimised enclosure our custom NS+ driver delivers a smooth and extended response with bass performance that belies its compact dimensions. Without question, R1S will have you listening and discovering just how good new generation radio can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0429\/5301\/5446\/files\/product-ns-content-remote-r1s-700px.jpg?v=1780913691\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eControl at a distance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur optional compact remote is a convenient addition to R1S and with four direct pre-set buttons you can quickly access your favourite stations and playlists. Also available is a free to download Android and iOS app called Oktiv. This also allows full control of R1S and is particularly useful for searching radio stations and podcasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.frontiersmart.oktiv\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload Oktiv for Android\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/gb\/app\/oktiv\/id1589212765\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDownload Oktiv for iOS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0429\/5301\/5446\/files\/full-width-ns-r1s-02-xlarge-1x.jpg?v=1780913691\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The Ruark R1S might have heritage styling, but it’s cutting-edge underneath, with extensive connectivity and smartphone app support.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Trusted Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“If you’re in the market for a compact bookshelf DAB radio and streaming speaker, then the Ruark R1S is an excellent choice. It looks fantastic and it sounds great.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Expert Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“With its subtle curves, elegant Mid Grey finish and composite wood hand-crafted grille, R1S exudes fresh contemporary design.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Menswear Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“You won’t find a more stylish radio than the Ruark R1S.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-Trusted reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HeyNow Hi-Fi","offers":[{"title":"Mid Grey","offer_id":49217482653939,"sku":null,"price":649.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Light Cream","offer_id":49217482686707,"sku":null,"price":649.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Satin Charcoal","offer_id":49217482719475,"sku":null,"price":649.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0429\/5301\/5446\/files\/r1s-07.jpg?v=1780913848","url":"https:\/\/www.heynowhifi.com.au\/products\/ruark-audio-r15-smart-radio","provider":"HeyNow Hi-Fi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}