Ruark recently announced the Ruark R5 which embodies the knowledge of the past with visions of the future and Ruark says it’ll be the perfect all in one HiFi system for music lovers and enthusiasts alike. R5 is a High Fidelity Music System that is designed for life coming spring 2019, it’s been designed from the previous model, the R7. Not only does R5 feature technology from the R7 but it is scaled down to create a flagship model for all to enjoy. It looks great and we are confident it will also sound amazing.
Connection Heaven – What can i connect to the R5?
Whether you’re wirelessly streaming or want to connect a turntable or TV, R5 has it covered. For direct streaming, R5’s aptX HD Bluetooth receiver provides above CD quality from compatible devices and with a broadband connection you’ll have access to internet radio stations worldwide and an infinite library of music through services such as Spotify, Amazon Music, Deezer and Tidal. Moreover, with both analogue and digital inputs it’s also easy to connect and enjoy other devices. In particular R5 makes a great sound system for TVs.
Inside Technology
Ruark pride themselves on visual design they know every piece of technology beneath the surface that really counts! Lots of thought and time has been put into R5, it uses a high capacity linear power supply with Class A-B amplifiers and active electronics and equalisation to precisely control the loudspeaker units. This technology is usually only found in specialist high value audio equipment, pretty impressive, right?
Intuative Controls
Not only can you control R5 from Ruark’s link app avaliable from the Google or Apple play stores, it also features a slick control system which is easy to use like the flagship R7, R5 also includes a matching remote which mirrors exactly the main controller. With the Link App you can have full control over R5 and have a multi room set up with ease.
R5 has a lot to offer, it comes at a price of ยฃ999 RRP and will be available in Rich Walnut veneer with Camira Lead Grey grille fabric and Soft Grey lacquer with Camira Lead Grey grille fabric and will be available at Hifix as soon as it is released.
R5 is a High Fidelity Music System Specifications:
Ruark R5 Sound
- 2 ร Ruark Audio 75mm full-range driver with a neodymium magnet system
- Integrated active subwoofer with 125mm long throw driver
- Linear Class A-B Amplifier, 90 watts nominal output
- Adjustable treble and bass settings
- Enhanced 3D sound processing
- Audio grade components throughout
- Loudness function provides enhanced sound at low volume levels
Ruark R5 CD Player
- Slot loading CD player plays CD-Audio, MP3, AAC and WMA music disks
- Text support for CD and USB playback when available
Ruark R5 Wireless
- Wireless DLNA audio streaming from network attached storage devices and PCs
Ruark R5 Multi-Room Ready
- Multi-Room mode allows R5 to be wirelessly connected and synchronised with up to seven other Ruark connected models. These include MRx, R2 Mk3 and R7 Mk3
Tuner
- DAB, DAB+ and FM Tuner with RDS for local and national reception
- Internet Receiver for world-wide radio reception
- 30 station pre-sets (10 DAB, 10 FM, 10 Internet)
Bluetooth
- Built in aptX HD Bluetooth receiver provides 24-bit high resolution playback from compatible devices
Spotify Connect
- Spotify Connect provides seamless integration with Spotify App and access to 20+ million tracks
Other Music Services
- R5 also supports music services from Amazon Music, Deezer and Tidal
Display
- High contrast OLED display with large format clock
- Adjustable brightness to suit requirements
Connectivity
- 1 ร RIAA gain stage input for turntable (RCA connectors)
- 1 ร stereo analogue inputs (RCA connectors)
- 1 ร digital optical TOSLINK input
- 1 ร stereo analogue output (RCA connectors)
- USB charge (5V 1.0A) and playback port. Codec’s supported include WAV, WMA, AAC, FLAC and MP3
- Ethernet port for direct connection to network
- Front mounted stereo headphone output
Alarm
- Easy-to-use programable dual alarm with once, daily, weekday and weekend settings
- Adjustable alarm volume
- Adjustable snooze and sleep timers
Controls
- Intuitive โclick to select’ RotoDial control system and matching RotoDial radio remote
- Ruark LINK app provides full control of R5 from iOS and Android devices
Ruark R5 Standard Finishes |
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Rich Walnut veneer with Camira Lead Grey grille fabric |
Soft Grey lacquer with Camira Lead Grey grille fabric |
Mains Power Requirement
- 100-120/200-240VAC, 50-60Hz
Dimensions
- H142 ร W520 ร D300mm
Weight
- 9.5kg
Price
- ยฃ999.00 (SRP UK)
Keep up to date and learn more on the Ruark website.
Find us at: 163 Spon Street, Coventry, CV1 3BB
Visit us online at: www.hifix.co.uk
Or call: 02476 631 707