About The Ruark Audio R3S Connected Music System
Pull up a chair, take the weight off your feet. Stream something new or find those CDs you thought you had forgotten about and listen to something from a while back. The memories, in high definition detail, come flooding back. With R3S it's time to discover again the music you love and just how enjoyable and relaxing listening can be through a system that will enhance your home and life.
"We design products that appeal to the heart as much as the head. Products that we ourselves would be proud to own. R3S combines all the entertainment most people will need in a beautiful and easy to use system." Alan O'Rourke, Managing Director, Ruark Audio
Compact Design, Expansive Sound: Building upon its already impressive performance, R3 has been further refined and is now named R3S. Outwardly R3S retains the same beautiful compact design with its acoustically tuned handcrafted cabinet and high contrast O-LED display, but inwardly R3S features a powerful new processor and revised circuitry to deliver slicker performance and an even more engaging sound.
Driving the system is a dynamic High Fidelity amplifier combined with Ruark's custom NS+ drivers and for R3S they've now included STEREO+ sound processing which was developed for the limited edition R5 Signature. This creates a broader soundstage with depth and realism that extends way beyond R3S's compact stature. Whatever your taste in music, R3S will fulfil the needs of even the most discerning listener.
Music, Radio and Podcasts, Live & On-Demand: R3S directly supports key streaming services including Spotify Connect*, Amazon Music and Deezer, and with its latest generation Bluetooth 5 receiver every other streaming service available. Bluetooth 5 provides excellent sound quality with a more robust and efficient connection meaning that connected devices will run longer without needing a recharge. The Bluetooth function also seamlessly integrates with the volume control on phones and tablets, so when volume is adjusted this also shows on the display of R3S.
*R3S will also support Spotify Hi-Fi when made available
Radio is evolving and with its SmartRadio tuner R3S will maximise your enjoyment of this timeless medium. DAB+ and FM tuners provide access to local and national broadcasts and its Internet Tuner allows you to access high quality streams and stations world-wide. In addition with the growth of Podcasts, R3S now has a source dedicated to this increasingly popular format. For listen again shows and whatever your interest, a podcast to suit your taste is only a few clicks away using the slick RotoDial controller or supplied IR remote. Also available is a free Android and iOS control app called Oktiv. This also allows full control of R3S and is particularly useful for searching Internet radio stations and podcasts.
CD Playback & Much More: CD is still a fantastic way to enjoy music and with its high specification player R3S allows customers to reconnect with their CDs and rediscover the fun of browsing cover art and the liner notes on the pull-out sleeves. Alongside standard CDs, R3S will also plays self-made CDs encoded with WAV and MP3 files and in addition displays track and artist information when the data is available on the disc.
On the rear panel they've included a USB-C playback and charge port, a headphone output and switchable analogue and digital inputs so devices such as a Turntable or TV can be easily connected. For film buffs and lovers of bass orientated music, the line outputs can be switched so they can be used for connection to an active subwoofer. Many good quality active subwoofers will work with R3S to add an extra level of dynamic realism to its already impressive sound.
Our Take
Building upon its already impressive performance for 2023, R3 has been further refined and is now named R3S. Outwardly R3S retains the same beautiful compact design with its acoustically tuned handcrafted cabinet and high contrast O-LED display, but inwardly R3S features a powerful new processor and revised circuitry to deliver slicker performance and an even more engaging sound.
With the addition of Internet Radio & the ability to play Podcasts, the R3S is the next evolution of the Ruark R3. Its beautiful exterior finish will be at home in any interior and the ability to play Spotify Connect, Amazon Music and Deezer is a welcome addition to all those who have discovered the joys of music streaming. Just like all the previous iterations, we think the Ruark R3S will be a big hit.
With R3S it's time to discover again the music you love and just how enjoyable and relaxing listening can be through a system that will enhance your home and life.
Main Features & Specifications
- Design: Connected Music System with CD, Clock/Radio & Music Streaming
- Pair with the Ruark Audio RS1 Subwoofer for extra bass and better sound
- Multi-format slot-loading CD Player
- Spotify Connect, Deezer and Amazon Music (R3S will also support Spotify Hi-Fi when made available)
- SmartRadio with Internet, DAB+ & FM Tuners
- New generation Bluetooth 5 Receiver
- Comprehensive dual alarms and sleep timer
- Dedicated podcast source
- Class leading audio with enhanced Stereo+ sound
- Adaptive EQ provides ideal sound at all volumes
- Acoustically tuned handcrafted enclosure
- Powerful high fidelity Class A-B stereo amplifier
- Ruark NS+ neodymium full range drivers
- Stereo+ sound processing
- Adjustable bass and treble settings
- Intuitive Ruark RotoDial controller
- Remote Control with direct access presets included
- Presets to store favourite stations and playlists – 8 per source
- Full control and search with free Oktiv control app
- USB-C port for MP3 playback and phone charging
- Switchable analogue and digital inputs for aux devices
- Multilingual UI (EN, DA, NL, FR, DE, IT, NO, PL, ES, SV)
- Analogue stereo output
- Active subwoofer output
- Headphone output memorises the last used volume
- Auto dimming high contrast display
- Automatic standby after 20 minutes of inactivity
- Finishes: Soft Grey Lacquer or Rich Walnut Veneer with Lead Grey Fabric Grille
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 420 x 167 x 220mm including RotoDial and aerial
- Weight: 5.3 kg
- Manufacturer's Warranty: 1 Year
Note: Features and Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE.