About The Tivoli Audio Model One Digital Gen 2
Tivoli Audio's Model One Digital Radio Generation 2 is the latest family member to join the range. Enjoy wireless streaming from your smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth and, new for Gen 2, Apple AirPlay 2 or Google Chromecast. Select your favourite songs from Spotify and other Internet services via Wi-Fi. You can even listen to the footy or cricket on a DAB+ or FM station. Good news is it still has the same classic looks and great sound Tivoli have made famous.
You probably don't remember the great-sounding, beautifully designed radios of 60 years ago. But you've probably heard on the grape-vine as to just how good they sounded. Since the year 2000, Tivoli Audio have re-invented those well-made and great sounding radios but in a beautiful compact design. The Model One has sold by the truckload the world over. However, it has just got better! The Tivoli Audio Model One Digital Generation 2 is now available and has been brought up-to-date with all the latest radio formats and streaming capabilities. Let's take a closer look at them.
DAB+ Radio: The rest of the world hasn't woken up to the great sound enjoyed by those of us who are lucky enough to have DAB+ radio transmission. Some promote the extra stations as being the big attraction and that's not a bad thing but really it is the sound quality that is the standout. The important thing for you to know is that like AM and FM, DAB+ radio also has its limitations and is not available all over Australia. Check here to see if you can receive DAB+. And that's where the next two features simply make the Model One Digital a bargain.
Enjoy All Your Music: With the addition of Bluetooth wireless technology you can listen to the music stored on your Bluetooth wireless technology compatible device. You'll never tire of hearing your music through the Model One Digital thanks to Bluetooth wireless technology's advanced A2DP profile, combined with the Model One Digital's trademark equalisation. And since Bluetooth wireless technology is of course "wireless", you won't have to dig out an audio cable for your enabled-device every time you want to listen to your music through the Model One Digital. To get started, simply switch to the Auxiliary position and after initial pairing, start listening to your favourite music wirelessly. It's that simple. But don't worry, the Auxiliary input is still located on the back so you can continue to connect those "old fashioned" wired devices like an iPod!
Lossless Streaming: Along with the ubiquitous Bluetooth capability mentioned above the Generation 2 Model One Digital now scores Apple AirPlay 2 & Google Chromecast for the first time which means you can enjoy lossless streaming from your smartphone or tablet. The addition of AirPlay 2 and Chromecast support means the new Gen 2 can work with a much wider range of music sources, like Apple Music, Tidal, Deezer, TuneIn radio and more. Effectively, if your phone can play it, you can stream it to the Model One Gen 2.
Great Engineering, Great Sound: The digital version shares many of its predecessor's fine qualities as designed and engineered by Henry Kloss. It has the same quality 75mm speaker that handles highs, mids and lows with amazing ease. Yes, the Model One Digital is high quality mono! Rather than cram two tiny, cheap speakers into one small enclosure, the preference has always been to provide crisp, rich sound from a single, well-designed speaker. The full-range driver is mated to a built-in amplifier and frequency contouring circuit that automatically adjusts output over half-octave increments, resulting in musically accurate tonal balance and bass response. The enclosure's rear-firing port provides added efficiency and bass-response. If you haven't heard one already, then you won't believe how good it sounds!
Wood Cabinet & Fabric Grille: Cased in a furniture-grade wood cabinet, the Model One Digital is offered in walnut, black, and white finish. The tabletop wireless speaker system features a high-quality fabric speaker grille, which was developed from a collaborative partnership between Danish fabric brand, Gabriel and Tivoli Audio. The fabric offers acoustically transparent qualities and is environmentally friendly. The combination of high-end fabric with Tivoli's iconic furniture-grade wood cabinets, delivers a design aimed to compliment a variety of styles and decors.
Radio Reception: With good reception, radio stations come in loud and gorgeously clear! This product provides very good sound quality and it has the ability to pick up more stations than typical table top radios but this is totally dependent on the signal strength where you are listening.
Tivoli Audio Model One Digital Gen 2 Review
"The Model One Digital Generation 2 looks for all the world like a "normal" radio, complete with fabric grille, antenna and real-wood finish, but don't be fooled. At its core, the Tivoli is a wi-fi radio, with DAB+/FM taking the reins and now, Chromecast, AirPlay 2 and Bluetooth connectivity its valuable passengers.
This little gem scored five stars across the board in our testing, not just overall but for build, features and a clean, engaging sound – leaving us with no option but to hand it a What Hi-Fi? Award for the best DAB radio over £200. Its footprint is roughly that of a paperback (rather than a bigger shoe box, say), it is thoroughly likeable and it could have come straight from a cover shoot with Livingetc.
We're not joking when we use the term "sonic finesse", either. From hard rock through to high-energy rap and bright-eyed pop, the Tivoli seems to relish everything that comes its way, delivering tracks with a crisp, enthusiastic presentation. It's pricey, but if that doesn't bother you, the Tivoli Model One Digital Generation 2 is a splendid and fully-featured wi-fi radio." What Hi-Fi? Award
Our Take
Tivoli Audio designed the Model One Series to be one thing: the best table radio's you've ever heard. The super-sensitive tuner locks onto stations that many other radios simply cannot. There is also a special frequency-contouring circuit that continually adjusts audio output, maintaining detailed sound even with a weak signal. The single 75mm long-throw speaker delivers warm, yet clear mono sound in an expansive sound field, even when you turn up the volume. Connectivity is first class with the addition of AirPlay & Chromecast to the long list of existing features like Bluetooth, Wi-fi, Spotify Connect playback and FM & DAB+ radio. The design is the finishing touch. The small, solidly built real wood cabinet offers classic looks and impressively clean sound. Plus, the simple timber colours complement any decor. It is very easy to use. Just put it down, plug it in and enjoy.
Note: The Radio section in our units is unique to Australia and will not work overseas. Likewise with US and other models which have different station allocation frequencies and will not work down under. Please call us if you need further clarification.
Main Features & Specifications
- Design: High quality DAB+/FM table radio
- DAB+ Radio: Only available in major cities. Check here to see if you can receive DAB+
- Bluetooth: Built-in Bluetooth for playing music from smartphones, tablets, and laptops
- Stream audio from all Airplay 2 and Google Chromecast supported services such as Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, Deezer, TuneIn radio and more
- Wi-Fi: Listen to your favourite stations over the Internet (internet connection required)
- Telescopic Antenna: Located on back of unit. Note, external antenna may be required in remote/difficult areas (sold separately)
- Speaker: High-performance full-range driver
- Bass Reflex Enclosure: Rear ported cabinet for enhanced bass response
- Cabinet: Furniture-grade hand-crafted wood cabinet
- Speaker Grille: Eco-friendly grille fabric by Gabriel
- Remote Control: Full function remote control
Connectivity
- Bluetooth: Uses Bluetooth wireless technology's advanced A2DP profile for high-quality audio
- Apple AirPlay 2 & Google Chromecast: Allows lossless streaming from many different sources such as YouTube, podcasts, radio stations and music streaming services
- Wi-Fi: Built-in Wi-Fi for wireless music streaming when connected to a home network
- Input: Stereo mini-jack audio input for connecting an external source like a smartphone, tablet, iPod or MP3 player
Other Features
- AC Power: 230-240Volt/50Hz input via 15 Volt wall adaptor
- DC Input: 15 Volt
- Finish: White/Grey; Walnut Grey; Black Ash/Black
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 221 x 114 x 139mm
- Weight: 1.5 kg
- Manufacturer's Warranty: 12 Months
Note: Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE.