Launched today the new Ruark MR1 Mk2. Based on my experience of the excellent R4 recently, this is going to sound good. A stereo Bluetooth speaker pair for the modern lifestyle. Building on the first successful incarnation from Ruark in February 2013 the new speakers have number of key enhancements including:
- a better sound ouput with a revised and improved cross-over and
- the linear A-B amplifier has been revised and improved
- a new 3 point LED display indicting inputs and status
- fixed grilles for contemporary look and acoustic improvement
- digital optical input
- compatible with Ruark’s Back Pack II, giving portability
- automatic mono mode of the other channel is removed or you are on the move with Back Pack II
- available finishes: Rich Walnut veneer or Soft Grey lacquer
Looks to me that the optical input will be perfect for computers or TVs if you are looking for a really flexible set-up.
The full feature list for the Ruark MR1 Mk2 is as follows:
- hand crafted enclosures
- Ruark 75mm neodymium woofers
- Ruark 20mm neodymium tweeters
- Bluetooth with aptX for CD quality streaming
- digital optical input
- linear Class A-B Amplifier, 20 watts nominal output
- audio grade components throughout
- compact remote control included
- quality speaker interconnect included
- subwoofer output
- Line-in input (3.5mm stereo jack)
- auto Standby function
- multi coloured pin-point LEDs show system status and input
- automatic ‘Loudness’ function for improved sound at low levels
- available finishes: Rich Walnut veneer or Soft Grey lacquer
- dimensions: H170 x W130 x D135 mm each
- weight: 3.5 Kg pair
The new MR1 will be available from February 2017 through a select dealer network, including John Lewis, Selfridges, Harrods and other quality independent retailers. For full information please visit www.ruarkaudio.com. The SRP UK: £329.99