Ruark Audio R7 Music System

Ruark Audio R7 radiogram

Inspired by 1960s design, the new R7 flagship model in the Ruark Audio range brings the radiogram design bang up to date, adding wireless streaming to an all-in-one, 2.1 stereo system. Better known for more compact products, such as the Ruark Audio R4i and the R1 MkII radio, the R7 has designs on a larger chunk of your living room. Made from real walnut, aluminium and glass, the R7 supports aptX Bluetooth, DLNA streaming thanks to integrated wifi, DAB, FM and internet radio and good ol' CD playback.

The 2.1-speaker system is powered by two newly developed, 5.5in dual concentric drivers, with the tweeter mounted centrally within the mid-bass driver, and an 8in long throw subwoofer. Ruark Audio's own Class A-B amplifiers and high capacity power supply complete the audio system, which delivers 160 watts of power. Connections come in the form of two stereo analogue inputs, plus one digital optical and one digital coaxial input. There's a "charge port" for smartphones and tablets, too.

The Ruark R7 comes with spindle legs if you want the system to stand loud and proud in your room, or you can use the supplied puck feet for mounting the R7 on a sideboard or AV rack (provided it can make take the 30kg weight).