Ruark R3S Compact Music System with CD / FM / Internet Radio / Streaming

Compact Design, Expansive Sound

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 OLED 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 our custom NS+ drivers and for R3S we've now included STEREO+ sound processing which we developed for our 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.

R3S’s carefully considered proportions create a purposeful look, whilst the cantilevered legs subtly angle the unit upwards giving the impression that it is looking up and ready to perform.

Whatever your taste in music, R3S is a remarkable all-in-one system that will fulfill the needs of even a discerning listener.

Smart Radio

With such a vast choice of stations, radio is still one of the best ways to enjoy curated music and chat. With its SmartRadio tuner, R3 has been designed to make your enjoyment of this medium the best ever. The FM tuner provides quick access to local and national broadcasts, but with an Internet tuner also included, R3S allows you access to stations and podcasts both local and worldwide. Best of all, when streaming radio via the Internet, there's no need to worry about interference so you can enjoy better quality sound.

The RotoDial controller on the top of R3S allows for easy access to all your favourite stations, with support for saving presets. The OLED display allows you to browse and discover stations by popularity, location, and genre. 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

Whatever your taste in music or talk, with R3S you will quickly find stations new and old you will love, and if you live abroad you can stay in touch by still enjoying your favourite programming from home.

Multi Format CD Player

Music streaming services provide near-infinite choice, but CD is still one of the best ways to listen to your favourite albums from front to back. With its high specification player, R3S will make the best of your CD collection.

At Ruark, we know that playing something tactile like a CD is an experience that should not be lost to time. By purchasing physical music, we are supporting the artists we love.

Alongside standard CDs, R3S also plays self-made CDs encoded with popular formats such as WAV and MP3 and in addition displays track and artist information when this data is available on the disc.

Stream On

With an Internet connection, you’ll have access to an infinite library of music through services such as Spotify, Amazon Music, and Deezer. R3S directly supports these key streaming over Wi-Fi for the best possible quality and stability. For example, using Spotify Connect, you can simply select R3S as your playback device in the Spotify app, and start listening to anything you please.

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.

Also available for iOS and Android devices is our app called Oktiv, allowing for comprehensive control of R3S.

Even More

On the rear panel we'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.

Specifications

Audio

Frequency response 40Hz – 20kHz

Drivers 2 x 75mm Ruark NS+

Amplifier 30W Analogue class AB

Enhancements Bass, treble, loudness, 3D audio

DAC/ADC up to 24-bit 192kHz

Connectivity

Radio FM with RDS (87.5-108MHz), Internet Radio, DAB/DAB+ (where available in Europe and other countries)

Radio presets 10 presets in each mode

Bluetooth V5

Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n; WPS2 setup, WEP, WPA & WPA2

Music services Spotify Connect, Amazon Music, Deezer

Media Compatible with UPnPTM DLNA media servers; MP3 up to 48kHz 320kbps, AAC up to 96kHz 320kbps, FLAC up to 24-bit 48kHz, WAV up to 16-bit 48kHz and 24 bit 44.1kHz, WMA up to 44.1kHz 320kbps

CD support CD, CD-ROM, CD-R/RW discs; MP3, WMA & AAC up to 320 Kbps

Line-in Stereo RCA input (max 2.3Vrms)

Optical input TOSLINK digital input (24-bit 192kHz)

Line-out Line-level stereo RCA (2.0Vrms)

Headphone 3.5mm jack, 25mW into 16-32 Ohm

USB 2.0 Type-C Fat32 memory stick playback, 5V 1A (5W)

Aerial Removable telescopic

Aerial connector 75Ω F-type connector

Features

Remote control Infrared

Display High-contrast OLED

Alarms 2 (daily, once, weekends, weekdays)

Auto standby After 20 mins of inactivity

Adjustable input levels Line in, optical

User interface languages EN, DE, FR, ES

General

Finishes Rich walnut veneer or soft grey with grey woven grille fabric

Remote batteries 2 x 1.5V AAA

Box contains R3S Compact Music System, universal power adapter with regional plugs, remote control, remote control batteries, telescopic aerial, aerial spanner, quick start guide

Power adapter 100-240VAC 50-60Hz input

14VDC 2.85A 40W output, 1.8m cable,

2.1 x 5.5mm DC plug

Power consumption 1.6W network standby, 5.0W idle

Product dimensions H 167 x W 420 x D 220mm

Product weight 5.2kg

Warranty

All Ruark Audio products sold from Bay Bloor Radio, an authorised Ruark retailer, carry a two year manufacturers parts and labour guarantee unless otherwise stated. If you register your product online within 28 days of purchase you will claim a free third year guarantee. All guarantee claims must be accompanied with a proof of purchase from an authorised Ruark Audio retailer. Guarantees must be registered within 28 days of purchase and are not transferable.