- Ruark Mr1 MK3 -Launch Today for $ 579 / £ 399 / AU $ 899
- Ruark’s five -star speakers get even better bluetooth and reinforcement
- Built-in mm phono scene, Hi-Res USB Audio and APTX HD streaming
Ruark MR1 MKII were the best little Bluetooth speakers you could buy as they launched and they still sound good today. But almost eight years on it is time for an update – and Ruark has wisely decided to keep the same attractive design while they largely upgrade what is inside.
Ruark MR1 MK3 is very similar to their predecessors from both 2017 and 2013. But this time there is better bluetooth, improved USB sound, improved amplification and larger drivers as well.
Ruark MR1 MK3 Speakers: Key Functions and Pricing
While cabinets look pretty much identical than the new slate gray fabric grids, they have been redesigned inside to make room for the new, 85 mm long throw NS+ bass/mid drivers. Tweeters are 20 mm silk domes.
Ruark has also adapted to the class D -amplification from its R410 model to provide more power and better control, and crossovers have been optimized and the bass reflex is set to deliver what Ruark describes as “deeper, more controlled bass, a clear midrange and unique detail”.
The new Bluetooth module brings APTX HD and Low-Latency Audio, and the new USB audio input delivers high resolution audio. There is also a dedicated input to the best turntable, with a moving magnetic phase and adjustable gain.
The frequency range of the room is 50Hz for 22 kHz, which is impressive for such small speakers and there is a subwoofer output if you need extra OOMPH.
The new Ruark MR1 MK3 speakers are available from today, June 5, in a choice of rich walnut or coal coat. With pricing of $ 579 / £ 399 / AU $ 899, they look better value in the UK than the US – but if they sound as good as the last model they will be a bargain in both cases.
We review these as soon as we can to see if they deserve a place on our list of the best stereo speakers.
