MR1 Bluetooth Speaker System

Authentic Sound

We love music. We make it, listen to it, talk about it and can’t imagine life without it and our MR1 Bluetooth Speaker System embodies this passion with an authentic sound that will bring you closer to the music you love.

Class leading and with multiple awards, our MR1 active speakers will provide remarkable sound in multiple applications. Flawless as computer speakers, ideal to use with a turntable and a fantastic way to improve the sound of your TV, MR1 will fill any room with quality sound without dominating it, making them perfect for music lovers and the design conscious alike.

Sound Foundations

We design and engineer all our music systems in-house, and have done so since Ruark was formed in 1985. The MR1 Bluetooth Speaker System embodies over 35 years of experience and winning the prestigious What Hi-Fi? Award six years in a row for Best Desktop Speakers, shows that we know our craft well. With their super high quality aptX Bluetooth receiver, you can wirelessly stream music from your computer or phone to MR1 with CD quality sound making them the foundation of a complete music system. Connect a turntable and be part of the vinyl revival and for film enthusiasts connecting MR1 to your TV will dramatically improve its sound quality and your enjoyment of everything you watch.

Features at a Glance

• Award winning audio quality
• aptX Bluetooth receiver for hi-res streaming
• Dynamic Class A-B stereo amplifier
• Two way speaker system
• Digital and analogue inputs for aux devices
• RCA subwoofer output
• Adaptive EQ provides ideal sound at all volumes
• Hand-crafted bass reflex tuned and damped cabinets
• Exclusive Ruark 75mm polypropylene woofer with neo magnet system
• Exclusive Ruark 20mm silk dome tweeter with neo magnet system
• Optimised passive crossover
• Cirrus 24-bit stereo digital to analogue converter

• Braided speaker interconnect (2m)
• Auto mono operation (Allows use as a single unit)
• Optional battery pack (BackPack) for mains free operation
• Threaded inserts on rear panel for optional wall brackets
• Easy to use control system
• Full function remote control included
• Pin-point LEDs to display system status and source
• Digital input 24-bit 192 kHz TOSLINK with adjustable attenuation
• Analogue aux input with adjustable attenuation
• Automatic standby after 20 minutes of inactivity
• Dimensions: H185 × W130 × D145mm each
• Weight: 3.6kg per pair

A Powerful Performance

Built into MR1 is a high fidelity stereo Class A-B amplifier and specially for MR1 we’ve developed custom loudspeaker units to deliver sound that belies their compact dimensions. Both the tweeter and bass drivers feature rare earth neodymium magnets which provide a powerful motor system with excellent control. With lightweight, low distortion moving assemblies, the drivers are able to instantaneously react and accurately follow the input signal delivering wonderful clean sound. MR1 brings all music to life, effortlessly and naturally. There’s no compromise in sound quality with a compact system like the MR1, which perform impressively and beyond their stature.

Great Connectivity

The Bluetooth performance of MR1 is exemplary, but on the rear panel we've also included a switchable analogue and optical digital input along with a dedicated subwoofer output. We’ve already mentioned the connection of a TV or turntable, but the optical input with its 24-bit 192-kHz capability allows the latest hi-res audio streamers to be connected, so you can enjoy music services such as Tidal, Qobuz and Spotify at their very best. For those wanting to enhance the sound of MR1 further, adding an active subwoofer is highly recommended. We currently have our own matching subwoofer under development, but many good quality subs will work with MR1 to add an extra level of dynamic realism to their already impressive sound.

Sound at Your Fingertips

The included remote allows full control of the features and functions on MR1, so you can quickly turn on, select your source input, control volume and power-down.

Mains powered sound on the move with BackPack 3

Combine MR1 with our optional BackPack 3 and you will be able to enjoy MR1 wherever mains power is not available. Placing batteries inside takes valuable speaker capacity, but BackPack 3 allows MR1 to retain its rich mains powered performance with the benefit of portability when required.

A total evolution of the original, BackPack 3 attaches seamlessly to MR1 and once fitted can be left permanently in place as it charges automatically whenever connected to a mains power supply. A full charge will provide up to twelve hours of mains free listening depending on volume.

BackPack 3 is also compatible with our R1 Bluetooth Radio and R1S Smart Radio.

RS1 Subwoofer

The Foundation of Music

Bass is the foundation of music. It is the element that makes you feel the rhythm, the groove, and the emotion of a song. Bass can make your heart beat faster, your body move, and your mood change. Whether you listen to rock, pop, hip hop, jazz, or classical music, clean and extended bass adds a new dimension to musical enjoyment and that’s why we’ve developed RS1.

Controlled Delivery

The enjoyment of music is at the core of our designs. RS1 is not about thunderous, overblown bass, but about deep, controlled, and most importantly a musical sound. To achieve this, the enclosure and custom drivers have been optimised and tuned to deliver natural extended bass, that is fast and rhythmic.

Driving the system is a powerful 100-watt Class D amplifier. This new generation amplifier keeps firm control of the bass driver at all volume levels with headroom to spare, although soft clipping is built in should the system ever be overloaded to avoid damage. Setup and adjustment is straightforward and with auto-on/standby, RS1 will automatically turn itself on and off as required.

Developed Through Demand

Our reason for the development of RS1, was due to the demand from customers requesting a companion sub for our award winning MR1 Bluetooth speakers. We also saw that there was a need for a subwoofer with style. Where many subs look unattractive in a domestic environment, the tailored grille and hand-crafted wood panels of RS1 means it fits seamlessly with other furnishings, making it a product that customers will be proud to display in their homes.

Enhancing Your Experience

RS1 delivers deep bass that smaller speakers are unable to, giving a more satisfying and realistic audio experience. It’s a perfect addition to our MR1 and R3S models or indeed any other system where a subwoofer with style and good sound is required, providing the joy of bass in every note and song.

Features at a Glance

• Frequency response 25Hz – 200Hz
• Cabinet Tuned passive radiator enclosure
• Drivers 170mm treated fibre long-throw active driver and 170mm passive radiator
• Amplifier 100W RMS Class D with soft clipping filter
• Controls Adjustable crossover 50–180Hz, input/volume level control and 180 degree phase switch
• Auto on Automatically turns on and sleeps after 15 minutes when no signal is detected
• Input Sub-input via Mono RCA input (up to 2.3Vrms)
• Finish Lead Grey cabinet cloth with Rich Walnut top and bottom panels
• Product compatibility RS1 is compatible with our MR1, R3S and R410 models or any other active speaker or amplifier with subwoofer or pre-out phono connectors
• Box contains RS1 subwoofer, mains lead, 1.5m RCA connector lead and quick start guide
• Power consumption 0.5W standby, 2.0W idle
• AC power input 100-240V, 50-60Hz
• Product dimensions H300 × W250 × D265mm (inc. feet and controls)
• Product weight 6.7kg

Ruark Audio MR1 Mk2
Audio
Frequency response 55Hz – 22kHz
Drivers Custom 20mm silk dome tweeters, 75mm polypropylene cone neodymium woofers
Amplifier 20W Class AB
Cabinet type Tuned bass reflex
Digital to analogue Cirrus 24-bit stereo DAC
Connectivity
Bluetooth V4.0, A2DP, aptX, SBC, AAC
Aux input 3.5mm stereo jack (2.5Vrms max)
Digital input 24-bit 192-kHz optical TOSLINK
Subwoofer output RCA phono (700mVrms)
Features
Auto-mono Use as a single speaker
Snooze mode Auto-standby and wake-up
BackPack battery pack Optional
Adjustable input levels Aux, optical
Wall mounting 1 x 1/4-20 UNC threaded insert
General Specifications
Finishes Rich walnut veneer or soft grey lacquer with grey woven fabric grille
Box contains Left speaker, right speaker, AC power adapter, braided speaker interconnect cable, remote control, remote control battery (CR2025), user guide 
Power adapter 100-240VAC 50-60Hz input
14VDC 2A output, 1.8m cable, 2.1 × 5.5mm DC plug
Power consumption 0.5W standby, 9W typical
Product dimensions W130 × H175 × D140mm
Product weight Right 1.3kg, Left 1.1kg
Inner carton dimensions W385 × H285 × D235mm
Packaged weight 3.6kg (pair)

Ruark RS1
Amplifier and driver
170mm downward firing driver
170mm front-facing bass radiator
100W class D power amplifier
Low distorion soft-clipping
Frequency response 25Hz – 200Hz
Audio input
Mono input (RCA) 2.0Vrms
Controls
Selectable phase (0-180˚)
Adjustable crossover frequency (50-180Hz)
Volume level
Power
Auto power-on and standby
100-240V AC 50/60Hz 1.0A
Nominal 5W
Standby 0.5W
Dimensions
H300 x W250x D250mm (including feet)
6.7kg