Having long understood the importance of sound within the luxury hospitality sector, British audio brand Ruark present a compact yet elevated design with its R1S Smart Radio.

Featuring a handcrafted wooden grille, tactile controls and a modern aesthetic that aligns with contemporary hotel designs, the R1S offers more than visual appeal. With access to DAB/DAB+/FM/Internet Radio tuners, podcasts, Bluetooth connectivity and more, it opens a world of curated content at a touch. The R1S allows guests to take control of their sound, creating atmospheres that feel personal and intimate.

Its acoustic performance – warm, natural and room-filling despite its compact footprint – is what sets the R1S apart. Engineered with the same attention to sound as Ruark’s larger systems, it transforms even the smallest space into a sanctuary of calm.

The tactile experience is equally deliberate. In a world where many touchpoints are automated, the R1S reintroduces physical interaction. Adjusting sound using the signature RotoDial control becomes an intentional act – small, but satisfying. For hotels, this tactile quality is not just about nostalgia; it is about giving guests a sense of control and presence during their stay.

An auto-dimming display adjusts seamlessly to ambient light, ensuring information is clear by day but never intrusive at night. A USB-C charge point on the back allows guests to conveniently charge their phones beside the bed, reducing the need for additional hardware and streamlining the room setup.

Ruark also offers dedicated hotel software for the R1S, giving operators an extra level of control. Teams can customise maximum volume levels and adapt the user interface, ensuring the product is perfectly suited to the guestroom environment and delivers a consistent, intuitive experience.

As the hospitality sector continues to seek moments of differentiation, objects like the R1S demonstrate how thoughtful technology can elevate the guest experience in subtle, powerful ways.

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