Para sa laki nito, itinuturing ng Great Britain na tahanan ng mas maraming high-end audio brands kaysa sa inaasahan ng marami. Isa sa mga tatak na ito, ang Ruark Audio, ay kamakailan lang nakipagtulungan sa isa pang British brand, ang Fred Perry, para sa isang kolaborasyon na pinagsasama ang pinakamahusay sa parehong mga tatak.
The Ruark Audio MR1, one of the company’s most popular Bluetooth sound systems, has been redesigned in Fred Perry's signature black and champagne colorway—often associated with the brand's iconic polo shirt. The limited-edition Ruark Audio x Fred Perry MR1 speakers are made from real wood and painted in matte black, featuring the iconic laurel wreath logo of Fred Perry on the polyester-piqué-covered speaker grills. Compact yet sturdy, measuring 6.7” x 5.1” x 5.2” (170mm x 130mm x 135mm), these speakers are perfect for bookshelves, desks, and spaces with limited room.
Inside, the MR1 features a 75mm polypropylene woofer and a 20mm silk dome tweeter, both custom-designed and utilizing a neo magnet system. The speakers are aptX Bluetooth compatible and can stream hi-res audio, but they can also be connected via cables thanks to dedicated analogue and optical digital inputs on the back panel. Additionally, it includes a dedicated subwoofer output, as well as a 3.5mm stereo jack for AUX input, providing users with multiple connectivity options.
The adaptive EQ system adjusts the sound based on the environment in which the speakers are located, ensuring that listeners achieve the best audio experience possible.
The speakers come with a compact remote control and will also automatically turn off using a standby setting that activates after 20 minutes of inactivity. While the MR1 is mains powered, Ruark Audio offers an accessory called BackPack 3, which provides users with portable power. The brand claims it allows for "up to twelve hours of mains-free listening, depending on the volume."
Ruark Audio was established in 1985 in Southend on Sea, Essex. It has remained family-owned and continues to develop its products in-house. The brand's collaboration with Fred Perry is a perfect partnership, combining British audio and fashion heritage.
The limited-edition Ruark Audio x Fred Perry MR1 speakers are now available exclusively at Fred Perry, priced at £375 GBP (approximately $474 USD).
