Ritmix radios: features, model overview, selection criteria

Stand-alone radios, despite their seeming old-fashionedness, remain relevant devices. Knowing the peculiarities of the Ritmix technique, it will be relatively easy to make the right choice. No less important attention, however, will have to be paid to the review of the models and the study of the main selection criteria.

First, it is necessary to point out the fundamental significant features of the Ritmix technique in general. Many consumers are advised to buy a radio of this brand. Outwardly, such devices are attractive, they are recommended to be used both in the country and in a city dwelling. The sound quality is consistently high. The design is always carefully thought out and appeals to a very wide range of people.

The functionality of the Ritmix technique is another feature that invariably attracts the audience. Reception of radio stations in the entire standard range does not cause problems. It is worth noting, however, that battery problems sometimes occur. Individual batteries hold too little charge. But the sound volume is sufficient even for large rooms or open spaces.

It is appropriate to start getting to know the radios of this brand and their capabilities from the Ritmix RPR-707. The device has 3 working bands, including FM / AM. The system is complemented by an elaborate interior light. Reception of SW and MW waves is possible. The tuner is purely analog in nature.

For recording, microSD or microSDHC cards are used. If necessary, you can play media files from digital media. The control combines electronic and mechanical elements. The body is made of plastic. A built-in microphone is provided. The sound is only mono (however, this is enough to receive the signal of terrestrial stations), and if necessary, the device can be connected to a regular power supply.

Radio receiver Ritmix RPR-102 characterized by the presence of two possible colors - beech wood and anthracite. The signal is received in 4 bands at once. MP3 playback is possible. The designers have made this product in an impeccable retro style. SD card processing available.

Other features:

• showing media files from digital media;
• electronic mechanical control;
• case made of MDF;
• stereo sound;
• limited remote control;
• telescopic antenna included;
• a typical headphone jack.

To describe the modification Ritmix RPR-065 it is fundamentally important that it is a reliable device with a built-in electric torch. There is also a USB port and a card reader. There is also a line input. The rated power is 1200 mW.

Also worth noting:

• standard headphone jack;
• the ability to power from the network and from the battery;
• net weight 0.83 kg;
• classic black;
• analog frequency control;
• retro performance;
• availability of FM and VHF bands;
• processing of SD, microSD cards;
• AUX input.

Of course, one of the first considerations should always be to enjoy the device. Suitable both in appearance and in sound quality. That is why it is worth asking that the radio be turned on while still in the store. Then it will become clear in general terms whether it is worth the requested money or not. It is also worth inquiring about the useful life of a conventional battery. The autonomy of the device directly depends on this parameter. Contrary to popular stereotype, it is needed not only for tourists or summer residents... A suddenly silenced radio will not allow you to dilute the boredom when standing in a traffic jam or a long trip on a train or ship. And even for home use, devices with battery and mains power are very useful. After all, electricity can be cut off due to some emergency.

If you plan to listen to the radio only at home, without getting out into nature or to the country, you need to give preference to a stationary receiver. But even among the portable models there is quite a clear gradation. So, the most compact versions (designated in store catalogs as travel or pocket ones) drastically save space. This is achieved at the expense of less power, and sometimes slightly worse sensitivity.

The portable receiver is larger than the travel receiver, but there will be fewer problems during operation. It is these models that are recommended for summer cottages and for a country house, where people are only periodically. There are also so-called radio clocks on sale. As the name implies, they harmoniously combine the receiving unit with a device that measures and displays the time, as well as an alarm clock. A portable radio needs a rechargeable battery or batteries - the more powerful it is, the more battery (or more batteries) you need.

The next important point is the tuner, that is, the node directly responsible for receiving and processing the signal, for converting it into sound. Analog performance is a classic of the genre. The same thing, familiar to many, with a handle that you have to rotate. This solution is relatively cheap, but memorizing stations is impossible, and each time you turn them on, they are searched from scratch. Digital models are designed for autosearch and subsequent retention in memory of all the information found, if necessary, it is displayed on the display.

But both analog and digital tuners can “catch” waves of different frequencies. VHF-2, also known as FM, is the band in which most of the popular radio stations operate. However, such a signal does not spread far and therefore is used mainly in local broadcasting. VHF-1 allows you to receive transmissions at a greater distance from the emitter. At the same time, lower quality gradually leads to the devastation of this range, since it is of little interest to commercial broadcasters.

The sound is even worse at short wavelengths. And at medium waves it already becomes mediocre, the same can be said about long waves. At the same time, both of these bands remain unchanged in popularity because they allow transmission over a considerable distance. DAB is no longer frequencies, but a transmission method that allows you to broadcast texts and even graphic information (pictures).

In the next video you will find a brief overview of the Ritmix RPR 102 Black radio receiver.