The Vita Audio range - small audio with a big sound

On a nice summers day, nothing beats relaxing outside, with a cool drink, whilst listening to the radio, and with the new models of
radio from Vita Audio, this has never been more enjoyable.


The baby of the Vita range is the R1 Deluxe Table radio,
which can pick up FM (with RDS), DAB and also the new DAB+,
making it future proof. It's retro styled case is available in three finishes, Rich Walnut, Dream White and Midnight Black,
all which are very attractive.

In addition to the above, Vita have just launched a special version of the R1, the R1 Limited Edition,
which is available in a beautiful yellow piano lacquer,
and is limited to only 2000 worldwide, each individually numbered, and so is sure to become a future collectors item.
Enhancing the desirability of the R1 are a pair of handy accessories, the "Backpack" which is a rechargeable power unit, and the "Carrypack"
a leather carrying case, both of which when used with the R1 make into a truly portable high quality radio, ideal for use on the beach,
in the garden, or just around the house. It also features a line input, so one can enjoy music from an MP3 player through the quality speaker in the R1.
The sound quality from the R1's single speaker proved to be rich and full, with excellent clarity,
and fine projection of voices, which is just what you want from a compact radio.

The next model up, the R2i,
builds on the strengths of the R1, but adds stereo speakers, and an i-Pod dock, two line inputs,
which make it ideal for use in a bedroom with TV sound, and a games console, plus a remote control is supplied.
Like the R1, the R2i is available in Rich walnut, Dream White, and Midnight Black finishes.
Being mains powered the R2i is ideal for use in the kitchen, study, bedroom, or indeed anyplace that cannot accommodate a full size hi-fi.
In use the R2i gave superb results both from the inbuilt radio and the i-pod dock, providing a room filling sound,
with excellent stereo seperation, for such a compact unit.

The flagship of the range is the R4i,
which is a full hi-fi system packed into one stylish case, featuring CD, DAB,
DAB+, FM, and an integral i-Pod dock. As well as the two stereo speakers, a subwoofer is built into the unit. Like the R2i,
this also comes complete with a remote control, but with a twist. The rotary control mounted in the top of the R4i,
lifts out and becomes an easy to use remote control. When not in use, it simply slots back into the top of the unit.

The R4i is available in the same finishes as the R2i, plus there is also a new limited edition, which has just been launched.
This is available in a Sparkling Graphite finish, and has an improved CD drive, enhanced circuitry in the tuner section, and
upgraded audio circuitry. As well as being beautiful to behold, the sonic upgrades also make this a superb sounding system.
On listening, the R4i was found to give a fantastic performance with a wide range of music, and in terms of clarity, musicality
and bass response, was not found to be wanting. In fact the quality of this system is so good, it is a viable alternative
to some micro-systems, when space is at a premium.

In conclusion these new systems from Vita are superb sounding, excellently constructed items, and great value for money.
Why not find out for yourself at Sight and Sound, where they are all available for auditioning.