Roberts 83i Internet / DAB / FM Radio

[Josh]

I was deeply impressed with the Roberts 83i radio when I gave it a test drive in John Lewis recently.



STREAM 83i

The STREAM 83i opens up the world of Internet radio and media streaming via an acoustically superior portable radio. DAB/FM and USB playback are catered for too but the real benefit is the sound quality. There is a three way speaker system featuring a built in bass woofer housed in an acoustically tuned wooden cabinet which delivers stunning sound reproduction.

The STREAM 83i features a ‘LAST FM’ function which allows you to create your own virtual radio station which will offer you music to suit your personal taste and continue to learn your preferences as you confirm your musical likes or dislikes.

Finished in High Gloss Piano Black, the STREAM 83i looks sensational in any setting and performs equally well as a bedside companion with multiple alarms, sleep and snooze timers etc.

* WiFi/DAB/FM RDS
* USB socket
* Intuitive menu system
* Listen to over 10,000 radio stations from around the world
* Listen to previous broadcast material using Listen Again
* Listen to Podcasts
* Stream your music collection from your PC
* Wired or wireless connection
* 10 station presets
* Clock with 2 multi function alarms
* Humane wake system
* Audio formats: MP3/WMA/Real/FLAC/AAC playback
* Auxiliary input socket for iPod or MP3 play playback
* USB socket for audio playback
* Headphone socket
* AC Adaptor (included)
* Size (mm) 248w x 210h x 135d
* Weight 1.8Kg

The menu system is very good. It gives you Guardian podcasts so what more do you need. It has line out and does DAB as well as FM. Down side £149, but it seemed to me to be a quality product suitable for a Xmas present for a radiocholic.