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Electronics : Pure One DAB/FM Portable Radio - Black
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Rating: 
- Proves you don't have to spend a fortune
After more years than I care to remember as an FM listener, I decided to venture into the DAB market with the Pure One. My main reasons for choosing this model were firstly the reputation Pure has for making great radios, and secondly the need for something battery powered for use in the bathroom.
Aesthetically you can't go far wrong with the One; in piano black it looks good enough with well laid out controls and a reasonably easy to read display. My preference would be for a slightly larger display as trying to see the clock from anywhere but up close can be a bit of a challenge, but for the price I shouldn't complain. Setting up the One was very straightforward and took no more than a couple of minutes. Of course the number of stations you get, and the quality of reception will depend on your location but I was pleasantly surprised with it's ability to seek out a good selection of stations, some of which the station finder website suggested I might not get for my postcode area.
In use the sound is clear and is an enjoyable listen, even for long periods - like lazing in the bath! Purists might criticize it for lacking a bit of weight and authority but given that this is a 'lightweight' radio with a plastic shell, and costing a lot less than most of the Pure range, I'd say it was good for the price. Battery life is quoted at around 20 hours and I found that a bit optimistic for disposable batteries, so I invested in the rechargeable battery pack and while a little on the pricey side, you'll save in the long run, making it a useful option.
There are other features like alarms, a sleep timer, backlight etc., which all go to making this a worthwhile purchase and if you're in the market for a portable DAB radio at this price point you'd be hard pushed to find anything that sounds or performs better. Definitely recommended.
Rating: - Superb value for money
I also bought one of these for my husband for Christmas last year. The reception is outstanding and it is so easy to use. A great model for the price and stylish too. I would recommend this to anyone considering the move to digital - you won't regret it.
Rating: - It does exactly what it says on the tin!
I bought this for my husband for christmas as he had been angling after a DAB radio for months.
I invested in the - what seemed expensive at the time - battery pack too.
I have to say the radio is FABULOUS!
It is light, easy to use, so simple to program and, with its clean lines, not as cheesy looking as many of the other DAB radios available.
I have had no problem with getting a signal at all, anywhere in the house - which is unsual in my house, as it has more solid internal walls than more modern properties. It is great in the garden, too.
I am so glad that I invested in the Li-ion battery pack as well, because it lasts for DAYS, it automatically recharges the next time you plug it in - and you can still listen at the same time as it charges. I keep on thinking of all those batteries I would be using, or having to swap around if I was using rechargeable AAs....
You can tell that, although it was bought for my husband, I have, ummm, borrowed it a few times........
Rating: - Just Brilliant !!!
This is great, I was not sure when I was looking for a radio to listen to 5 Live among others.
- The reception is great
- The design looks amazing
- Is very easy to use
- Very lightweight although the batteries cost a bit and weigh it down a bit (i dont care though)
I am very pleased with my buy comes highly recomended
Rating: - Excellent
Why did I wait so long to buy a dab radio if they can be this good? We have poor dab coverage in our area but this radio picks up all the main stations and so fantastically clearly. It is very easy to use and good value. All in all an excellent product.
- Proves you don't have to spend a fortuneAfter more years than I care to remember as an FM listener, I decided to venture into the DAB market with the Pure One. My main reasons for choosing this model were firstly the reputation Pure has for making great radios, and secondly the need for something battery powered for use in the bathroom.
Aesthetically you can't go far wrong with the One; in piano black it looks good enough with well laid out controls and a reasonably easy to read display. My preference would be for a slightly larger display as trying to see the clock from anywhere but up close can be a bit of a challenge, but for the price I shouldn't complain. Setting up the One was very straightforward and took no more than a couple of minutes. Of course the number of stations you get, and the quality of reception will depend on your location but I was pleasantly surprised with it's ability to seek out a good selection of stations, some of which the station finder website suggested I might not get for my postcode area.
In use the sound is clear and is an enjoyable listen, even for long periods - like lazing in the bath! Purists might criticize it for lacking a bit of weight and authority but given that this is a 'lightweight' radio with a plastic shell, and costing a lot less than most of the Pure range, I'd say it was good for the price. Battery life is quoted at around 20 hours and I found that a bit optimistic for disposable batteries, so I invested in the rechargeable battery pack and while a little on the pricey side, you'll save in the long run, making it a useful option.
There are other features like alarms, a sleep timer, backlight etc., which all go to making this a worthwhile purchase and if you're in the market for a portable DAB radio at this price point you'd be hard pushed to find anything that sounds or performs better. Definitely recommended.
Rating:
- Superb value for moneyI also bought one of these for my husband for Christmas last year. The reception is outstanding and it is so easy to use. A great model for the price and stylish too. I would recommend this to anyone considering the move to digital - you won't regret it.
Rating:
- It does exactly what it says on the tin!I bought this for my husband for christmas as he had been angling after a DAB radio for months.
I invested in the - what seemed expensive at the time - battery pack too.
I have to say the radio is FABULOUS!
It is light, easy to use, so simple to program and, with its clean lines, not as cheesy looking as many of the other DAB radios available.
I have had no problem with getting a signal at all, anywhere in the house - which is unsual in my house, as it has more solid internal walls than more modern properties. It is great in the garden, too.
I am so glad that I invested in the Li-ion battery pack as well, because it lasts for DAYS, it automatically recharges the next time you plug it in - and you can still listen at the same time as it charges. I keep on thinking of all those batteries I would be using, or having to swap around if I was using rechargeable AAs....
You can tell that, although it was bought for my husband, I have, ummm, borrowed it a few times........
Rating:
- Just Brilliant !!!This is great, I was not sure when I was looking for a radio to listen to 5 Live among others.
- The reception is great
- The design looks amazing
- Is very easy to use
- Very lightweight although the batteries cost a bit and weigh it down a bit (i dont care though)
I am very pleased with my buy comes highly recomended
Rating:
- ExcellentWhy did I wait so long to buy a dab radio if they can be this good? We have poor dab coverage in our area but this radio picks up all the main stations and so fantastically clearly. It is very easy to use and good value. All in all an excellent product.