Hasn't every kitchen in Britain at some stage had a Pure DAB radio on the windowsill?
Pure Digital virtually invented the DAB radio market over a decade ago and it's dominated it ever since, but early adopters of DAB are now replacing those first forays into digital, so it's about time the famous Evoke line-up got a proper refresh.
That's definitely the case with the Evoke D6, which was selling for £179.99 at the time of review.
It adds not only wireless Bluetooth streaming but also stereo speakers packed inside a 300mm-long chassis of real oak veneer.
There are trademark Pure design flourishes on the retro knobs; one for controlling the volume and another for selecting the radio station or menu item.
Above those is a small LCD screen that displays the time. On the rear, meanwhile, is a headphone jack and a 3.5mm aux-in for hooking-up almost any audio device you can think of.
That's quite something in theory, though the Evoke D6 is simply too heavy to travel far. The package also includes a small credit card-sized remote, which is a nice option, though it's not strictly necessary to operate the Evoke D6.
Verdict
The provision of two excellent speakers brings stereo to the tabletop DAB market, with good quality, reliable Bluetooth streaming lending the Evoke D6 a valuable all-in-one feel. Could it replace a hi-fi? Absolutely. The design is clean and fresh, the radio's core functions are easy to use, and the sound quality is warm yet precise
