The Tivoli Model One BT is a classic analog AM/FM radio equipped with built-in Bluetooth functionality — and it’s now available in fresh new colors straight from the 1970s.
While governments push listeners toward DAB+ digital radio, plenty of FM stations are still broadcasting, and even the old AM band offers some gems — albeit from outside the Netherlands. One key advantage of analog radio is its resilience: FM and AM signals are far more disaster-proof than DAB+. Where the human ear can still make out speech through static and noise on analog signals, DAB simply cuts off when reception drops too low.
That alone makes a timeless analog model like the Tivoli Model One BT a worthwhile option. Its only modern concession is the built-in Bluetooth module, allowing users to stream audio directly from their smartphones. Alternatively, there’s always the classic analog line input.
Tivoli now offers the Model One BT in a series of bold 70s-inspired colors: yellow, golden yellow, navy blue, and red. The vivid finishes fit perfectly with the radio’s nostalgic design. The new retro-colored editions are priced at €199 (available for pre-order, shipping in a few weeks). Prefer the classic colorways? Those remain available at a lower price of €179.