Albrecht DR 490

Web radio, DAB+, Wi-Fi
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Product details

The Albrecht DR 490 is the affordable all-rounder from Albrecht Audio. This hybrid radio receives over 25,000 radio stations worldwide via Wi-Fi, DAB+, or FM radio reception. And if that's not enough, it simply connects to your smartphone – it doesn't get any better than that! The compact radio impresses not only with its clear design but also with a crystal-clear sound, thanks to its high-quality wooden housing.

Key specifications

Radio type
DAB+ radio, Kitchen radio
Radio equipment
Alarm, Remote control
Radio reception
DAB+, Web radio
Wireless transmission
Wi-Fi
Playback source
DLNA
Audio Connections
Headphones
Item number
12388653

General information

Manufacturer
Albrecht
Category
Radios
Manufacturer no.
27491
Release date
29.11.2019
External links
Manufacturer's site (de)

Colour

Colour
White
Exact colour description
White

Radio properties

Radio type
DAB+ radio, Kitchen radio
Audio channel
Mono
Nominal power
3 W
Radio reception
DAB+, Web radio
Radio equipment
Alarm, Remote control
Alarm clock modes
Weekday alarm clock
Number of alarm times
2 x
Display properties
LCD
Radio station memory
250x Internet radio favourites
Wireless transmission
Wi-Fi
Playback source
DLNA

Connections

Audio Connections
Headphones

Power supply

Power supply
Electrical connection

Mains supply properties

Power consumption
3 W
Power consumption (standby)
2 W

Smart home features

Smart Home
Not compatible

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
AC Power Adapter, Remote Control

Product dimensions

Length
195 mm
Width
130 mm
Height
120 mm
Weight
940 g

Package dimensions

Length
24 cm
Width
17.50 cm
Height
16 cm
Weight
1.38 kg

30-day right of return
24 Months Warranty (Bring-in)

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Reviews & Ratings

Warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Radios» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 17.Roberts
    1.7 %
  • 19.Reflexion
    1.8 %
  • 20.Albrecht
    2 %
  • 20.Pure
    2 %
  • 20.Thomson
    2 %

Warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 16.Sangean
    3 days
  • 16.Sony
    3 days
  • 20.Albrecht
    4 days
  • 20.Noxon
    4 days
  • 22.Kenwood
    5 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Radios» category returned?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 13.Bosch Professional
    2.1 %
  • 13.Teufel
    2.1 %
  • 15.Albrecht
    2.2 %
  • 16.Panasonic
    2.3 %
  • 17.Roberts
    2.4 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus

Good73/100
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Computer BildSingle testReleaseOctober 2021

Dass es ordentlichen Klang auch für wenig Geld gibt, beweist das Albrecht – wenn auch nur in Mono. Die Ausstattung ist passabel. Wenig Spaß macht die Bedienung.

This test report belongs to a different type: DR 490 (Web radio, DAB+, Wi-Fi)