A tuner is a specialist component within a separates system, focused entirely on receiving radio broadcasts - whether FM or DAB digital radio - and passing a clean signal on to your amplifier for playback. Unlike an all-in-one radio, a dedicated tuner has no built-in amplification or speakers, relying instead on your existing amplifier and speakers to deliver the sound, which typically results in noticeably better overall quality.

This makes a tuner a natural addition for anyone who already owns a separates system and wants to add radio listening without compromising on the sound quality the rest of their system delivers. Better antenna design and more precise tuning circuitry compared with all-in-one radios also often result in improved reception, particularly for FM listeners in areas with a weaker signal.

If radio forms a meaningful part of your listening and you already have a quality amplifier and speakers in place, a dedicated tuner is one of the most straightforward ways to add high-quality broadcast listening to your system.