I have owned the Model One since it first came out. And I still have that radio and it still works perfectly. It is in my kitchen and I use it every day. Recently, thinking about getting a new bluetooth speaker to use in my living room it occurred to me to check out the Model One BT. And I am very happy with this purchase. First, it is a bluetooth that never has to be recharged. Second, I really appreciate, after 20 years, the improvements on the radio. I think the attached telescoping antenna works better than the old wire. Second, I think the dial feels better on this radio than the much older one. The sound, as always, is stupendous.