Rega Planar 3 Turntable

Their team have worked tirelessly to improve every aspect of this turntable offering improved ergonomics, usability and first and foremost, performance. 

Rega has pioneered the use of lightweight rigid plinths. Clever use of lightweight particulate core with a highly rigid phenolic resin skin became the foundations of the high level of performance achieved by the now iconic original Planar range.

The new Planar 3 takes this design philosophy to the next level. A lightweight acrylic laminated plinth strengthened using a new improved double brace system mounted specifically where the increased rigidity is required (between the tonearm mounting and the main hub bearing) which forms a structurally sound “stressed beam” assembly. This rigid plinth design prevents energy absorption and unwanted resonance, which will add unnatural distortions to the music.

Equally, heavier mass can transfer more unwanted energy, such as motor or bearing noise directly into the rotating record. The use of braces instead of the complete skin allows double thickness phenolic resin in these key areas while providing further weight reduction to the plinth which directly addresses the issue of mass absorption and unwanted energy transmission.

For the best performance, we recommend pairing this turntable with the Rega Fono MM MK5.

Cartridge Options:

Rega Nd3 Moving Magnet Cartridge, Designed to incorporate cutting-edge generator geometry with impeccable symmetry, resulting in precise channel balance. The Nd3 cartridge also features an optimised pole gap for superior linearity and reduced cross talk, delivering an expansive soundstage compared to previous models. Its innovative construction includes miniaturised parallel coils, meticulously wound in-house using 38-micron wire with just 1275 turns. This results in a low inductance, low impedance generator that provides significantly enhanced high-frequency response.

Rega Nd5 Moving Magnet Cartridge, developed over 10 years and promises to deliver ‘next level’ performance from moving magnet technology. The Nd range (patent pending) is a world first to use an ultra-high powered Neodymium magnet which allow us to create this totally unique design.

Technical Specifications:

• Tonearm: Hand assembled precision RB330 tonearm
• Motor: 24 V low noise motor
• Platter: 12 mm glass polished edge
• Connectivity: RCA / Phono
• Power (additional): Mini DIN for connection to Neo PSU (optional upgrade)
• Dimensions (lid closed) (W x H x D): 447 x 117 x 360 mm
• Weight: 6.0 kg

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UK Orders

We despatch the bulk of our UK mainland items on a 24 hour service – Free of Charge. Non Mainland locations - Isle of Man, Isle of Wight, the Scilly Isles, the Scottish highlands and Islands, the Channel Islands and Northern Ireland may take a day or so longer and are not Free of Charge. Smaller items are delivered using Royal Mail 24 or special delivery. Larger items are delivered using a courier service such as DPD or UPS.

International Orders

Due to the nature of our products and brand restrictions we are only able to send certain items internationally. Smaller items are delivered using Royal Mail Small Packets Airmail with International Tracked and/or Signed depending on value of item and availability of the service. Larger International shipments are sent by insured and tracked services using UPS. If there are any delays due to specific customs regulations, etc, you will be contacted by Hifisound or by the courier with a request for any further information required. Customs duties can apply for shipments to any countries outside of the UK depending on where the product you have bought is made. Customers are responsible for all taxes and duties incurred when the items enter their country.

Collect in Store or Home Install

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