Rega Planar 1 Turntable
Our price: £299.00
What HFL Thinks
Rega Planar 1 Turntable – Another classic name in the British HiFi, arguably best known for their range of fantastic turntables but also offering a broad range of product from amps, dacs, cd players and speakers that all perform way over what their modest price would suggest but always guaranteeing an extremely musical listening experience. Please check back shortly as we write our thoughts on Rega’s fantastic range of HiFi equipment.
Available in Matt Black or Matt White Finishes
NEW: The stunning new walnut effect finish was introduced in November 2022. The Walnut effect is supplied with the smoked dust cover as standard (other finishes are supplied with the clear dust cover) – £329
Overview
This multi-award winning ‘Plug and Play’ design utilises our handmade RB110 tonearm, with pre-set bias and a factory fitted Carbon cartridge. Set-up is possible in under 30 seconds and delivers incredible performance well beyond its price point.
KEY FEATURES Performance beyond price A fresh new look for the multi-award-winning Planar 1. We are delighted to introduce the new matt finish Planar 1. Every single aspect of the Planar 1 has been meticulously designed to improve performance. The Planar 1 uses a bespoke 24 V, low noise, synchronous motor to reduce vibration combined with our hand made RB110 tonearm fitted with our unique Rega designed ultra-low friction bearings. We have added our latest drive belt technology the EBLT belt which delivers greater accuracy and improved speed performance. If you are looking to get back into vinyl and want serious performance that will last you a lifetime, then look no further. TONEARM Brand new RB110 tonearm built with the new Rega designed, bespoke, ultra-low friction bearings (patent pending). New bias assembly and integrated arm clip. Includes automatic bias adjustment negating the need for the user to set bias, making this the most ‘plug & play’ turntable we have ever manufactured. Ergonomically, designed headshell for improved usability and appearance. CARTRIDGE Rega Carbon cartridge supplied fitted as standard. 24 V SYNCHRONOUS MOTOR The first entry-level Rega turntable to use a 24 V, synchronous AC motor with a new motor PCB and aluminium pulley offering low noise and better speed stability. PLINTH Brand new matt finish plinth with vastly improved appearance and ergonomically positioned on/off switch located on the underside. Two stunning plinth finishes available, matt black or matt white. CENTRAL BEARING HOUSING Performance brass main bearing, offering improved fit and removing stress on the bearing itself whilst minimising the transfer of potential energy (patent pending). PLATTER 23 mm, higher mass, phenolic platter with improved flywheel effect for improved speed stability. ISOLATION Our latest design foot assembly increases stability and reduce vibration transfer. MOTOR COVER TRAY Motor cover tray with integrated cooling. BALANCE WEIGHT 111 g ‘plug & play’ balance weight. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Tonearm Cartridge Motor Platter Dimensions (lid closed) (W x H x D) Weight
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