Planar-3 RS Edition

Rega have pioneered the use of lightweight, ultra rigid plinths over many years. Their 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 Planar range.

The Rega Planar 3 RS Edition turntable takes this design philosophy to the next level using a High Pressure Laminate (HPL), usually reserved for the Planar 6, Planar 8 and Planar 10 models, for increased rigidity.  In addition, this premium HPL has a stunning brushed metal dark aluminium skin with a beautiful satin finish. You will also find Rega's double brace system mounted specifically where the increased rigidity is required (between the tonearm mounting and the main platter bearing) which forms a structurally sound “stressed beam” assembly.

This complex 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 allows double thickness phenolic resin in these key areas which directly addresses the issue of mass absorption and unwanted energy transmission.

The Rega Planar 3 RS Edition is constructed using a brand-new aluminium metal skin HPL laminate to create the stiffest plinth at Planar 3 level they have produced. This stunning dark brushed metallic plinth, edged in high gloss black creates a stunning platform for the iconic Planar 3. The RS Edition includes a custom matched NEO Mk2 PSU with each motor vibration circuit hand tuned to each individual motor. This low noise 24V motor drives the sub platter via Rega's Reference EBLT drive belt for ultimate accuracy in speed control. Finally, the legendary handmade RB330 tonearm is mounted and supplied with the all new award winning Nd5 moving magnet cartridge.

KEY FEATURES

• Brushed metal dark aluminium HPL laminated plinth
• RB330 Precision tonearm
• Nd5 MM cartridge - factory fitted
• NEO Mk2 turntable PSU included (speed control + anti vibration circuit)
• 24V low noise, low vibration motor, hand tuned to the custom NEO Mk2 PSU
• CNC machined custom pulley
• Reference EBLT drive belt fitted as standard
• Double brace technology
• 12 mm float glass opti-white polished platter
• Supplied with a smoked dust cover as standard.
• Lifetime warranty against manufacture defects