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Rega Planar 8 with Apheta 3 Cartridge

Details

The Planar 8 was inspired by the ultimate Rega turntable, the ‘Naiad’. We decided early on that instead of an evolution of the previous RP8, the new Planar 8 was to be developed and engineered to encapsulate the essence of ‘Naiad’ at an affordable price. Our aim was to deliver a level of performance far beyond what has been achieved at this price point before.

Please note: The Planar 8 will now ship with new look NEO MK2 power supply as standard.

*New matt white finish available from April 2023 – The white Planar 8 is supplied with a clear dustcover and clear triple layer float glass platter.

Every aspect of the Planar 8 is engineered to extract as much detail from the vinyl surface as possible. We have used the most advanced materials and engineering solutions built around a supremely lightweight plinth to ensure the greatest level of performance. The Planar 8 is supplied with the new RB880 tonearm and Neo PSU as standard which offers electronic speed change, advanced anti-vibration control and user adjustable electronic fine speed adjustment to ensure total accuracy and control over the motor. The outer frame of the previous model has now been removed and a new stylish, removable, single piece dustcover has been introduced further reducing the overall mass of the turntable.

KEY FEATURES

  • RB880 precision tonearm
  •  Apheta 3 cartridge factory fitted
  • Super flywheel effect triple layer glass platter
  • Double brace technology
  • Tancast 8 foam core plinth
  • Custom matched Neo psu
  • Advanced EBLT drive belt
  • Lifetime warranty against manufacture defects

 

 

 

Specifications

  • Selectable Speed: 33 1/3 rpm, 45 rpm
  • Planar 8 Turntable Dimensions (with dustcover fitted) (W x H x D): 420 x 125 x 315 mm
  • Neo PSU Dimensions (W x H x D): 180 x 50 x 155 mm
  • Turntable Weight: ​4.2 kg
  • Neo PSU Weight: 0.6 kg

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