Description
The iconic Planar 3 in Oak
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.
RB330
The RB330 tonearm was designed using the latest 3D CAD & CAM technology, and is the culmination of more than 35 years of tonearm design experience. Featuring a brand new bearing housing, and Rega’s latest tonearm tube designed using intelligent redistribution of mass ensure this arm will exhibit fewer points of possible resonance. Extreme stability with almost friction free movement from the new high precision bearing assemblies guarantees to gather more information from your vinyl than ever before.
Plinth
High gloss acrylic, laminated plinth, stiffer and vastly improved appearance, ergonomically positioned power switch. Available in three stunning high gloss finishes, black, white and red.
Double Brace Technology
Improved thicker 3 mm phenolic bottom brace and new metalised skin phenolic top brace.
Bearing Housing
Re-designed brass main hub central bearing, improved fit and construction reducing stress on the bearing itself.
KEY FEATURES:
• 33/45rpm belt drive turntable
• 24V low noise/low vibration motor
• Optional motor control PCB (Neo PSU)
• RB330 precision tonearm
• 12 mm float glass polished edge opti-white platter
• Isolated, anti-vibration feet assemblies
• Brass main bearing
• Rega EXACT cartridge factory fitted
• Supplied with clear dust cover
• Made in the UK
• Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects
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