Rega Planar 1 Turntable – Walnut

This turntable needs no long introduction – it’s the starting point of Rega’s range of award-winning turntables the Planar 1. Our example is in the walnut finish and comes in very good condition. It is supplied in original factory packaging and as we are Rega stockists it will come with our usual three month warranty.
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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.
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 handmade 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.
Brand new hand assembled 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.
Rega Carbon cartridge supplied fitted as standard.
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.
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.
Performance brass main bearing, offering improved fit and removing stress on the bearing itself whilst minimising the transfer of potential energy (patent pending).
23 mm, higher mass, phenolic platter with improved flywheel effect for improved speed stability.
Our latest design foot assembly increases stability and reduce vibration transfer.
Motor cover tray with integrated cooling.
111 g ‘plug & play’ balance weight.
Dimensions: 447 (W) x 360 (D) x 117 (H) mm (lid closed)
Weight: 4.2 kg

This turntable has won the What Hi-Fi? award for “best turntable” in its price range SIX years on the trot!

For a full review from What Hi-Fi? magazine please click here