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Features
Specifications
- Effective mass: Low / 11g
- Mounting distance (platter center to arm hole center): 222mm
- Effective length: 236.5mm
- Offset angle: 21.55°
- Overhang: 14.5mm
Description
The RB220 is the latest incarnation of one of our most popular tonearms, taking full advantage of our brand new arm tube and the current three point arm mounting system. Each RB220 is meticulously hand assembled, creating a precision crafted tonearm achieving extremely low friction levels and performance way beyond the expectations of a product at this price point.
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Brand highlights
Taking a step back to look at reviewers' thoughts of the brand's entire lineup—not just this product—what stands out most is the following:
- The brand prioritizes achieving "musical coherence" and "timing" in its products, even if it means sacrificing some transparency or absolute detail, resulting in an engaging listening experience.
- They have a design approach focused on minimizing mass and maximizing rigidity in its turntables, resulting in reduced vibration and enhanced detail retrieval from vinyl recordings.
- Rega offers a distinct aesthetic across its product line, emphasizing simple, functional designs with a consistent visual language that many customers find appealing and timeless.
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Planar 1 Plus
- Positioning: The entry-level turntable with a built-in phono stage, making it ideal for beginners.
- Description: Features a built-in phono stage that eliminates the need for an external preamp. This makes it more accessible compared to other models like the Planar 3 RS Edition, which requires additional components for optimal performance. Its low noise motor and advanced drive belt technology offer a solid performance for small rooms and budget-conscious users.
Planar 78
- Positioning: A specialized turntable designed exclusively for 78 RPM records.
- Description: Stands out with its dedicated 78 RPM speed, catering specifically to collectors of vintage records. Unlike the Planar 1 Plus, which is more versatile, the Planar 78 uses high-quality components like the RB220 tonearm to deliver precise playback for 78 RPM enthusiasts.
Planar 3 RS Edition
- Positioning: A mid-range turntable offering enhanced features and performance.
- Description: Notable for its high-pressure laminate plinth and custom Neo MK2 PSU, providing superior speed control and reduced motor noise. Compared to the Planar 1 Plus, it offers a more refined soundstage and build quality. Its advanced tonearm and cartridge options make it a strong upgrade from entry-level models.
Planar 10
- Positioning: A premium turntable designed for ultimate performance.
- Description: Uses ceramic oxide platter and RB3000 tonearm, delivering exceptional accuracy and speed stability. It offers a significant upgrade over the Planar 8 with its advanced materials and design. Its sophisticated power supply and build quality make it a top choice for serious audiophiles.
Naia
- Positioning: Rega's ultimate turntable, representing the pinnacle of their design and engineering.
- Description: Features a graphene-impregnated carbon fiber plinth and zirconium toughened alumina bearing, providing exceptional rigidity and resonance control. It surpasses the Planar 10 with its innovative materials and construction. Its advanced tonearm and power supply options cater to the most discerning audiophiles.
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$500
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37
Founding Year
1973
Our take on the brand
Rega is a British hifi brand known for its minimalist, low-mass turntable designs that challenge the industry's typical heavy-mass approach to reducing vibration. Their hand-assembled turntables and tonearms use advanced materials like graphene-infused carbon fiber and feature slim yet rigid plinths with striking glass platters, reflecting founder Roy Gandy's unique engineering perspective on how components affect
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