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What reviewers think
Bloggers and YouTubers have tried this product—so we've summarized their strongest opinions below. Links to full reviews follow.
Product Strengths
- RB330 tonearm minimizes possible points of resonance throughout the armtube due to its computer-aided design, resulting in a redistribution of mass
- Like all Rega arms, RB330 is constructed with a lot of hands-on labor
- RB330 is a well-designed modern arm with up-to-date wiring and a warranty
- RB330 arm fits a much wider range of currently manufactured cartridges
Product Considerations
- Vintage tonearms may suffer from 50-year-old wiring
- Vintage tonearms may be missing parts
- Some vintage arms are no longer supported
- Some vintage arms are frequently victims of breakage in the arm tube
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Compared to SME 3009 Series II or II Improved, RB330 has up-to-date wiring, no missing parts, and is still warrantied
- Compared to old Linns, RB330 does not have leaky counterweights
Takeaway: The RB330 is a modern tonearm designed to minimize resonance and allow for correct alignment. This arm offers great value, modern design, and a warranty, making it a great choice.
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Manufacturer details
- Effective Mass: Low / 11g
- Mounting Distance (platter centre to arm hole centre): 222mm
- Effective Length: 236.5mm
- Offset Angle: 21.55°
- Overhang: 14.5mm
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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The TP 160 is a nine-inch radial arm in the medium weight class. Its favorable mass distribution and high strength make it the ideal support for the finest cartridges. These fit into the standard original headshell, which has been newly designed along with the arm. Alternatively, the TP 160 also accommodates any other headshell with SME bayonet or integrated cartridges like the Ortofon SPU. Since the effective lengths of different cartridges can vary slightly, we have also provided for axial adjustment of the arm tube to ensure perfect overhang at all times.
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Our summary
Product Strengths
- The TP 160 tonearm combined with the TD 1600 offers quality that is hard to beat
- The TP 160 is stable, rigid, extremely smooth-running, and comprehensively adjustable
- The TP 160's low-friction design allows the TAS 1600 cartridge to operate more precisely
- It is a modern-day version of the legendary EMT Tontechnik professional arm 929
- Exceptional build quality
Product Considerations
- Manual lift operation requires a gentle touch to avoid stylus impact and sub-chassis wobble
- The removable headshell design introduces a slight compromise in stiffness
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The TP 160 is better and more balanced than the TP 92
- The TP 160 is comparable to the Linn Ekos, but at a much friendlier price, and is superior to the Akito
Takeaway: The TP 160 tonearm improves the turntable's performance with its quality build and adjustability. It is designed for those who appreciate a smooth and detailed listening experience.
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Discover the best that your vinyl records have to offer with precise sound, crisp clean clarity and outstanding solidity with every faint nuance you never thought was there, revealed in all its glory.
Cascading features from the Nexus such as the micron tolerance bearings and the adjustable progressive Bias, the Altus will impress with a performance which has focus and immediacy whilst retaining a delicacy that is absolutely captivating.
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Our rigid bearing architecture has been passed down from the Nexus to achieve realistic sonic images carved in the soundscape, astonishing your senses with a sound you can virtually touch.
Altus employs an thick walled aluminium arm tube to make sure the cartridge is held securely above the record and aid transmission of vibration away from the cartridge, so your music is unveiled.
sound connection
The same Bias compensation mechanism found on the Nexus counteracts centripetal forces, thus avoiding tracking issues, undue record wear and maintaining your musical enjoyment. Our purpose designed low capacitance external phono cable reassuringly clicks into place using an superior right angled DIN connector and terminated with high quality gold plated RCA plugs. For purists wishing to embrace the naturally balanced output of a phono cartridge, the cable is also available fully balanced with XLR connectors.
Our summary
Product Strengths
- Designed with a focus on achieving the lowest possible resonance and optimal tracking accuracy
- Constructed from high-quality materials, including lightweight yet rigid aluminum
- Features a unique tapered design that minimizes unwanted vibrations
- Adjustable azimuth and vertical tracking angle (VTA), allowing users to tailor the setup to their specific cartridge and listening preferences
- Employs thick-walled aluminum arm tube to ensure the cartridge is held securely above the record and aid the transmission of vibration away from the cartridge
- Offers cascading features from the top-model NEXUS—such as the micron tolerance bearings and the adjustable progressive Bias
Product Considerations
- The Altus uses thick-walled aluminum tubing for the main tube, whereas the higher-end Nexus model uses more exotic materials for its tonearm tube
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs Nexus: The Nexus model uses exotic materials for its tonearm tube, whereas the Altus uses thick-walled aluminum tubing for the main tube
- Vs Nexus: The Altus headshell is produced through a precise laser cutting process on solid aluminum, whereas the Nexus headshell is precision-engineered from solid aluminum and undergoes rigorous machining to ensure compatibility with the arm tube
- Vs Nexus: The Altus also uses the same DIN connector, RCA connectors, and high-quality external and internal cable loom as the NEXUS, the only difference is that the ALTUS is through-wired whereas the NEXUS allows the user to change the headshell wires
Takeaway: The Altus is a well-engineered tonearm designed for optimal tracking accuracy and minimal resonance, made with quality materials. It is a good option for those seeking a balance of performance and value, offering features trickled down from higher-end models
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Our summary
Product Strengths
- Exceptional build quality, featuring Italian craftsmanship
- High-precision German-made bearings ensure fluid movement and tracking stability
- Offers comprehensive adjustment capabilities, including adjustable VTA, anti-skating, and azimuth
- Premium internal wiring with AWG36 Hyper Litz shielded 99.9999% OFC cables
- Elegant aesthetic design
Product Considerations
- Installation requires careful setup
- May be over-engineered for casual listeners
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Compared to a Transrotor rig, the B-5.1 combo offers a more lively and engaging sound, with deeper, more propulsive bass
Takeaway: The Gold Note B-5.1 tonearm is a beautiful piece of Italian engineering offering exceptional performance and adjustability. It is well-suited for serious vinyl enthusiasts seeking to extract the finest details from their records with a lively and engaging sound.
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The B-7 Ceramic features high-precision ball bearings made in Germany by GRW – exclusively manufactured for Gold Note. The ball bearings are made of ceramic, precisely tested and singularly sealed to preserve their integrity, a crucial factor to achieve the true noiseless design we offer and that will let you enjoy the finest nuances of your music.
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Product Strengths
- Ultra-precise ceramic bearings provide superior and silent tracking
- Premium material construction ensures both visual appeal and acoustic superiority
- Comprehensive adjustment capabilities allow for precise fine-tuning
- Excellent resonance control thanks to the sectional design of the titanium arm wand
- High-quality internal wiring ensures signal integrity
Product Considerations
- Installation requires careful setup and may benefit from expert guidance
- 23mm mounting diameter may require modification for some turntables
- Premium pricing tier
Takeaway: The Gold Note B-7 Ceramic Tonearm is a high-end product that uses great materials and careful design to bring out the best sound from vinyl records. It is made for serious vinyl fans who want top performance.
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