This multi-award winning (What Hi-Fi? Best turntable £200-£500 five years in a row) 'Plug and Play' design utilises Rega's 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.
Performance beyond price — A fresh new look for the multi-award winning Planar 1. Rega is 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 Rega's hand made RB110 tonearm fitted with the unique Rega-designed ultra-low friction bearings. Rega has added its 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.
The new special edition Walnut effect finish was introduced in September 2022 and is constructed from the same high rigidity premium laminate used on the standard matt P1. This is an attractive, high quality, realistic finish which is supplied as standard with the premium smoked dustcover to set off the design.
Tonearm — Brand new 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 Rega has ever manufactured. Ergonomically, designed headshell for improved usability and appearance.
Cartridge — Rega Carbon cartridge supplied fitted as standard.
24 V Synchronous Motor — 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.
Plinth — Brand new matt finish and Walnut effect option with vastly improved appearance and ergonomically positioned on/off switch located on the underside. Three stunning plinth finishes available, matt black, matt white and Walnut effect.
Central Bearing Housing — Performance brass main bearing, offering improved fit and removing stress on the bearing itself whilst minimising the transfer of potential energy (patent pending).
Platter — 23 mm, higher mass, phenolic platter with improved flywheel effect for improved speed stability.
