Rega Planar 3 black lacquer (without cartridge)

The new Planar 3 takes this design philosophy to the next level. A lightweight, laminated acrylic plinth reinforced with a new, improved double brace system specifically mounted where increased rigidity is required (between the tonearm mounting and main hub bearing) forms a structurally sound assembly.

This rigid plinth design prevents energy absorption and unwanted resonances, which would add unnatural distortions to the music. Similarly, a heavier mass can transfer more unwanted energy, such as motor or bearing noise, directly into the rotating record.

The RB330 tonearm has been designed using the latest 3D CAD & CAM technology and is the culmination of over 35 years of tonearm design experience. Featuring an all-new bearing housing and the latest tonearm tube designed using intelligent mass redistribution, this arm will exhibit fewer possible resonance points. Extreme stability with near frictionless movement from the new high precision bearing assemblies ensures more information is retrieved from your vinyl than ever before.

• Highlights
  • What HiFi? Product of the Year 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020
  • RB330 precision tonearm
  • Factory fitted Rega Elys 2 cartridge (optional)
  • Double brace technology
  • 24V low noise, low vibration motor
  • 12mm float glass polished white opti platter
  • Supplied with transparent dust cover as standard
  • Compatible with Rega Neo turntable power supply (sold separately)
  • High gloss plinth with three color options
  • Advanced EBLT drive belt fitted as standard
  • Lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects

Technical Specifications

General Specifications

• Dimensions (lid closed): 447 × 117 × 360 mm (W × H × D)
• Weight: 6 kg
• Speeds: 33 and 45 rpm

Construction

• 12 mm polished glass platter
• High-gloss acrylic plinth
• New optimized foot for better stability and vibration reduction

RB330 Tonearm

• Hand-assembled
• Award-winning lightweight aluminum tonearm tube by Rega
• Exceptional stability and near-frictionless movement

Technical characteristics:

• Effective mass: 11 g
• Pivot-to-spindle distance: 222 mm
• Effective length: 236.5 mm
• Overhang: 14.5 mm

Optimizations:

• Redesigned vertical bearing housing
• Integrated arm clip
• Optimized spring housing
• Manually selected bearings

Accessories

• Cartridge not included
• Protective lid included