Rega Universal dust cover for Rega turntable

A dust cover cracked at one corner, clouded by years of dry wiping or lost during a move: on a second-hand turntable or a heavily used model, it is often the first part to fail. Rega manufactures this transparent replacement dust cover in England, identical to the one originally supplied with its standard-format turntables. It comes with its hinges and badge already in place, ready to take its position at the rear of the plinth.

Three generations of Rega turntables under the same dust cover

Rega’s entry-level and mid-range turntables have shared the same rectangular plinth dimensions for several generations, and this dust cover fits the entire range. It fits the older P1, P2, P3 and P3/24, the RP series that succeeded them (RP1, RP3 and RP78), and the current Planar 1, Planar 2 and Planar 3, on which it is factory-fitted. A second-hand RP3 or a P3 brought out of a cupboard can therefore regain its original protection, without modification or cutting. At 450 mm wide and 360 mm deep, it covers the entire plinth, including the tonearm and counterweight, and its 66 mm height allows it to close over the platter with a record in place.

Crystal polystyrene and pre-fitted hinges

The dust cover is moulded from crystal polystyrene, also known by its English acronym GPPS: a rigid, lightweight plastic with transparency close to that of glass. This is the material used for Rega’s original dust covers, ensuring the same appearance as a new turntable, complete with the brand’s badge. The hinges are factory-fitted, so there is nothing to salvage from the old dust cover. Crystal polystyrene has its drawbacks, which are worth knowing before the first cleaning session: it scratches more easily than acrylic and reacts poorly to both solvents and cleaning products. A clean, slightly damp cloth is enough, and this is the only cleaning method Rega permits.

Tool-free fitting in seconds

The hinges slot into the sockets at the rear of the plinth. To replace the cover, lift the old one into the open position, remove it by pulling gently upwards, then push the new one into place, with no screwdriver or adjustment needed. Beyond appearance, restoring a dust cover that closes properly protects the parts of a turntable most vulnerable to dust: the cartridge’s stylus, the platter and its felt mat, and any record left in place between listening sessions. A cracked or poorly fitting dust cover lets dust in through the sides and ends up warping further each time it is opened.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility

• Compatible with Rega turntables:
  • RP1, RP3, RP78, P1, P2, P3, P78, P3/24
  • Planar 1, Planar 2, Planar 3

Materials and Construction

• Made of crystal polystyrene (GPPS)

Dimensions

• Length: 450 mm
• Height: 360 mm
• Depth: 66 mm