{"product_id":"rega-planar-3-rs-turntable","title":"Rega Planar 3 RS Turntable","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePlanar 3 RS\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Rega Planar 3 RS Edition (\u003cstrong\u003eR\u003c\/strong\u003eega\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS\u003c\/strong\u003epecial) is constructed using a brand-new aluminium metal skin HPL laminate to create the stiffest plinth at Planar 3 level Rega have ever produced. This stunning dark brushed metallic plinth, edged in high gloss black creates a stunning platform for the iconic Planar 3. The RS Edition includes a custom-matched\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rega.co.uk\/accessories\/neo-psu-mk2\"\u003eNeo MK2 PSU\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith each motor vibration circuit hand tuned to each individual motor. This low-noise 24v motor drives the subplatter via our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rega.co.uk\/accessories\/reference-eblt-upgrade-drive-belt\"\u003eReference EBLT drive belt\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor ultimate accuracy in speed control. Finally, the legendary handmade RB330 tonearm is mounted and supplied with the all-new award-winning\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rega.co.uk\/products\/nd5\"\u003eNd5 moving magnet cartridge\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOptimising an icon\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRega has pioneered the use of lightweight, ultra-rigid plinths over many years. Their use of a lightweight particulate core with a highly rigid phenolic resin skin became the foundation of the high level of performance achieved by the now iconic original Planar range. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe new Planar 3 RS Edition takes this design philosophy to the next level using a High-Pressure Laminate, (HPL) usually reserved for the Planar 6, Planar 8 and Planar 10 models for increased rigidity.  In addition, this premium HPL has a stunning brushed metal dark aluminium skin with a beautiful satin finish. You will also find Rega's double brace system mounted specifically where the increased rigidity is required (between the tonearm mounting and the main hub bearing) which forms a structurally sound “stressed beam” assembly. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis complex plinth design prevents energy absorption and unwanted resonance, which will add unnatural distortions to the music. Equally, heavier mass can transfer more unwanted energy, such as motor or bearing noise directly into the rotating record. The use of braces allows double-thickness phenolic resin in these key areas which directly addresses the issue of mass absorption and unwanted energy transmission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrushed metal dark aluminium HPL laminated plinth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRB330 Precision tonearm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNd5 MM cartridge factory fitted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeo turntable PSU MK2 included (speed control + anti vibration circuit)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 V low noise, low vibration motor, hand tuned to the custom Neo PSU Mk2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCNC machined custom pulley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReference EBLT drive belt fitted as standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble brace technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm float glass opti-white polished platter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied with a smoked dust cover as standard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifetime warranty against manufacture defects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrushed Metallic Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNd5 Moving Magnet Cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach Nd5 is meticulously hand-made by Rega's highly skilled technicians. The stylus profile is a perfect elliptical nude diamond. This is a true ellipse created by an elliptical grinding process made from polycrystalline manmade diamond. The design uses brand-new generator geometry with perfect symmetry to achieve accurate channel balance. The Nd5 also has an optimised pole gap for superior linearity and cross-talk characteristics. This provides a far wider soundstage than the previous models. This new cartridge is created with miniaturised parallel coils which are wound in-house utilising 38-micron wire with just 1275 turns. This produces a low inductance, low impedance generator giving vastly improved high-frequency response. In keeping with Rega's commitment to sustainability, the Nd range is supplied in 100% recyclable packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Nd5 was recently reviewed by Hi-Fi Choice “it is abundantly clear that Rega has built a bit of a star turn here. The Nd5 is a dramatic improvement on its long-running forebears (Elys2 and Exact) and one of the very best designs available for £300 right now”.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlinth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrushed dark aluminium skinned HPL laminated plinth for improved rigidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e24 V low noise low voltage precision motor and PCB assembly, fitted with a custom CNC machined aluminium pulley.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeo MK2 PSU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Neo MK2 PSU is an advanced turntable power supply providing user-controllable fine speed adjustment, an advanced anti-vibration motor circuit and the convenience of electronic speed change. The Neo MK2 reduces motor noise, improves speed stability and rotational speed accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDouble brace technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3 mm phenolic bottom brace and metalized skin phenolic top brace. The Planar 3 RS Editions plinth is strengthened further using Rega's double brace system. Mounted specifically where the increased rigidity is required (between the tonearm mounting and the main hub bearing) this forms a structurally sound “stressed beam” assembly. This rigid plinth design prevents energy absorption and unwanted resonance, which will add unnatural distortions to the music. Equally, heavier mass can transfer more unwanted energy, such as motor or bearing noise directly into the rotating record. The use of braces instead of the complete skin allows double-thickness phenolic resin in these key areas which directly addresses the issue of mass absorption and unwanted energy transmission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCentral bearing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRega designed, patented brass main hub central bearing, improved fit and construction reducing stress on the bearing itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTonearm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe RB330 tonearm was designed using the latest 3D CAD \u0026amp; CAM technology and is the culmination of more than 40 years of tonearm design experience. Featuring Rega's latest bearing housing and tonearm tube designed using intelligent redistribution of mass, ensure this arm will exhibit fewer points of possible resonance. Extreme stability, zero play in the bearings and almost friction-free movement from the new high-precision bearing assemblies guarantees you will gather more information from your vinyl than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdl class=\"dl-ruled dl-ruled--specs\"\u003e\u003cdd\u003e\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor full technical specifications, please see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rega.co.uk\/products\/planar-3-rs-edition\" title=\"Rega Planar 3 RS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"mysite","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57775266103644,"sku":"13769","price":99.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/4731\/2476\/files\/PL3_RS_ND5_Offside_LidOpen_Mat_3766.jpg?v=1780312681","url":"https:\/\/westvinyl.com\/products\/rega-planar-3-rs-turntable","provider":"West End Vinyl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}