Planar 1 new
This multi-award winning ‘Plug and Play’ design utilises our 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. We are 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 our hand made RB110 tonearm fitted with our unique Rega designed ultra-low friction bearings. We have added our 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.
Key Features
- EBLT Advanced drive belt fitted as standard
- New matt finish for 2021
- RB110 tonearm with ultra-low friction play bearings
- Factory fitted Carbon moving magnet cartridge
- Phenolic resin, flywheel effect platter
- High quality, 24 V low noise synchronous motor
- Lifetime warranty against manufacture defects
- Matt white
- Matt black
Available in matt black and matt white
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 we have 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 plinth with vastly improved appearance and ergonomically positioned on/off switch located on the underside. Two stunning plinth finishes available, matt black or matt white.
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.
Isolation
Our latest design foot assembly increases stability and reduce vibration transfer.
Motor Cover Tray
Motor cover tray with integrated cooling.
Balance Weight
111 g ‘plug & play’ balance weight.
Technical Specifications
- Tonearm
Hand assembled RB110 tonearm
- Cartridge
Factory fitted Carbon moving magnet cartridge
- Motor
24 V low noise motor
- Platter
Phenolic resin platter
- Dimensions (lid closed) (W x H x D)
447 x 117 x 360 mm
- Weight
4.2 kg
For full technical specifications, download Planar 1 Quick Start Guide (multi-lingual) below.
Downloads
From the installation to the final play, the Rega Planar 1 is not just outstanding, it has actually changed the nature of the market at this level.
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Sound Image Awards 2017 Product of the Year
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Long Live Vinyl Gear of the Year Award Winner 2017
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Complementary Components
- Dedicated Moving magnet phono stage
- Compatible with all MM cartridges
- USB output
- A2D functionality
- User friendly front and back panels
- Custom design case
- 50 W per channel into 8 Ω
- 4 line inputs
- Integrated MM phono stage
- Headphone socket
- Mini remote control
- Custom designed case
- Record out
- 2 way system
- Bass reflex design
- Handmade MX-125 bass-mid unit
- Rega designed ZRR high frequency unit
- Custom phenolic resin cabinets
- Ceramic braced
- Designed for Planar 1, Planar 2, Planar 3 and Planar 6 and many older Rega models
- Simple screw fit adaptors are available to fit the older, RP8 and RP10 turntables
- Available in two colours: black and white
- 1.2kg lighter and more rigid than the previous model
Experience Rega
Contact your nearest Rega dealer or global distributor
Lifetime Warranty
All Rega products carry a lifetime warranty against manufacture defects.
Every product we make is designed and assembled in the UK to the highest possible standard. This warranty covers genuine confirmed manufacture defects. This warranty does not cover wear and tear. Any unauthorised modifications or failure to follow the Rega recommended guidelines may invalidate the warranty.
Please see your user manual for detailed warranty information for your particular product. Your statutory rights are not affected.